A 19-year-old from the West Midlands has become one of the world’s youngest fully qualified IPAF MEWP Instructors

Nearly half of young people are now considering a career in the construction and trade sectors, as rising youth unemployment and concerns over job security push more 16- to 25-year-olds towards hands-on skilled work.

Continuing our series featuring insights from major employers, Catherine Duffy, chief people officer at Costain, tells Nicky Roger how the infrastructure contractor is tackling skills shortages, supporting career development and building a more diverse workforce.

With the World Cup into the knockout stage and Wimbledon getting underway, Victoria Hills reflects on the common links between construction and top-level sport

CM and CIOB Jobs are inviting industry professionals to take part in the 2026 Construction Salary Survey

Following a strong 2025, Tilbury Douglas has appointed Simon Butler as managing director of regional building.

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has called for a national campaign promoting construction careers after a major review warned that the number of young people not in education, employment or training (Neet) could continue to rise.

CM starts a new series of interviews profiling the construction project leaders delivering the industry’s most challenging jobs. First up, Bart Ciurla MCIOB from Legendre

Local authority building control teams are facing a perfect storm of rising demand, tighter regulation and a shrinking talent pool. Nicky Roger explores how the profession is meeting recruitment and retention challenges

As the government’s consultation on banning social media for under-16s comes to a close, CIOB has urged ministers to consider the impact any restrictions could have on careers guidance for young people.

The government has launched a call for evidence to inform future policy on those working in the building professions, trade, and occupations.

As projects grow in scale and complexity, Nicky Roger explores which roles in construction are in demand and why. 

Military to Masonry is a new pathway to work for armed forces leavers. Eve Livett says it’s delivering more than training.

A talk to school students left a lasting impression on Gallaway Construction MD Renée Preston, which led to the creation of Construction for Women and the National Site Standard. She talks to Nicky Roger about the adoption of culture change.

Sizewell C appoints McLaren Construction to manage projects, including new college.

The lack of women in leadership roles is not a pipeline issue, argues Yanmo Adetula. The truth is more nuanced.

Niamh Southwell, 22, is in the final year of her Level 6 Construction Management apprenticeship with BAM. Here, she reveals her experience and insights.

Candidates taking CITB’s health and safety test received answers via concealed Bluetooth device.