Alex Minett explains how adopting a fairness, inclusion and respect programme can help construction companies improve their culture and make workplaces more welcoming.

Skanska UK is increasing its efforts to recruit construction workers who have taken a career break.

Having been a CIOB member since 1992, I have gained a vast amount of practical experience working mainly on reinforced concrete structures, basements and steel frames on industrial projects.

Business consultant and leadership coach Leo Aspden asks construction professionals what limiting factors stop them from achieving their goals

The civil servant at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office discusses Tomorrow’s Leaders and life in a government department.

How to better engage young talent in the sector and incorporate equality, diversity and inclusion principles early in the careers of construction students was the topic of discussion at a recent CIOB event.  

The rapid advance of technology offers positive challenges for Tim Carey, chief product director of Willmott Dixon’s integrated construction platform, Collida.

Anne Daw’s work as head of MMC delivery and digital innovation makes her feel ‘like a kid in a candy shop’, she says.

Potential construction professionals were given two days of advice and inspiration on careers in the industry at the CIOB Student Festival 2022.

With the right support, introverts can form a crucial part of your construction team, says business consultant and leadership coach Leo Aspden.

Marc Burton FCIOB, a past winner of CMYA, is urging CIOB chartered building companies (CBCs) and members to support the promotion of the built environment as a GCSE subject.

Three new CIOB members who achieved membership throughout the Chartered Membership Programme (CMP) route have had their efforts recognised recently at an awards ceremony for the candidates with the highest scores.

Richard Bark, project manager at Winvic Construction, would like to spread the word that construction careers are varied and challenging – and all experience is valuable.

With a supportive team and work on projects of all shapes and sizes, Kelsey Binding is building her skill set towards an eventual goal of specialising in mobile heavy cranes.

One to watch: Luke Rushton-Marsh, site manager, Willmott Dixon Interiors

A Toronto careers service has helped new arrivals in Canada develop construction careers and achieve professional qualifications, including CIOB membership. Rod Sweet explains.

School-age students regard construction as construction as a creative but dirty and potentially dangerous industry, a new survey has revealed.

Neil Hennessey explains why work experience for tier 1 companies may not be the best option.