People HS2 achieves inclusive environment certification CIC’s ‘Inclusive Environments Recognition’ certification is awarded to organisations that are following the Essential Principles Guide
People CIOB EDI conference will address construction inequalities CIOB is holding its EDI conference, Challenging the Status Quo, on 28 November
People Retaining staff over 50 – why it’s essential for the next generation Retaining older and more experienced employees has long been a challenge for the construction sector and, post-pandemic, increased early retirement is exacerbating the issue
People Women’s Engineering Society elects new president The Women’s Engineering Society (WES) has elected Katherine Critchley as its 55th president
People Protecting philosophical beliefs in the workplace Managing employees’ philosophical and, at times, conflicting beliefs can be a complex challenge that requires business leaders to have a robust understanding of the legal framework
People What the future of hybrid working means for construction Construction companies are still navigating the complexities and opportunities of hybrid working
People Skanska ranked as a top employer by Forbes Forbes’ annual World’s Best Employers list aims to identify companies that offer an exciting and positive work environment
People Black women in construction: views from the front line To mark Black History Month, two professionals from Gleeds share their experience of being an ethnic minority in the construction industry
People CIOB commits to becoming dyslexia friendly Dyslexia Awareness Month offers an opportunity for organisations to learn more about how they can better support people with dyslexia
People AI algorithms show gender bias towards traditional trades, study claims Generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools almost exclusively depict tradespeople such as builders, electricians and plumbers as men, according to new research
People Mace commits to new EDI strategy By the end of 2026, Mace expects more than 25% of senior-level colleagues to be women
People Mott MacDonald launches return-to-work programme Mott MacDonald is partnering with STEM Returners to support professionals who want to return to the industry
People Balfour Beatty reveals updated diversity and inclusion strategy Creating a workforce that reflects the UK population is a long-term ambition for the company
People Why age should not be a barrier to learning and employment Octogenarian Margaret June Stefanitsis is a shining example of the value older people can bring to the industry
People #PPEthatfits directory launched CIOB campaign aims to improve the provision of inclusive PPE across the construction industry
People Unconscious bias blocks STEM professionals’ return to work, report says STEM Returners is calling on industry leaders to do more to support professionals following a career break
People Industry coalition launched to drive diversity in construction The Construction Inclusion Coalition (CIC) has been established by 11 construction organisations with the aim of improving diversity across the industry
People The building blocks to better employee engagement Some simple changes could make the biggest difference to your workforce through mutual respect, understanding and equal development
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