People Why procurement power is missing the skills target The industry must take a zero-tolerance approach to training programmes that fail to provide pathways into construction careers.
People Call for more women to join Lower Thames Crossing project Balfour Beatty has shared its plans to encourage more women into the trade occupations needed to deliver the Lower Thames Crossing.
People Government urged to refine foundation apprenticeships strategy EngineeringUK is urging the government to implement a series of recommendations to help “refine” foundation apprenticeships.
People CIOB Aspire launched to champion early careers in construction The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has launched CIOB Aspire – a new initiative designed to inspire and support people who are considering a career in construction.
People HS2 welcomes new recruits in the West Midlands Career opportunities across the HS2 project are helping to boost local employment in the West Midlands.
People ECITB announces new welding qualification The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) has announced the launch of a new welding qualification.
People Contractor offers support for local T-Level students Beard Construction is partnering Abingdon and Witney College to offer on-site work experience to students in Oxford.
People Survey finds 61% of construction SMEs are facing skills shortages Almost two thirds (61%) of construction SMEs are being affected by a lack of skilled tradespeople, according to a joint report from the Federation of Master Builders and the Chartered Institute of Building.
People CITB funding changes: CEO defends ‘quick and decisive’ action CITB recently announced a range of changes to its grants and funding system. Here, CEO Tim Balcon tells CM People why the changes have been made and how they will impact the industry
People Amey’s new recruit pledges to boost employment of ex-offenders Amey has appointed a rehabilitation lead as part of its commitment to employing ex-offenders across the business and wider supply chain.
People Skills gap threatens delivery of water reuse infrastructure A new report on water reuse in the UK is calling for urgent action to equip a skilled workforce that can ensure safety, build public trust and help tackle water scarcity challenges.
People Leadership initiative launched for women in construction Think Circle, The Coders Guild and the West of England Combined Authority have joined forces to launch the Women in Leadership initiative.
People Job spotlight: construction management consultant, Cube Mark Johnston FCIOB discusses his career in the built environment, keeping his construction skills up to date and what chartered fellowship means to him.
People ECITB reviews occupational standards for pipefitters The Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) is calling for experienced pipefitters and mechanical technicians to help shape the National Occupational Standards (NOS).
People Construction careers programme marks first anniversary Building a Lasting Legacy (BaLL) – a careers programme launched to introduce young people in Essex to the construction industry – is celebrating its first anniversary.
People Home builders call for women to join careers scheme The Home Builders Federation (HBF) has launched its seventh cohort of the Women into Home Building programme.
People Five ways to help veterans transition to construction careers Veterans’ capabilities can be of significant benefit to the construction industry, but the transition isn’t always smooth without the right support from employers.
People Home Builders Federation unveils latest skills plan The Home Builders Federation (HBF) has launched the latest iteration of its Home Building Sector Skills Plan.
Construction clients are not happy about contractor workmanship. Find out more in the 2026 Construction Management and CIOB client survey.