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Kevin Harris appointed as new interim CEO of CESW

Kevin Harris, long-standing member of Constructing Excellence South West (CESW), has been appointed as interim CEO whilst the organisation embarks on a new chapter.

National Apprenticeship Week 2023: GMI launches ambassador programme and Merit expands in Northeast

As National Apprenticeship Week 2023 takes place, GMI has appointed four apprentices to visit Leeds schools and Merit will expand their Northeast programme to accommodate 7,900 more workers.

Wates project manager wins Site Manager of the Year at LABC Excellence Awards

Glyn Williams, project manager at Wates, has been crowned Site Manager of the Year at the annual LABC Excellence Awards in London.

ICW Group makes multiple senior promotions as it expands growth plans

ICW Group has made a series of senior promotions as they continue their rollout of growth in the firm's building warranties and building control divisions.

Rogers McHugh construction recruitment celebrates placement in EB100 league table

Rogers McHugh construction recruitment is celebrating being placed 40th overall in the UK's top SME league table - Elite Business 100 (EB100).

New chief executive appointments made at Wates and Orbit

New chief executive appointments have been made this week at the Wates Group and Orbit Group. Eoghan O'Lionaird will take on the role of the new Wates chief executive, and Phil Andrew will be the new chief executive of the Orbit Group.

Study shows sector may face construction talent recruitment challenges in 2023

Although recruitment spiked considerably at the end of 2022, dwindling applicant numbers suggest that employers may face construction talent recruitment challenges in Q1 2023, according to new research from APSCo.

Helen Redfern departs Kier, Sisk makes double healthcare appointments

Louisa Finlay has been appointed by Kier to take over from Helen Redfern, who is leaving Kier after ten years, whilst Sisk has made a double appointment to roles in healthcare.

Leeds housing association recruiting new housing operations director

Unity Homes and Enterprise in Leeds are seeking a housing operations director with expertise in customer service, customer engagement and service delivery.

Eco-Fix Challenge invites young people to innovate retrofitting solutions with George Clarke

Grimshaw, MACE and MOBIE, George Clarke's education charity are inviting young people to imagine new energy-efficiency solutions in the Eco-Fix Challenge.

HS2 celebrates 1,126 apprenticeship starts across the project

HS2 is celebrating 1,126 confirmed apprenticeship starts, keeping on track to create 2,000 apprenticeships in addition to its 30,000 strong existing workforce.

New Amey chairman announced as Colin Moynihan takes on role

Former energy, environment and sports minister Lord Colin Moynihan has been appointed as the new chairman of Amey, effective immediately.

Kier partners with STEM returners to bring skills back to the industry

Kier is working with STEM Returners to help people get back to work after a career break, with office and on-site roles available

CIOB Awards 2023 now open for entries to celebrate industry leaders

The Chartered Institute of Building has announced that entries are open for the CIOB Awards 2023, closing March 17th 2023.

Galliford Try makes double appointments of new healthcare director and head of pre-construction

Galliford Try has expanded its senior team with the appointments of Laura Hodgetts as healthcare director and Stuart Wallace as head of pre-construction.

Lee Sturdy joins Kier Construction as science and technology director

Lee Sturdy has joined Kier Construction in the newly created role as science and technology director, aiming to boost the firm's capability in the growing sector.

The Hill Group appoints Victoria Anthony as HR director

The Hill Group has appointed Victoria Anthony as HR director, where she will drive recruitment from unconventional sources to the construction workforce.

Paid HS2 summer placement on offer for undergraduates in the Midlands

University students who live, or study, in the Midlands are being offered the chance to join HS2 construction partner Balfour Beatty VINCI on an eight-week paid work placement this summer.

Kier digital apprenticeship to boost data skills with Multiverse

Kier has launched a new Data Academy digital apprenticeship in partnership with Multiverse in drive to boost data skills.

Euan Miller appointed as managing director for BAM Properties

Euan Miller has been selected for the role of managing director for BAM Properties, after serving as interim MD for several months.

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