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Martin Ballard becomes head of environment at Wates Group

Martin Ballard will join the Wates Group as head of environment, where he will be responsible for delivering company targets such as zero waste and zero carbon.

New Home Building Employment programme to address gender imbalance in construction

The Home Building employment programme, from Women into Construction and the Home Builders Federation (HBF), will offer funding for childcare and training.

Gary Oates appointed as North East divisional managing director at GMI

GMI Construction Group will strengthen its North East presence with the appointment of Gary Oates as divisional managing director.

Balfour Beatty US executive leadership changes announced

Balfour Beatty has announced a number of changes to its US buildings & civils executive leadership team, effective from April 2023.

CIOB’s revamped Global Student Challenge open for 2023 entries

The Chartered Institute of Building’s (CIOB) Global Student Challenge is celebrating its tenth year with a new virtual platform to test competitors' skills.

Bentley Systems appoints new Chief Revenue Officer and Investor Relations Officer

Bentley Systems has announced the promotion of Brock Ballard to the role of chief revenue officer, and the appointment of Eric Boyer as investor relations officer.

Orbit appoints Matt Bundy as head of property improvements

Housing provider Orbit has appointed Matt Bundy, previously the lead on major works at Westminster City Council, as the new head of property improvements.

Tim Wates named as next chairman of Wates Group

The Wates board has announced that Tim Wates will take over as chairman in May 2023 as his cousin, Sir James Wates CBE steps down

Martyn Smith announced as new Tilbury Douglas commercial director

Martyn Smith, who has over two decades of experience in commercial and leadership roles, has been announced as group commercial director at Tilbury Douglas.

Former Construction Equipment Association chief Rob Oliver awarded MBE

Rob Oliver, who retired as the Chief Executive of the CEA (Construction Equipment Association) in 2021, has been awarded an MBE in the King’s first New Year’s honours list.

HS2 graduate jobs programme opens for 2023

Forty graduate jobs are available on a two-year placement programme at HS2, which is now open for applicants.

Huw Jones to replace retiring BAM Nuttall executive director

The Executive Board of Royal BAM Group NV has announced that Ian Parish, BAM Nuttall executive director, has decided to retire from the business on 31 December 2022.

STEM Returners launch new partnership with Balfour Beatty VINCI

STEM Returners and Balfour Beatty VINCI (BBV) has launched a new partnership to help STEM professionals return to work after a career break.

Noela Fitton joins United Living Group as head of strategic bids

United Living Group has announced the new head of strategic bids in their infrastructure services division as Noela Fitton.

Anna Baker joins Kier Construction as head of sustainability

Kier Construction has appointed Anna Baker as the new head of sustainability, as part of the newly formed Responsible Business team.

Two major appointments made to Willmott Dixon main board

Two new sustainability and financial players will be joining the Willmott Dixon main board from 1 January 2023.

Ukrainian refugees employed through GRAHAM’s diversity and inclusion scheme

Nine Ukrainian refugees have been employed as general labourers across the PLATFORM_ Glasgow and Candleriggs Square build-to-rent (BTR) sites in Glasgow.

Is digitisation the key to opening up opportunities for women in the construction industry?

Understanding the reasons for the lack of women in the construction industry, and how digitisation can solve these issues, has never been more important, explains Hollie Russell, marketing director at YardLink.

Dave Wakelin appointed as Gleeds sustainability director

Gleeds has announced the appointment of Dave Wakelin as sustainability director, as part of expanding the sustainability team.

Martin Samworth appointed as new RICS Board chair

RICS has announced the appointment of Martin Samworth FRICS as the new RICS Board chair, effective immediately.

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