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Diversity, division and the future of the construction industry

BIM Today’s resident argumentative BIMster John Eynon discusses, as only he can, diversity, divisions and why difference will make the difference for the future of the industry.

George Restall takes finance director role at Interserve Construction

Interserve has appointed George Restall as the new finance director of its UK construction business, taking effect from 3 April.

Dishonest architect banned from register for 10 years

The ARB's Professional Conduct Committee (PCC) has removed Glen Eldridge of Glen Eldridge Architects from the Architects Register for failing to pay clients fees.

Support for apprentices is more important than ever, says SNIPEF

The Scottish and Northern Ireland Plumbing Employers’ Federation (SNIPEF) has renewed its call for government to prioritise funding and upskilling apprentices in the industry.

CITB sells National Construction College in Norfolk

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has sold the National Construction College (NCC) at Bircham Newton to West Suffolk College.

Construction Engineering Masters programme urges more women to enrol

For the sector to truly transform we need change and diversity at leadership level, says the Construction Engineering Masters (CEM) programme, as it calls on more women to enrol.

Mace bolsters strategic advisory services with two new hires

Mace has bolstered its strategic advisory business with the appointment of Shelley Frost and Lesha Chetty as directors.

New points-based immigration system will ‘hamper UK construction’

Home secretary Priti Patel has announced the launch of a new points-based immigration system which will give priority to 'highly skilled' workers.

Amey Utilities appoints Nick Maggs as new power business director

Amey has appointed Nick Maggs as business director for its utilities power business, to improve and expand its power services across the UK.

CSIC board expands to drive cultural change across Scottish construction

Construction Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) has appointed 11 new members to its governance board, reflecting the increasing appetite for collaboration across the construction industry.

New training programme to address cavity wall failure

National trade body, Property Care Association has launched a new training programme, ‘Defects in Cavity Construction’ to address modern challenges in an age-old construction technique.

Amey appoints Neil Pullen as new business director 

Amey, the infrastructure management and investment company has appointed Neil Pullen as business director of its utilities water south business.

Mace announces wave of appointments to its leadership team

Mace has announced the promotion of Jason Millett to the chief executive of consultancy, Davendra Dabasia as managing director for International, and Daniel Easthope as managing director for property UK and Europe.

Garry Bowker joins Vinci’s north west office

Garry Bowker has joined Vinci Construction UK from Kier as director for the north west regional office.

Higgins joins The 5% Club to help construction apprentices

Higgins has announced a commitment to develop its people by joining The 5% Club, an industry-led initiative focused on driving momentum into the recruitment of construction apprentices, graduates and sponsored students.

Morgan Sindall helps bridge the construction skills gap across England

According to CITB data, over 24,000 new construction workers will be required in East Anglia by 2023, in order to help bridge the skills gap in the region, Morgan Sindall has been engaging in a number of initiatives to inspire the next generation of construction professionals.

Former rail MD at Amey joins Kier Highways

Nicola Hindle has been appointed by Kier as the new group directing manager for Kier Highways, Nicola will join the group in May from Amey.

Interserve supports National Apprenticeship Week 2020

Interserve has thrown its support behind National Apprenticeship Week 2020 as it offers a range of engineering, construction management and opportunities.

Wates joins Construct a Career initiative to deliver training

Construct a Career is a solution to the skills shortage in the UK construction industry, this new programme is in partnership with the Wates Group.

Amey launches railway engineering apprenticeship scheme

Amey Consulting has joined forces with Sheffield Hallam University to launch a railway engineering apprenticeship scheme to help bring new talent into the industry

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