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🔊 Championing Inclusivity & Allyship in Construction 🚧 We are proud to spotlight Sarra Hawes MCIOB, Company Director at Hawes Construction Group and one of our esteemed Constructing Excellence board members. Sarra recently shared her powerful insights on what it means to be a true ally in her latest blog post. 🌟 "It’s easy to say you’re inclusive, but true allyship is about living those values." Sarra reflects on her journey and commitment to advocating for women, young people, and underrepresented groups in construction. She is passionate about creating opportunities, breaking down barriers, and showing the next generation that success in this sector is within reach. Whether mentoring young women or collaborating with her team to build inclusive, respectful relationships, Sarra exemplifies what it means to lead by example. 📢 Key Takeaways: ▪️ Advocate for diversity and open doors for young talent. ▪️ Build relationships grounded in respect and mutual support. ▪️ Foster inclusivity to drive innovation and success across the sector.   👉 Read more here: https://rb.gy/tef5lz Join Sarra in championing inclusivity and being an ally for positive change in construction!   #Inclusivity #Allyship #WomenInConstruction #DiversityInConstruction #ConstructingExcellence #Leadership

🌟 Exciting News from CoTrain! 🌟 We’re thrilled to announce that Hugh “Huey” Hudson has joined Dandara Ltd as an apprentice, on Monday, 7th October. After ISG unfortunately went into administration, Huey faced an uncertain future, like many others. But thanks to a collaborative effort between CoTrain, Dandara, and Huey’s family, we’re excited to see him continue his journey towards becoming a qualified site manager. With two-thirds of his training already completed, he is now on track to finish by April 2025. A huge thanks to Mark Pope from CoTrain - Shared Apprenticeship Service and Liam Buckley from Dandara (a former CoTrain apprentice himself!) for working together to make this possible. Huey was the perfect fit for Dandara's project, and we’re proud to have played a part in his career development. To read more on this story, visit: https://buff.ly/3XWCvuJ. For more opportunities, contact Mark Pope at mark.pope@secbe.org.uk #ApprenticeshipSuccess #CoTrain #FutureLeaders #ConstructionCareers #Teamwork #BuildingFutures BESAS

It's not too late to join our free IFLP - Innovative Future Leaders Programme taster webinar this Friday 10:00-11:00am ⌚ Hosted by leaders from Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and others in the IFLP Network, you'll have the chance to meet our lead facilitator Sarah Winckless MBE, participate in a Q&A panel with current and previous participants, and hear insights from one of our Innovators at Google. Register here ➡ https://lnkd.in/enp-XC5g The IFLP is a leadership and business transformation programme designed for professionals in the built environment sector. It offers fresh perspectives and growth opportunities by bringing together participants from various areas of the industry. The programme provides cross-sector insights, valuable connections, and business opportunities. Participants work with innovators from the sector, government, and beyond, gaining new tools to apply in their businesses while enhancing their leadership skills—driving both personal development and business success. Bethany Whitehouse Amber Cowan Leon Whitehorn Zeljka Abramovic Dan Whiteland London Constructing Excellence Club Derek Rees Helen Elsby Matt Buntine Sarah Bolton Simon Newton Karine Bartle Hamish Gray Jimmy Collins Maria Angliss Jason Boyle FRSA FRIBA Constructing Excellence Kent Constructing Excellence: Cambridge & Oxford Corridor Constructing Excellence Oxford Club Constructing Excellence Berkshire

It’s not too late to have a taste of our IFLP - Innovative Future Leaders Programme by joining a free taster webinar hosted by leaders from Defra who have all been on the programme. You’ll meet our lead facilitator Sarah Winckless MBE, a Q&A panel of current / previous participants and hear from one of our Innovators from Google. IFLP is a leadership and business transformation programme for the built environment sector that provides new perspectives and growth opportunities for everyone in the industry. The programme provides deliberately cross-sector insights, connections and business opportunities that arise from participants coming from each area of the industry. Participants work with innovators from within the sector, in government and way beyond the sector. They learn new ways to innovate and how to apply these new tools into their own businesses and develop their leadership skills – driving the business forward as well as developing the individual. You can register for the free webinar here: https://lnkd.in/enp-XC5g

🌟 SECBE at G4C London Launch Event 🌟 We’re thrilled to have attended the Generation for Change (G4C) event in London, sponsored by the London Constructing Excellence Club. G4C London, the voice of young professionals in the UK built environment, officially launched its London network on September 19th, providing a vibrant space for those new to the industry to connect, challenge, and help shape its future. This new network is a fantastic opportunity for young professionals to share ideas, gain visibility, and be at the forefront of innovation and best practices within the sector. A special highlight was the keynote from Dr Bola Abisogun OBE (Hon DUniv, Hon MBA), who delivered an insightful and thought-provoking talk on “The Future of Surveying and our Relationship with Digital Twins” — truly inspiring the next generation of leaders in our industry. We look forward to seeing how the G4C network continues to drive positive change and foster collaboration within the built environment. #SECBE #G4C #LondonConstructingExcellenceClub #DigitalTwins #YoungProfessionals #BuiltEnvironment #ConstructionInnovation

IFLP - Innovative Future Leaders Programme aligns perfectly with all our values (Innovation, Collaboration & Inspiration). The programme is about creating a culture of ✨innovation and creativity within organisations and the sector itself. It’s also about 👥collaborating with companies from each area of the industry and 👩🏫inspiring participants with innovators from construction, government and pioneers’ way beyond the construction sector. You can learn more about IFLP by registering for a free taster with leaders who are currently involved in the programme ➡ https://lnkd.in/enp-XC5g

With outstanding feedback from four leaders in Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, you can hear firsthand why they repeatedly get involved in IFLP by attending the free taster webinar on 11th October, 10:00 - 11:00. Click here to register ➡ https://lnkd.in/enp-XC5g Bethany Whitehouse Leon Whitehorn Amber Cowan Zeljka Abramovic Sarah Winckless MBE Derek Rees

👷♀️🚧 Inspiring Women in Construction & Engineering Conference and Awards 2024 🚧👷♀️ We had an incredible time at this year’s event celebrating women transforming construction and engineering! 🌟 Chamaine Holland from CoTrain - Shared Apprenticeship Service was proud to be part of the day, filled with inspiring panels, industry insights, and awards recognising excellence. Empowering the next generation of leaders starts here! 💪 #WomenInConstruction #WomenInEngineering #IWC2024 #CoTrain #BreakingBarriers BESAS Construction News Ground Engineering Magazine

SECBE is pleased to support the CLOCS and Driving for Better Business joint one-day conference, bringing together industry leaders to explore the future of road risk management from both safety and commercial perspectives. Topics covered will include:  • Employer in the dock - Mock Trial following a collision between a van driver and a cyclist - we examine a range of driver and management failures that could have contributed, and look at the likely outcomes. • The importance of a driving for work policy – why you need one, and how to create a ‘good practice’ policy. • How to carry out an effective incident investigation – what to look for, where to look, and how to act on the findings. • Vehicle Safety - an examination of some of the most critical aspects. • Supply chain compliance – why a failure to demonstrate good road risk management could jeopardise your business prospects. • AI and the future of health and safety – how technology can help us understand and mitigate risk. Attendance is free of charge however spaces are limited for this extremely valuable one-day conference. Book your space now: https://lnkd.in/eWHBFSCe

New construction vacancies available: Level 2 Apprentice Roof Sheet & Cladding (Portsmouth) Level 4 Apprentice Construction Site Supervisor (Wokingham) Please see the CoTrain website for more information https://buff.ly/3SgOf9o Contact: Helen Banning email: helen.banning@secbe.org.uk Tel: 07853 282490 Sarah Hall email: sarah.hall@secbe.org.uk Tel: 07483 919590 #Cotrain #apprentice #success #skillsforlife #createappreticeships #SECBE BESAS