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The UK construction industry is facing a significant skills gap, with 70% of firms struggling to find qualified workers in 2024. We’re actively working to bridge this gap. By hosting career days in schools, we’re reaching out to the next generation and showing them the exciting opportunities within the construction sector. However, we’re finding that when we ask students if they’re interested in a career in construction, only about 1 in 200 raise their hands. The construction industry is not only vital to the economy but also offers rewarding and varied career paths. What do you think could be done to inspire more students to consider a career in construction? Share your ideas in the comments! #ConstructionCareers #SkillsShortage #FutureOfConstruction #CareerInConstruction

Do you feel confident entering a career in construction? Understanding where, and how, to start a journey into construction is one of the questions that Sarra is asked most often when she talks to school leavers about their job aspirations. Sarra often speaks at schools, colleges and groups where young people access careers advice. There, she shares her knowledge and provides some top tips on beginning a career in the construction sector – and excelling in it, too.  Listen to Sarra’s Q&A with the organisation Get Career Confident. You’ll find the link to the video in our latest blog post.  https://lnkd.in/dN3uUNaS #ConstructionCareers #GetCareerConfident #SupportingYoungPeople 

Are you a parent of a child who is uncertain about going to college? The construction industry has many lucrative and fulfilling career paths that might be the perfect fit for them. Want to learn more? Join us for a valuable meeting on May 30th. Discover the exciting opportunities that await in the construction industry and help your child find their path to success. #ConstructionCareers #CareerOpportunities #SuccessStories #ParentingTips

Open Doors – Get into Construction Want to take a peek behind the hoardings? Visit construction sites all over the UK and find out more about careers in construction Monday 18 – Saturday 23 March 2024 Booking is now open https://lnkd.in/duSCGrid   If you think construction or civil engineering is for you, also check the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) free careers guide for undergraduates, graduates and apprentices It features: ·  An overview of the profession, industry profile and the latest trends such as digitalisation and the drive for net zero. ·  In-depth descriptions of the key disciplines, from structures and buildings, to water, wastewater and coastal engineering to transport, energy and geotechnical. ·  Key roles, career pathways, profiles and insights from industry professionals. ·  A guide to how the ICE aids career development and supports those looking to achieve professional qualification. ·  Details of key employers to help with the job search. https://lnkd.in/dbzQqyba #careers #construction #civilengineering #apprenticeships

As schools, colleges and universities close for their summer breaks, many students can find themselves feeling a little lost as to where their careers are heading.  Sarra’s committed to changing the landscape for young people starting careers in construction and, in particular championing opportunities for young women and girls. So even though your students are absent for the holidays, there’s still time to share the resources they need and pinpoint their directions for support.  The Hawes Construction Group blog is a great place to look. Here, Sarra discusses everything from how to find the right route into construction to how to work up to a senior level – and everything in between. Take a look at our Carving Your Construction Career blog post for ideas:  https://lnkd.in/dN3uUNaS #ConstructionCareers #YoungPeopleInConstruction #ConstructionEducation  

A little apprehensive about getting into the skilled trades and not sure if it’s for you. Don’t worry Blue Branch has a something special for those who aren’t sure about the skilled trades. As the great 6th century philosopher Laozi said “ a journey of a thousand miles starts with the first step”. Check out Blue Branch website or follow the link below and take your first footstep into the world of skilled trades. #bluebranch #skilledtrades #takethfirststep #bepartofsethingspecial #modular

Let's talk career planning in the fast-paced world of construction. 🏗️ Ever notice a trend? Many professionals are simply reacting to projects and jobs, not steering their career ship. It's like going where the wind blows, instead of setting the course. Planning and evaluation take a back seat. Yearly evaluations in construction companies often focus on quotas met, a raise given, and that's it. But what about the bigger picture? Where's the career trajectory? It's time to break free from the cycle of project-based decision-making and start proactively shaping our professional journey! ⏳ The clock is ticking, and your career is waiting for direction. Let's start a conversation! How do you plan your career in the construction industry, and what steps have you taken to steer it in the right direction? Share your insights or tag a colleague who's mastering the art of career planning! #CareerPlanning #LeadershipDevelopment #ConstructionIndustry

Today we kick off Careers in Construction Month, an exciting time to highlight the diverse opportunities that are available in this industry. It's easy to hear "construction" and limit yourself to only thinking of a few individuals. But seeing as how construction is one of the oldest industries in the world, the career paths are endless. This list is only a snapshot of some of those careers. Check back in throughout the month of October to learn more about these jobs, hear from some of our wonderful teaming partners, and discover what it takes to get started with your construction career. #AvantBuilds #AvantConstruction #CollaborativeConstruction #CareersinConstruction #CareersinConstructionMonth

Want to know why you need to open your facility's doors to local education, high schools, community colleges, AND 4-year colleges? You can close the #careerexposuregap in your community. "#communitycollege students... said their coursework had little information about the #skills they needed for their chosen #career (18%), and their #collegeexperience had contributed little, if at all, to their knowledge about #indemandjobs in their area (42%)." “#Students who participated in #internship-style experiences and students who frequently used #careercounseling services were more likely to have the information about the skills they would need, available jobs and average earnings in the careers they desired.” American Institute of Steel Construction #skilledtrades #skilledtradesgap #careerpath #construction #manufacturing #IBUILTTHAT #structuralsteel #steelfabrication #workforcedevelopment #fabricators #erectors #ironworkers #welding👷👷♀️👷♂️👩🏭👨🏭👩🔧👨🔧🔩🔧💪

Stark warnings on a deepening and more acute shortage of skills for the construction and built environment sector, driven by numerous "mega-projects" and an imminent resurgence in house building. Construction News covers comments from Simon Harris (Randstad) who foresees a perfect storm in 2026, compounding the decline in sector skills which peaked with a combined workforce of 2.6 Million in 2008, but which stood at 2.1 Million in 2023. He concludes, "Employers who want to navigate the next few years effectively are going to have to look at: 🔹 Hiring people from different backgrounds: 🔹 fishing in more diverse talent pools; 🔹 pay[ing] more for skills; 🔹 grow[ing] more of their own talent. They need to focus on apprenticeships and training new hires as well as upskilling existing employees. They’re going to have to move to skills-first recruitment, rather than looking for ‘experience’ above all else. Let’s not forget that experience doesn’t exist for some new roles like green skills or AI-based tech". #warfortalent #skillsgaps #construction #earnandlearn #apprenticeships #builtenvironment #diversity #talentpools