Build UK will work to secure the right skills for the industry, now and in the future by:

  • Encouraging the next generation to choose a career in construction
  • Influencing the policy landscape and working with CITB to support the skills the industry needs
  • Delivering a flexible, productive and safe work place for everyone.

Supporting the delivery of a CITB fit for purpose

In 2017, industry voted on whether CITB should continue to collect a Levy in the three-yearly consensus process. As a consensus federation, Build UK represented the views of its members and whilst a significant majority of members supported the continuation of the Levy, Build UK has made it clear in their letter to CITB that this support is subject to the implementation of a clear reform programme.

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Delivering Open Doors

Open Doors, delivered by Build UK in partnership with CITB, offers a unique chance to see behind the scenes of construction sites, offices, factories, and training centres, across Great Britain showcasing all the career opportunities offered in construction.

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Redeveloping the Construction Ambassadors Programme

Construction Ambassadors plays a vital role in promoting the fantastic career opportunities available in the construction industry. By joining forces with STEM Ambassadors, the industry will have one scheme for all employers and ambassadors.

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Work Experience

Providing potential entrants with the opportunity to experience construction is essential, to help them understand the range of career opportunities available to them. Many employers offer work experience opportunities of between one and 12 weeks long. Build UK has already worked with the Department for Work and Pensions to produce an employer guide Future Building: A Guide to Successful Work Experience.

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Supporting a Bridge into Construction programme

Did you know that at least one third of young people completing a construction further education course do not continue into employment within the industry? The Bridge into Construction further education programme aims to ensure that young people have the training and skills the industry needs, and employers have access to the next generation of talent. The programme pilot took place in September 2017 with one college and during the 2018/19 academic year, nine colleges are participating.

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