People & Careers
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Bridging the skills gap
The construction industry is presently facing one of the worst skills shortages in recent memory. FM Conway, has taken matters into its own hands, setting up the London Highways Academy of Excellence to help tackle the crisis. -
Industry leaders urge “candid discussion” on diversity failings in new film
New talking heads film featuring Crossrail 2 boss Michelle Dix discusses why industry is failing to attract a wider pool of talent. -
Five ways construction firms can bolster LGBT inclusion
As LGBT rights charity Stonewall organises its first ever conference focusing on gay and transgender equality in the construction industry, Richard Chapman Harris provides advice on how to make your workplace more inclusive. -
New initiative set to support firms in recruiting and retaining female talent
The Major Projects Association has launched a new initiative aimed at supporting companies achieve better gender balance. -
The importance of celebrating construction's young talent
It’s really vital that we encourage and recognise young talent coming into the industry, especially those who have struggled to get where they have, says Christine Townley. -
Sir John Armitt backs infrastructure as he takes up office of ICE President
Institution of Civil Engineers to lead coalition creating a new national needs assessment on infrastructure, says Sir John Armitt, as he becomes the 151st President. -
To change the image of engineering we must change the images of engineering
Paul Jackson, chief executive of EngineeringUK outlines the organisation's recent analysis which shows that the way engineers are represented online is putting girls off the industry and contributing to the ‘leaky talent pipeline’ -
Tomorrow’s Engineers Week: “Engineering isn’t just about men in hard hats”
Online imagery is reinforcing outdated gender stereotypes in engineering finds new research by EngineeringUK -
In tune with Tomorrow’s Engineers
Mouchel engineer Joanna Anderson has written and performed a special song to promote Tomorrow’s Engineers Week. -
Career path: Dylan Shankland, Construction Youth Trust Winner 2015
23 year-old Dylan Shankland, a Shadow Contract Performance Supervisor at North Ayrshire Council was awarded the Winner of Winners prize and joint winner of the Surveying category at the prestigious Duke of Gloucester’s Young Achievers Scheme in 2015.