In the aftermath of the 2009 recession, the industry was struggling with 14,000 job vacancies that remained unfilled. Fast forward to 2022, and this figure has surged to a daunting 45,000. The situation is further compounded by an aging workforce and a dearth of new entrants, suggesting no imminent improvement. And that's just taking in … Continue reading "Skills shortages in Construction"
Hear from procurement experts Clare Tetlow, Senior Procurement Manager at Procure Plus and Andrea Leigh, Associate at Trowers & Hamlins. Topics include: A Procurement Bill update The impact of the Procurement Bill for public bodies and bidders More details will be announced shortly.
Meet the Experts Please join the Constructing Excellence Greater Manchester team and our panel for lively discussion. The proceeds of ticket sales will be donated to Cradle charity, who provide free resources to the NHS and support to anyone affected by pregnancy loss. Find out more www.cradlecharity.org Twitter @cradle_charity
Andrea Leigh (Trowers & Hamlins) and Claire Tetlow (Procure Plus) will be hosting a breakfast briefing the new Procurement Act 2023 with a particular focus on how this new legislation is likely to affect the construction industry and how clients and supply chain members can get the most out of the new regime. Please join … Continue reading "Procurement Reform – are you prepared for the new Procurement Bill?"
Awards Judge Andrew Thomas takes you through top tips to writing winning awards submissions.
We are delighted to have two excellent speakers to debate and discuss the practical applications of AI and digital Twins in construction. The seminar is aimed at closing the gap between the theory and practice of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Twins in construction. How can these technologies be practically used - allowing firms to create, … Continue reading "Digital Construction -Integrating AI into your processes"
These awards are a celebration of the achievements of the next generation in the Northwest and the companies who support and train the future leaders of the industry.
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Alison Nicholl, Head of Constructing Excellence, discusses a new framework designed to support a better culture across the industry.
