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May 2019
Delivering a green Manchester City Region – a key role for construction
This seminar, presented by our chair Roger Burton, an architect and member of the RIBA Ethics and Sustainable Development Commission, will consider what the Plan means for our industry, what action we can take now and over the next five years to put our built environment on the path towards achieving Manchester’s ambitions.
Find out more »June 2019
Diversity and Inclusion in the construction industry …. attracting and retaining talent.
Those in the construction sector often suggest that Diversity and Inclusion is perceived as Health and Safety was a couple of decades ago, recognised as being a valuable attribute but not universally accepted as core to the value of businesses and the sector. The tide is changing and more and more leaders expect their employees, partners and suppliers to not only get the business case for inclusion but drive inclusion.
Find out more »July 2019
Construction Summit 2019
The summit, which is in its sixth year, will be focusing on key topics with keynote speakers followed by a panel debate, short round table discussion and audience questions & answers.
Find out more »September 2019
Building a Safer Future – how will these reforms affect you?
Almost two years on from the Grenfell tragedy and following the Hackitt Review, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government have released proposals for the reform of the regulatory environment. How will these proposals be applied to the design and construction process?
Find out more »October 2019
Education Estates Exhibition 2019
Education Estates is a truly unique marketplace where manufacturers, distributors and service providers can meet decision-makers, clients and specifiers, make new contacts, generate leads and new product ideas, and identify current and emerging opportunities in the education sector.
Find out more »Learning from best practice – adding value by excellence.
The annual Constructing Excellence awards celebrate best practice in the delivery of the homes, workplaces, hospitals, schools, universities and transport infrastructure. They are a great source of evidence on best practice, on what works under what circumstances. This year the judges were challenged and privileged in choosing winners from a series of fantastic entries which showcased exceptional work and talent and added value for their clients. This month we hope to learn from a number of winning projects and will…
Find out more »November 2019
Opportunities, challenges and innovation – transforming Construction across the supply chain
Our presenter, Dan Riley, co-founder of Radical Panda, will provide an understanding of how digital transformation can have a revolutionary impact across legacy processes and systems in all areas of the construction sector. He will look at the challenges facing the adoption of new technologies and the considerable benefits of doing so through the use of real-world examples, whilst demystifying the technology and focussing on value, return on investments, and return on experience. A futures analyst and software architect, Dan…
Find out more »January 2020
Embracing off-site – overcoming the barriers and gaining the benefits
The adoption of off-site construction is growing and beginning to show benefits in terms of delivery and performance. This seminar, presented by Mark Beirne of ESS Modular and Gwen Beeken of Osco Homes, will consider the current market position, the issues facing those considering off-site and look at the scope for accelerated process and quality improvements as we embrace digital manufacturing to unlock the undoubted benefits. Mark is Head of Partnerships and Integration at ESS Modular. With over 30…
Find out more »February 2020
Building Regulations – 2020 update
Our seminar programme recently discussed the reform of the regulatory environment its application to the design and construction process and the emerging new responsibilities. As we move into 2020, with recent and planned changes to the Regulations falling into place, we now have a clearer view and much to learn. This seminar, presented by Richard Cymler, a Regional Director of CE members Ball and Berry, will give you an essential overview of the implications of Regulation 7, the 2019 Approved…
Find out more »March 2020
Achieving digital transformation in construction – where are we going and how do we get there?
The Made Smarter Review in 2017 identified the construction industry as a key sector with £89.2 billion of value over the next ten years through the adoption of currently known digital technologies. Industrial digitalisation is a massive opportunity for UK industry and the wider economy. But the technologies that underpin it are also highly disruptive, requiring business to be innovative, agile and adaptable. Our speakers will explore how we are progressing and how transformation can be achieved. Jonathan Dunkley is…
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