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Our journalists and experts explore the role and importance of apprenticeships in the construction industry.
PodcastsS4, E4: Inspiring the Next Generation of Built Environment Professionals with Craig Bloxsome
S4, E4: Inspiring the Next Generation of Built Environment Professionals with Craig Bloxsome If you’re an educator, industry professional, or student considering a career in construction, this episode is packed with practical insights on the future of built environment education. Craig’s passion for empowering the next generation shines through, offering invaluable advice for those looking […]
Craig Bloxsome · 2/4/2025
ApprenticeshipsBe Part of Irish History: Calling Architects, Landscape Architects, Engineers, Constructors
Are you an architect, landscape architect, engineer, or constructor involved in work that is making a difference? Do your projects use sustainable materials and methods? Does your work seek to enhance biodiversity? If so, you may qualify to be a Constructive Voices Contributor. This is an opportunity to promote your personal and professional brand to […]
Jackie De Burca · 4/18/2024
ApprenticeshipsBuilding up talent – GRAHAM welcomes graduate apprentices
Construction firm GRAHAM has welcomed the ‘next generation of talent’ from its Graduate Apprenticeship Programme, which gives company employees the opportunity to gain higher education via the workplace. Under the programme, delivered as part of the GRAHAM Academy Scotland, four employees have completed their studies at Heriot Watt University – the top university in Scotland for […]
admin · 9/23/2021
ApprenticeshipsLargest ever intake of Spencer Group apprentices all secure full-time positions
The largest ever intake of apprentices taken on by engineering specialist Spencer Group have all now secured full-time positions with the company. Hull-based Spencer Group hired 14 apprentices two years ago, with the full cohort of 18-year-olds coming from the city’s employer-led school, Ron Dearing University Technical College (UTC). Having completed their two-year apprenticeships, all […]
admin · 9/13/2021
ApprenticeshipsEpisode Twelve: How Can We Attract Workers To The Construction Industry With Kevin McLoughlin MBE
Henry McDonald talks to Kevin McLoughlin MBE about how we can attract workers into the industry. Kevin owns K&M McLoughlin Decorating, which has a turnover of £6m+ and a company that heavily invests in the apprenticeship scheme. In 2010 he created K&M Painting & Decorating College as his business needs were not being met by […]
Jackie De Burca · 9/11/2021
ApprenticeshipsSkills shortage issue resolved by Creating Enterprise in North Wales
Headlines like Long COVID and Skills Shortages Means a Tough Winter for Construction Industry, and, Demand for Construction Workers close to a 20-year High, is a small sample of some of the UK articles about the skills shortage issue in the construction industry. Skills shortage is at its worst since 2007 In fact, even before […]
Jackie De Burca · 7/28/2021
ApprenticeshipsEpisode Three 11th May 2021: Mixed Reality In Construction, A Mates Chat About Mental Health & An In-Depth Look At Apprenticeships
Mixed Reality In Construction, A Mates Chat About Mental Health & An In-Depth Look At Apprenticeships If you have been wondering about how you might integrate Mixed Reality into your construction projects, you have definitely come to the right place. Jordan Lawver, of Trimble, gives an excellent and entertaining introduction to this topic. Learn from […]
Jackie De Burca · 5/5/2021
ApprenticeshipsEpisode Two: 20th April 2021: Can we achieve zero plastic in construction by 2040? Plus top health consultant, Jennie Armstrong, pushes for a prevention attitude
Can we achieve zero plastic in construction by 2040? Plus top health consultant, Jennie Armstrong, pushes for a prevention attitude Coming up on this episode of Constructive Voices, Henry MacDonald has been looking into a big topic for the industry, plastic waste. How can we cut down on using plastic? What alternatives are there? And […]
Jackie De Burca · 5/5/2021