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  The East business runs an annual work experience programme from each of its four office locations – Cambridge, Norwich, Ipswich and Chelmsford – introducing teenagers in the area to construction and the many roles available in the industry. The aim of the programme is to inspire the next generation and encourage them to pursue a construction career in the future. Established in 2016, by Helen Clements, Senior Social Value Manager in the region, the programme has reached hundreds of young people, with several going on to join our apprenticeship scheme. Having established key partnerships with schools across the region, our team to promote work experience opportunities directly through them to students. There are always 100s of young people looking for work experience and many won’t have considered the  variety of options available in construction. More details here Apply for our 2026 programme Feeling inspired to find out more about a career in construction? If so, why not gi...

  Insight to Wates - A  £2 billion Property Development & Construction Firm! Tuesday 11th February, 5pm - 6pm Are you ready to launch your career with one of the  UK’s leading property development  and  construction  companies? Wates, a  £2 billion  industry leader, is offering apprenticeship opportunities across the UK, providing ambitious students like you with the chance to gain real-world experience and build a successful career. Explore Exciting Roles Across the UK Wates offers a wide range of apprenticeship roles, including opportunities in: Engineering & Technical Roles:  Building Services Engineering, Surveying, Construction Support Technician Skilled Trades:  Carpentry, Joinery, Plumbing, Electrical Installation, Groundwork, Plastering, Maintenance Business & Professional Services:  Customer Service, Business Administration, Accounting These roles are available nationwide, including key locations such as London,...

THE FESTIVAL OF CONSTRUCTION - 10TH TO 14TH MAY The Festival of Construction is our new virtual construction careers conference for 2021, and this year we will be exploring the future of construction careers in the light of the climate crisis. Our event will mirror the themes of the 2021 COP26 Climate Change conference, and we’ll be looking at the ways that young people can join an industry at the cutting edge of climate impact and responsibility. This free 5-day careers event will feature speakers from construction companies, sustainability specialists, product innovators, academia, the UN and NASA. There will also be bonus breakout activities across the week including confidence coaching, CV writing, mentoring, apprentice/graduate panels, information about T-levels and Apprenticeships, and neurodiversity in construction.  Tickets and more details :   https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-festival-of-construction-tickets-150546780473  

  The Festival of Construction is our new virtual construction careers conference for 2021, and this year we will be exploring the future of construction careers in the light of the climate crisis. Our event will mirror the themes of the 2021 COP26 Climate Change conference, and we’ll be looking at the ways that young people can join an industry at the cutting edge of climate impact and responsibility. This free 5-day careers event will feature speakers from construction companies, sustainability specialists, product innovators, academia, the UN and NASA. There will also be bonus breakout activities across the week including confidence coaching, CV writing, mentoring, apprentice/graduate panels, information about T-levels and Apprenticeships, and neurodiversity in construction.  TICKETS and VIDEO RECORDINGS Tickets and more details:   https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-festival-of-construction-tickets-150546780473 We understand that many schools are back on full timetable, ...

  We are pleased to inform you that we are running our  Groundwork Apprenticeship Scheme  as normal this year, with the official Apprenticeship starting September 2021. This is a 2-year programme and upon completion Apprentices will have achieved a Level 2 Diploma in Construction Operations.   We are running it slightly different this year and prospective candidates will partake in a Pre-Apprenticeship programme in August run by Colchester Institute. Following the successful completion of the pre-apprenticeship programme 10 candidates will be selected to attend the apprenticeship.  The Apprenticeship is applicable to all persons aged 16 onwards and we ask that you send your CV to  apprentices@andersongroup.co.uk

  Redbrick is  property management company based in Hertfordshire They have just published a career guide entitled  ‘how to become a Property Manager ’, which could be of use to those considering a job in the construction and property sector, specialising in a management career.   The guide (which can be found below) is primarily an overview of such a unique role and what it entails. It also covers the needed skills, qualifications and experience, and how these can be attained. https://www.redbrickpm.co.uk/blog/how-to-become-a-property-manager/