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Got my results? Now what?

James Thomas, a CITB Advisor, talks about what you can do after getting your exam results and deciding what next steps to take. Find out more here.

Go behind the scenes with Open Doors 2024

It’s almost time for Open Doors 2024 – where construction sites come alive in front of your very eyes. Open Doors, delivered by Build UK in partnership with CITB, takes visitors behind the scenes to showcase the fantastic range of careers

From The Armed Forces To Construction

Following a career in the armed forces, Craig Foster wanted a new challenge, something he could get stuck into and progress through. He moved to the construction industry – building a successful career in the process, progressing from an

From Apprentice to Managing Director

Szerelmey Restoration managing director Paul Morris started his construction career as an apprentice - 40 years later he is leading the company. Find out about his journey from an apprenticeship to MD and why apprenticeships are the perfect start to

Entry-level construction roles in the UK

The construction industry is a great place to begin your career. But where do you start? Here, we look at entry-level construction jobs that can get you on the ladder.

Dressed for Success

James Whitaker, Marketing Director at Dickies Workwear is a sponsor of this year's SkillBuild UK National Final. Read his advice on workwear shopping.

Denise Forster - Construction Story

Denise Forster, is a Systems Co-ordinator at Simpson (York) Limited. She is also involved in the 'Step up into Construction' project. Find out more here.

Story of a Construction Graduate Apprentice

In September, Craig Ramsay started a Graduate Apprenticeship programme in Construction Management through his employer, P&M Sinclair. Here he explains the key highlights of the programme and how the experience has shaped his future career hopes and

Construction Is Full Of Personality

Read about three industry workers' experience in the construction industry and how they feel their personality type suits their role. Find out more here.

Construction facts about famous buildings

In this article we take a look at the some of the most interesting and famous buildings across the globe. From cathedrals and mosques, to parliament buildings and office towers, there are so many shapes and size of construction builds!

Construction and the environment

Construction impacts the environment in both positive and negative ways. Let’s take a look at how construction can help the environment and some of the job roles you can find in the industry.

Constructing The Future With AccXel

We all need a helping hand during our careers. Whether you’re straight out of school or university and taking that first step on the ladder, or you have 30 years’ experience under your belt and want to take the plunge into management –

CITB at UKCW 2024

CITB is exhibiting at the UK’s largest built environment event during next month's UK Construction Week at the London Excel from 7 - 9 May.

Chelsea Cashman, Apprentice Carpenter

Chelsea Cashman used to work in an Aldi Warehouse but was unhappy and wanted a change in career. Through the ‘Communities for You’ Scheme Chelsea was offered the opportunity of a 6 week work experience placement on site with Willis Construction

Building A New Start In Construction

Thanks to the YouthBuild project, Julius Debrah started a new life and career in the construction industry. When the pandemic hit, Julius had to sign up for Universal Credit – now, six months after graduating from the programme, he is a trainee

Building A Better Future

The construction industry is changing – not just changing itself, but changing communities and the environment for the better. Find out how you can get involved.

Profile On David Oloke

Civil engineer and construction manager David Oloke discusses ethnic diversity in the construction industry plus his career experiences in Nigeria and the UK.

Apprenticeships North West: A Guide

This Go Construct guide outlines the different types of apprenticeship available in the north west. Find out more about apprenticeships in the north west.

Apprenticeships North East: A Guide

This Go Construct guide outlines the different types of apprenticeship available in the north east. Find out more about apprenticeships in the north east.

Apprenticeship Mythbusters

Apprenticeships have come a long way in recent years, they help people ‘get in and go far’ but there are still a lot of myths surrounding the choice to combine earning whilst you learn. This Go Construct article will bust some of the most common

Andrew Close - Construction Story

Andrew Close MRTPI, Head of Careers, Education & Professional Development at the RTPI talks about getting the message out to future generations.

Immersive Learning in Construction

Find out how tech is part of the future of construction with immersive learning and virtual reality making it easier to get the skills that employers want.