CITB and Build UK are joining forces for a week of exclusive, behind-the-scenes events at some of the best building sites in Scarborough.
Open Doors gives access to dozens of construction projects to inspire people to choose a career in construction and take the next steps to progress into the industry.
From future architects, bricklayers and civil engineers to front-of-house sales managers, visitors of all ages and skill sets can get on site at Open Doors events between Monday 13 and Saturday 18 June.
Projects that will be opening their doors in the Scarborough area include:
People interested in getting on site can book at opendoors.construction.
Once on site, visitors will find out exactly what it takes to create the iconic buildings of the future. They will then be encouraged to find out more about construction at the industry’s careers website – Go Construct.
Suzannah Nichol, Build UK Chief Executive, said: “The construction industry is in a war for talent so we are delighted to be running Open Doors in partnership with CITB. It’s an exciting chance for anyone seeking a future career, a new challenge, or a change of direction to see first-hand what construction has to offer. We look forward to welcoming people of all ages onto our member sites in June.”
Lorraine Gregory, CITB Partnerships Manager, said: “Over 230,000 new construction jobs will be created across Britain by 2020 and this is a great way to showcase some of them. Potential new entrants will get an exclusive opportunity to see first-hand what it’s like to work in the industry and what a rewarding career construction can be.
“Open Doors is an excellent way of inspiring people to consider a career in construction. And it’s a key part of how CITB is supporting the construction industry through Go Construct.”
Willmott Dixon is opening three sites in Scarborough. Rick Willmott, Willmott Dixon Group Chief Executive, commented: “We’re opening up a record number of sites for this year’s Open Doors, to give people an eye-opening insight into the construction industry.
“It’s not every day you get to look around large construction sites and through Open Doors, we want to inspire people about the benefits of a career in construction. So come and see what happens behind the hoardings and let us show you what a rewarding career the construction industry can offer.”
To find out more about Open Doors 2016 and book a visit a site, please go to: www.opendoors.construction.
