HS2’s engineers have celebrated a double milestone in the construction of two huge viaducts that will eventually carry the high-speed railway across a floodplain. The work, near Brackley, saw the successful completion of a 2,695 tonnes deck slide for the Westbury viaduct as well as construction of the abutments at
Five-acre elevated walkway to act as a green gateway between the University of Salford’s campus and Crescent innovation zone Construction of Salford Rise – a transformative element of the wider £2.5bn, 252-acre Crescent Salford masterplan – has begun. Delivered by ECF – a joint partnership between Legal & General, Homes
A national construction charity is marking this year’s World Mental Health Day by renewing its efforts to signpost tradespeople and construction workers to places where they can get support for their mental health. This is made all the more important in the wake of the devastating collapse of major construction
Announcement comes as group strengthens market-leading position following successful start to 2024. Assent Building Control will now be known as Assent Building Compliance, part of the Assent Building Compliance and Safety Group, aligning itself to the changing needs of the broader construction industry. This change signifies the group’s evolution and
William Martin has announced the promotion of Derrick Milligan to Director of Consultancy. With over 15 years’ experience in safety consultancy management, he brings a wealth of expertise to the position, as well as in-depth knowledge of technical operations and account management. Derrick’s promotion comes after six successful years at
ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland is highlighting the asset tagging functionality of its Openings Studio BIM software solution, enabling the golden thread of information from a product’s specification right through manufacture, installation and ongoing maintenance. Openings Studio is a cloud based, custom configuration tool for the creation, visualisation,
Recognition for digital rehearsal services that are cutting costs, reducing project delivery durations and assuring safety compliance at Sellafield SRP construction site. Digital construction consultancy Proicere has won a prestigious Bentley Systems – Going Digital Award, in the Construction category. The award recognises Proicere’s development of an advanced 4D digital twin,
Investment in people, encouraging more females into the sector and putting in proactive wellbeing support have all played a role in helping two Tara Group companies make the 2024 UK’s Best Workplaces in Construction, Engineering & Property™ list. Cameron Homes and Keon Homes have both made the prestigious rankings, reaffirming
Environment Bank has recently announced that it is working in collaboration with Barclays to support greater visibility and adoption of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) among housebuilders and England-based farmers. Environment Bank offers Biodiversity Units to developers to enable them to fulfil their BNG obligations. It works with farmers and landowners
Winvic Construction Ltd’s Talent Development Manager, Kayleigh Merritt, has won a Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) Top 100 Influential Women in Construction Award. Kayleigh scooped the Midlands Local Hero accolade – which recognises exceptional women that are working at an operational or site level in construction – and collected her
HS2’s engineers have celebrated a double milestone in the construction of two huge viaducts that will eventually carry the high-speed railway across a floodplain. The work, near Brackley, saw the successful completion of a 2,695 tonnes deck slide for the Westbury viaduct as well as construction of the abutments at either end of the nearby Turweston viaduct. Set low in the landscape to the east of the town, the twin viaducts cross the floodplain of the River Great Ouse which passes under the new high-speed railway twice as it meanders through Buckinghamshire and West Northants. Three miles apart and built using similar designs, the two structures use an unusual ‘double composite’ approach, with layers of reinforced concrete above and below the steel beams, creating a super-efficient box-beam. This approach uses less carbon-intensive concrete and steel than a more traditional design. The deck of the Westbury viaduct – which stretches for 320m – was assembled in three stages, ranging from 84m to 135m with each one pushed out from the north abutment before the next section was attached behind it. This painstaking, six-month long process meant that the weight of the deck increased with each push, up from an initial 1,145 tonnes at the start of work in March – to 2,695 tonnes by the time it reached the south abutment last week. During the slide, special pads covered in Teflon – a material usually found on the surface of a non-stick frying pan – were used to cut friction between the deck and the temporary steel bearings on top of each of the concrete piers. Engineers were also celebrating at the nearby Turweston viaduct this week with the completion of the two abutments, which will support either end of the 80m long structure. Focus will now turn to assembling the deck girders ready for launch of the 591-tonne structure early next year. HS2 Ltd’s Senior Project Manager, Elizabeth Longinotti said: “It’s been incredible to watch the enormous deck at Westbury come together over the last year and see it so carefully slid into position. I’d like to thank everyone who helped make it happen – and I look forward to seeing similar progress at Turweston in the coming months. “The innovative double composite structure they share has huge potential to cut carbon in construction by enabling more efficient bridges and I hope that the lessons we have learnt can be successfully applied to other projects across the UK in the future.” Both viaducts are being built by HS2 Ltd’s main works contractor, EKFB – a team made up of Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall – with the manufacture and installation of the beams being led by specialists at Eiffage Metal. With the steelwork now in position at Westbury, engineers can begin the challenging job of lowering the deck 60cm onto the permanent bearings which will support the full weight of the structure. The two-month long operation will see the steelwork above each pier carefully lowered by 20cm at a time, pier-by pier, until the whole 320m long deck settles into its final position. EKFB’s Project Director, Tony Wehby said: “As the Project Director for the Twyford to Greatworth area, I am immensely proud of our team’s dedication and hard work in achieving this double milestone. The innovative ‘double composite’ design not only showcases our commitment to engineering excellence but also highlights our efforts to reduce carbon emissions in construction. “This achievement is a testament to the skill and perseverance of everyone involved, and I look forward to seeing continued progress on the Turweston viaduct.” The last few months has also seen significant progress at HS2’s other major viaducts, including the key structures that will form the Delta Junction in North Warwickshire and the viaducts taking the railway into Birmingham Curzon Street. In total, HS2 is building more than 500 bridging structures – ranging from small road bridges to the record-breaking Colne Valley Viaduct which became the longest railway bridge in the UK when the deck was finished earlier this year. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Five-acre elevated walkway to act as a green gateway between the University of Salford’s campus and Crescent innovation zone Construction of Salford Rise – a transformative element of the wider £2.5bn, 252-acre Crescent Salford masterplan – has begun. Delivered by ECF – a joint partnership between Legal & General, Homes England and Muse on behalf of Salford City Council – the infrastructure and public realm project will remove physical barriers between the communities to the north of the Crescent area, replacing them with walking and cycling routes focused on accessibility and active travel, significantly improving connectivity between these communities and Crescent Salford. In addition, there will be large areas of new, high-quality green spaces, trees, planting and public squares for pop-up events and festivals. At the heart of the ambitious regeneration of Salford Crescent, is a near five-acre elevated walkway spanning Frederick Road which will enhance connectivity and act as a key gateway between the University of Salford’s campus and the Crescent innovation zone. Eric Wright Civil Engineering has been appointed as the main contractor to deliver the walkway designed by MAKE, Planit and Cundall. It stands at 11 metres wide and 220 metres long and will be a green and safe haven for pedestrians and cyclists, encouraging active travel and facilitating improved collaboration across the development. The project is partially funded by £13.17m from the Government’s Levelling Up Fund. Preparatory and ground works will be carried out for the remainder of 2024, while work on the bridge structure is expected to begin in early 2025 and complete in summer 2026. Salford Rise forms a key part of the Crescent masterplan which will deliver more than 3,000 homes, 1m sq ft of offices, retail and leisure, a multi-model transport hub and vast areas of green space. Commencement of work on the project follows the approval of plans by Salford City Council to bring forward Crescent Innovation, another pivotal element of the Crescent Salford masterplan. Creating a high-quality innovation ecosystem around the University of Salford, Crescent Innovation will build on existing world-class research and development capabilities; help drive further economic growth in the city and wider region; and facilitate enhanced links between academia, research, and business. Salford Rise will physically connect economic assets across the innovation zone to unlock significant development opportunities and enable collaboration between academia and industry. Salford City Mayor, Paul Dennett, said: “I am delighted that this important project is now moving into the delivery phase. Salford Rise will better connect our communities to the Crescent and University campus and provide transformational change across Crescent Innovation, helping to unlock world-class innovation-led research and development opportunities that Salford residents and businesses can benefit from.” Vice-Chancellor at the University of Salford, Professor Nic Beech, commented: “Salford Rise is a great example of innovative regeneration work as part of the wider Crescent masterplan to benefit our Salford community, connecting people and fostering collaboration between businesses. This work will develop and enhance our local environment and provide vital sustainable travel options for students, colleagues, and visitors accessing our University campus and the surrounding areas.” Max King, Project Director (North West) at ECF, said: “Starting on site at Salford Rise and seeing the first spade in the ground marks a landmark staging post as we begin to bring the vision for Crescent Salford to life. This project is a pivotal part of the wider masterplan, and particularly the innovation zone, unlocking opportunities and fostering collaboration to enable the people that live, work and study in Salford to thrive.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
A national construction charity is marking this year’s World Mental Health Day by renewing its efforts to signpost tradespeople and construction workers to places where they can get support for their mental health. This is made all the more important in the wake of the devastating collapse of major construction company. The call by the organisers of the Big Brew comes as shockwaves continue to affect the construction industry. Not only has the 2,200-strong workforce made redundant but there has also been a huge knock-on effect throughout the supply chain – with material suppliers and subcontractors being left high and dry. Speaking ahead of the start of the fourth annual Big Brew – a campaign organised by Band of Builders (BoB) – CEO Gavin Crane believes there needs to be greater visibility and accessibility of mental health services and support “now more than ever before” for construction workers and tradespeople. “The Big Brew campaign was conceived to shine a light on the mental health crisis in the construction industry, and to do this it’s timed to coincide with World Mental Health Day each year,” said Gavin. “Construction is a challenging industry at the best of times, but recent events have escalated the mental health crisis to unprecedented levels and providing mental health and support scaffolding for everyone who works in it is needed now more than ever before – as the suicide rate in our industry is estimated to be as high as two people every day. “Research from our Media partner On the Tools has found that 93% of UK tradespeople have experienced mental ill health in some way. The findings also showed that tradespeople are 26% more likely than workers in other industries to experience these challenges and that less than a third (32%) of employed UK tradespeople who have struggled with mental health problems have access to free counselling or helplines from their employers.” Gavin added: “We feel that one way that we can make a positive difference is through the Big Brew – which encourages construction industry workers and tradespeople to come together over a cuppa to support one another and remove the taboo around mental health in the sector. “Inspired by the Macmillan Coffee Morning, the Big Brew offers a simple, familiar way for workers to come together, support each other, and break down the stigma surrounding mental health in the construction industry.” This year’s campaign is shaping up to be the best yet – especially in the builders’ merchant sector, where SIG Roofing and Jewson between them will be hosting Big Brews at more than 170 of their branches right across the UK. And for the second year, a Big Brew will be held by Jewson in conjunction with On the Tools, who will livestream a panel discussion from Jewson Castleford about how to break down the stigma surrounding mental health, with representatives from Jewson, JPS and BoB. The stream will be available on the Jewson Facebook page. The Big Brew campaign has been able to fund a wellbeing service, which supports members of the UK construction sector by providing a free 24-hour counselling service offering support and guidance from a trained counsellor. This can be accessed from https://bandofbuilders.org/pages/wellbeing-support. It’s also funded a 24 hours a day text service (text BOB to 85258) that can be accessed at any time to get help or support. And recently, NHS England teamed up with BoB to promote NHS Talking Therapies. Gavin summed up this year’s Big Brew by praising the commitment of all those who will be hosting events throughout the month. “It’s amazing to see the Big Brew go from strength to strength, with more events being hosted each year,” he said. “And given all that’s gone on recently, the Big Brew is well timed. But it’s important to note that Big Brews can be held at any time of year. For example, our Landscaping Partner Talasey always hosts an event around Blue Monday in January, as it’s supposedly the most depressing day of the year. “As the mental health crisis in construction continues to deepen, now is the time for everyone in the industry—whether you’re a worker, employer, or supporter—to take action. Hosting or attending a Big Brew is a simple but powerful way to make a difference. By coming together over a cuppa, we can break the silence around mental health and offer vital support to those who need it. Get involved today, and let’s work together to ensure that no one in our industry faces these challenges alone.” To get hold of a Big Brew kit, go to https://bandofbuilders.org/pages/the-big-brew Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Announcement comes as group strengthens market-leading position following successful start to 2024. Assent Building Control will now be known as Assent Building Compliance, part of the Assent Building Compliance and Safety Group, aligning itself to the changing needs of the broader construction industry. This change signifies the group’s evolution and its commitment to providing a comprehensive set of services to the ever-changing construction industry. The renaming reflects the group’s growth into new areas of expertise, making them the only group consisting of five specialist companies with solutions that address the needs of fire safety, building control and compliance. These include: The new name, Assent Building Compliance, demonstrates the group’s focus on compliance and safety and the dynamic nature of the built environment following the Building Safety Act 2022, with a dedication to adding value to all client relationships. The company’s heritage in building control will continue under LB Building Control, Oculus Building Consultancy and Clarke Banks, all of which are Registered Building Control Approvers (RBCAs) under the Building Safety Regulator (BSR) and Building Safety Act. In addition to these services, Assent Building Compliance is also able to offer specialist Building Regulation advisory services designed to support the Principal Designer under the BSA ‘Gateway’ submission process. Thanks to recent acquisitions of Clarke Banks and Xact Consultancy and Training, the group is also equipped to provide expert fire safety engineering solutions and fire safety training qualifications and apprenticeships. Iain Thomson, CEO of the Assent group, commented: “Our evolution into Assent Building Compliance is evidence of our on-going commitment to adapt and grow in response to the ever-changing needs of the sector. “We are proud to offer a wide range of services that can meet the needs of our clients within the built environment. This is an exciting time for our business, and we are well-positioned to contribute significantly to shaping the future of the built environment,” he added. If you would like to find out more about the new Assent Building Compliance and its wide range of services, please visit https://www.assentbc.co.uk/. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
William Martin has announced the promotion of Derrick Milligan to Director of Consultancy. With over 15 years’ experience in safety consultancy management, he brings a wealth of expertise to the position, as well as in-depth knowledge of technical operations and account management. Derrick’s promotion comes after six successful years at William Martin, during which he has been instrumental in delivering outstanding safety consultancy services. In his new role, he will manage operations across multiple teams, leading the delivery of innovative, reliable solutions in a rapidly evolving market. Derrick Milligan said: “I will be working with our talented team to deliver tangible change for clients. Our priority is providing trustworthy knowledge and advice to keep businesses safe and help them thrive.” “I look forward to bringing a fresh outlook to the table to expand our capabilities, whilst helping clients create a positive and meaningful impact.” William Martin’s Managing Director, Phil Jones, added: “Derrick’s dedication to our clients and colleagues is unmatched, and his extensive technical knowledge and leadership skills make him the ideal candidate as we continue to expand. His appointment underscores our commitment to maintaining our leading position in the health and safety consultancy sector.” Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland is highlighting the asset tagging functionality of its Openings Studio BIM software solution, enabling the golden thread of information from a product’s specification right through manufacture, installation and ongoing maintenance. Openings Studio is a cloud based, custom configuration tool for the creation, visualisation, modification, and management of door openings. It is uniquely integrated with the building model as part of a live and dynamic environment. Every door logged in Openings Studio is automatically assigned a unique asset tag, which can be affixed to the door as either a QR code or RFID Tag, enabling direct access to the door details, including installation, inspection, and service history. The asset tag functionality enables direct access from the Mobile App to information such as product specification, hardware schedule, product information, inspection reports, digital images, and change management tracking. Brian Sofley, Managing Director of ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions, said: “The introduction of the Building Safety Act was a major catalyst to bring about significant change in the construction industry. It was clear that a new regulatory framework was needed, and greater emphasis on transparency of information and audit trails all the way through the life cycle of a building. “Our RFID asset tagging system is uniquely creating that ‘golden thread’ of information, enabling direct access to door details, including installation, inspection, and service history. Ultimately, this provides a holistic approach and ensures accountability across the board.” About Openings Studio™ Openings Studio™ Building Information Modelling (BIM) Software provides access to complete doorset information at all stages from product concept to product care. The Openings Studio Mobile App allows users to manage buildings as a holistic system, and design, build and maintain openings for their entire life cycle. Information stored within the app enables buildings to be safely and effectively designed, constructed and operated, providing a genuine seamless link between design intent during the specification process onto the product in service. For more information on ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions, please visit https://www.assaabloy.com/uk/en, or to learn more about Openings Studio, go to https://www.assaabloy.com/group/en/about-us/our-solutions/openings-studio. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Recognition for digital rehearsal services that are cutting costs, reducing project delivery durations and assuring safety compliance at Sellafield SRP construction site. Digital construction consultancy Proicere has won a prestigious Bentley Systems – Going Digital Award, in the Construction category. The award recognises Proicere’s development of an advanced 4D digital twin, as well as its other digital solutions, for the Sellafield Products and Residue Store Retreatment Plant (SRP) Project in Cumbria, UK. Proicere’s digital services, such as its 4D planning, powered by Benley’s SYNCHRO, have achieved millions of pounds in cost savings, over 500 days in time savings, as well as environmental impact benefits for the Sellafield site. Leveraging SYNCHRO’s 4D, Control and Field technologies, Proicere overcame project complexities to deliver exceptional results within SRP. Through the creation of dynamic models that integrate time and space, Proicere is enabling stakeholders to visualise project progress in real-time, and to identify potential conflicts or bottlenecks. The Proicere solution allows the project team, as well as stakeholders at SRP, to visualise, plan and execute the site works, de-risking delivery years ahead of build time. Leveraging SYNCHRO’s 4D, Control and Field technologies, Proicere overcame project complexities to deliver exceptional results within SRP, through the creation of dynamic models that integrated time and space. By April 2024, its service had already saved £80 million in costs, avoided over 500 days of rework, and enabled site teams to identify over 160 risks. Thanks to Proicere’s advanced 4D planning approach, using SYNCHRO software as its foundation, construction teams can seamlessly coordinate complex tasks under tight schedules while ensuring full compliance with the rigorous safety protocols required at the Sellafield nuclear site. This integration enhances efficiency and safety, streamlining project management in one of the most regulated environments. Established in 2004, the Bentley Systems Year In Infrastructure Awards honour extraordinary examples of Bentley software users advancing infrastructure design, construction, and operations around the world. Daniel Ashton, technical director, Proicere, comments: “We are thrilled to receive this prestigious Bentley Systems award in the Construction category. The award recognises the tangible benefits our 4D Planning and Digital Implementation is delivering at the Sellafield Retreatment Plant. It also emphasises the essential role that virtual rehearsals and immersive planning play, not only in driving performance, but in assuring safety and environmental compliance, in increasingly regulated construction environments.” The Sellafield Retreatment Plant (SRP) is part of the UK Nuclear Decommissioning Authority’s initiative to gradually transfer, repackage and safely store 140 tons of separated plutonium for 100 years. Managing the world’s largest civil stockpile of plutonium, the plant will be crucial for protecting the environment, safeguarding public health, and advancing scientific knowledge. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Investment in people, encouraging more females into the sector and putting in proactive wellbeing support have all played a role in helping two Tara Group companies make the 2024 UK’s Best Workplaces in Construction, Engineering & Property™ list. Cameron Homes and Keon Homes have both made the prestigious rankings, reaffirming the group-wide commitment to its industry-leading ‘Tara Academy’ and how it strives to creates a positive working environment for its 300 plus staff. The list is created using anonymous feedback from employees and covers flexible working environments and how company culture aligns with trust, pride and camaraderie. Julie Caudle, People and Performance Director at the Tara Group, commented: “While bricks and mortar tend to be our main tools, people will always remain the heartbeat of what we do and that’s why we invest so much in their development and in creating the right conditions for them to grow and prosper. “That’s why we are pleased to see Cameron and Keon both feature in the Best Workplaces ranking, scoring highly in pretty much every category. This is even more impressive when you consider that we don’t influence the scores – this is completely in the hands of our team to give their honest feedback of how they feel working for us.” She continued: “The last twelve months have been very impressive. In addition to the latest list, we have also seen Keon Homes secure the highest placing for a construction company in the UK’s Best Workplaces for Development list and Cameron Homes highly placed in the Best Workplaces for Women.” Getting more females into construction has been a priority for the Tara Group, with new measures in place to work with all girl schools to help them understand the roles within the sector. Sutton Grammar School and Newport Girls High School are the first two to take part, in order to help their pupils explore potential courses and qualifications that can be used to pursue a career in the industry. Working with Instep, the group has also launched its first ever female leadership programme, a programme designed by women from a female perspective. It combines group workshops, peer learning, personalised coaching and guest speakers to harness strengths and equip rising stars with the essential skills and capability they will need to lead in the future. Benedict Gautrey, Managing Director of Great Place To Work® UK, added his support: “The UK’s Best Workplaces focus on ensuring sufficient opportunities for upskilling and reskilling wherever possible – recognising that employee growth spurs organisational growth. “We’ve seen the companies in our UK’s Best Workplaces for Construction, Engineering & Property list proactively introducing development-based investment for their greatest asset, their employees. It’s great to see Keon Homes and Cameron Homes leading from the front.” For further information, please visit www.keonhomes.co.uk or www.cameronhomes.co.uk Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Environment Bank has recently announced that it is working in collaboration with Barclays to support greater visibility and adoption of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) among housebuilders and England-based farmers. Environment Bank offers Biodiversity Units to developers to enable them to fulfil their BNG obligations. It works with farmers and landowners to generate these units by building ‘habitat banks’, supporting farmers to increase biodiversity, unlock a diversified revenue stream and build business resilience for their farms. BNG is an initiative that aims to make sure that property development in England has a measurably positive impact on biodiversity. To comply with the Environment Act 2021, developers in England must deliver a 10% net uplift in biodiversity relating to the site to be granted planning permission. Barclays’ developer clients will be able to purchase off-site Biodiversity Units from Environment Bank from a network of habitat banks around the country. As part of the collaboration, Environment Bank and Barclays are also highlighting opportunities for farmers and landowners to explore the BNG market as an avenue of accessing Nature markets, through Environment Bank’s model where it takes a 30-year lease on areas of land to deliver the biodiversity gains. Commenting on the collaboration, Catherine Spitzer, CEO of Environment Bank, said: “We are delighted to be working with Barclays and look forward to helping both its developer and agricultural clients to navigate the BNG market.” “I hope that working closely with Barclays’ clients in this way will make a significant contribution to nature restoration in England.” Adam White, Head of Agriculture, Barclays UK said: “Not only does BNG support farmers and landowners to explore possible new revenue streams, but it also supports biodiversity uplift across the England and is a route for developers to comply with this new regulation. “This collaboration with Environment Bank helps ensure our customers are getting support to understand what is right for their business.” Environment Bank has already established a network of 28 Habitat Banks over almost 2,000 acres across England – with more than 20 additional sites already in development. It has a team of 85 experts working across ecology, land management, planning, and legal services. Its clients comprise SME and major housebuilders alongside significant commercial, utility, energy, and infrastructure developers. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
Winvic Construction Ltd’s Talent Development Manager, Kayleigh Merritt, has won a Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) Top 100 Influential Women in Construction Award. Kayleigh scooped the Midlands Local Hero accolade – which recognises exceptional women that are working at an operational or site level in construction – and collected her trophy at the awards ceremony in Birmingham last week. Kayleigh’s passion to drive more meaningful on-site interactions and her collaboration with colleges led her to devise the award-winning Winvic Enrichment Programme (WEP). Five days of on-site sessions – tailored to the students’ discipline – are delivered by the Winvic team and subcontractors to showcase roles, skillsets, technology and teach CV-writing and interview skills. Students are benefitting from seeing more on-site activities, learning about the varied roles available and speaking to team members who can provide a greater depth of information. Student and tutor feedback is excellent and the WEP is inspiring the next generation of construction professionals and helping them to make informed career choices. Kayleigh works closely with the Winvic social value team to identify opportunities with schools and colleges that are located near projects. The whole team gets involved in presenting in schools and welcoming students to sites to learn about modern construction culture, site experiences and careers. Winvic’s focus on using the power of female role models has been successful in encouraging young women to consider a construction career and increasing female representation in the industry. Talent Development Manager at Winvic, Kayleigh Merritt, commented: “I’m honoured to have won the Midlands Local Hero award, and I think what we’ve been able to achieve with the Winvic Enrichment Programme and hundreds of other educational outreach activities is very special. I’d like to dedicate this award to all the schools and colleges we collaborate with and the whole Winvic team because I couldn’t do my job without their support.” Rebecca Schwarz, Head of HR and Training, added: “We see Kayleigh as a hero every day, so I’m delighted that she has been publicly recognised for her innovative and tenacious work to engage with young people and support them on their construction career journeys. We’re proud to always listen, learn and be flexible in our approach and this ensures students in local communities gain valuable on-site experiences. Congratulations, Kayleigh, this accolade is well deserved.” Danny Clarke, Engagement Director, England at CITB, said: “Congratulations to our award winners and to all of those who were shortlisted for the Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction. We are delighted to recognise the incredible women and allies who are driving real change in the construction industry. “The award ceremony and Top 100 shortlist celebrate the women that work at every level within the sector and their phenomenal achievements, while inspiring others and encouraging the next generation to pursue careers in this field. We are proud to showcase those who are leading in our industry and hope to see more even more applicants next year.” For more information on Winvic, the company’s latest project news and job vacancies please visit www.winvic.co.uk. Join Winvic on social media – visit X (formerly Twitter) @WinvicLtd – and LinkedIn. Building, Design & Construction Magazine | The Choice of Industry Professionals
