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Kier partners with STEM returners to bring skills back to the industry

Kier is working with STEM Returners to help people get back to work after a career break, with office and on-site roles available

CIOB Awards 2023 now open for entries to celebrate industry leaders

The Chartered Institute of Building has announced that entries are open for the CIOB Awards 2023, closing March 17th 2023.

Galliford Try makes double appointments of new healthcare director and head of pre-construction

Galliford Try has expanded its senior team with the appointments of Laura Hodgetts as healthcare director and Stuart Wallace as head of pre-construction.

Lee Sturdy joins Kier Construction as science and technology director

Lee Sturdy has joined Kier Construction in the newly created role as science and technology director, aiming to boost the firm's capability in the growing sector.

The Hill Group appoints Victoria Anthony as HR director

The Hill Group has appointed Victoria Anthony as HR director, where she will drive recruitment from unconventional sources to the construction workforce.

Paid HS2 summer placement on offer for undergraduates in the Midlands

University students who live, or study, in the Midlands are being offered the chance to join HS2 construction partner Balfour Beatty VINCI on an eight-week paid work placement this summer.

Kier digital apprenticeship to boost data skills with Multiverse

Kier has launched a new Data Academy digital apprenticeship in partnership with Multiverse in drive to boost data skills.

Euan Miller appointed as managing director for BAM Properties

Euan Miller has been selected for the role of managing director for BAM Properties, after serving as interim MD for several months.

Martin Ballard becomes head of environment at Wates Group

Martin Ballard will join the Wates Group as head of environment, where he will be responsible for delivering company targets such as zero waste and zero carbon.

New Home Building Employment programme to address gender imbalance in construction

The Home Building employment programme, from Women into Construction and the Home Builders Federation (HBF), will offer funding for childcare and training.

Gary Oates appointed as North East divisional managing director at GMI

GMI Construction Group will strengthen its North East presence with the appointment of Gary Oates as divisional managing director.

Balfour Beatty US executive leadership changes announced

Balfour Beatty has announced a number of changes to its US buildings & civils executive leadership team, effective from April 2023.

CIOB’s revamped Global Student Challenge open for 2023 entries

The Chartered Institute of Building’s (CIOB) Global Student Challenge is celebrating its tenth year with a new virtual platform to test competitors' skills.

Bentley Systems appoints new Chief Revenue Officer and Investor Relations Officer

Bentley Systems has announced the promotion of Brock Ballard to the role of chief revenue officer, and the appointment of Eric Boyer as investor relations officer.

Orbit appoints Matt Bundy as head of property improvements

Housing provider Orbit has appointed Matt Bundy, previously the lead on major works at Westminster City Council, as the new head of property improvements.

Tim Wates named as next chairman of Wates Group

The Wates board has announced that Tim Wates will take over as chairman in May 2023 as his cousin, Sir James Wates CBE steps down

Martyn Smith announced as new Tilbury Douglas commercial director

Martyn Smith, who has over two decades of experience in commercial and leadership roles, has been announced as group commercial director at Tilbury Douglas.

Former Construction Equipment Association chief Rob Oliver awarded MBE

Rob Oliver, who retired as the Chief Executive of the CEA (Construction Equipment Association) in 2021, has been awarded an MBE in the King’s first New Year’s honours list.

HS2 graduate jobs programme opens for 2023

Forty graduate jobs are available on a two-year placement programme at HS2, which is now open for applicants.

Huw Jones to replace retiring BAM Nuttall executive director

The Executive Board of Royal BAM Group NV has announced that Ian Parish, BAM Nuttall executive director, has decided to retire from the business on 31 December 2022.

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