Leviat joins 450 other companies in providing ICE approved structured training schemes for civil engineers looking to develop their skills
Leviat has been recognised by the the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) for their support of civil engineers development and STEM careers, officially becoming an Approved Employer.
The lifting, connecting and anchoring technology specialist will now be able to supply ICE-approved civil engineer development schemes, joining a cohort over 450 strong.
The Initial Professional Development Panel (IPDP) has formally approved Leviat’s Technical Director Mark Smith to act as the Supervising Civil Engineer for the ICE training scheme.
Demand for engineers in UK construction is increasing
According to the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), an additional 225,000 construction workers might be required by 2027.
Similar to the wider construction industry, civils and infrastructure are facing a skills shortage, meaning Leviat’s civil engineer development schemes are much needed.
Leviat’s employees will now be able to gain the skills, knowledge and experience needed to complete their initial professional development on their path to becoming professionally qualified.
This increases their chances of career advancement and encourages more young people to join the industry, gaining on-the-job training and real life experience.
Leviat has already begun reaching out to students
Two graduates employed at Leviat recently attended Brunel University in London and delivered a presentation about Leviat’s place in the construction industry and potential career opportunities.
The event received positive feedback from students and lecturers, with one student commenting: “It was an eye-opener that further boosts my morale to pursue excellence in the engineering industry.”
Dr Esmaeel Esmaeeli, Lecturer in Structural Engineering at Brunel University said: “students found the presentation very interesting, and it gave them a better understanding of civil engineering firms in the UK, knowledge of innovative connection systems and a better understanding of possible career opportunities after graduation.”
This is only part of Leviat’s wider strategy to engage with leading universities to attract future talent and enhance their technical departments.
Leviat will also attend additional open days and career fairs, invite students to visit their headquarters in Sheffield, arrange site visits and offer internships for final-year students to get a taste of the industry at work.
Delivering development for the next generation of civil engineers
Bryan Jex, sales director for Structural Connections at Leviat said: “We are thrilled to join the list of Approved Employers for the Institution of Civil Engineers. It is evidence of our ongoing commitment to inspiring future generations to join our industry, and it’s great to be acknowledged for the talented leaders we have at Leviat who make it their mission to provide invaluable training for the next cohort of civil engineers.”
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