Construction

If construction is a career path that’s always appealed to you, but you’ve never quite made the leap, there are attractive opportunities for career changers to join the industry.

The UK continues to struggle with a severe shortage of skilled workers in the construction sector. We look at the latest report from City & Guilds and data from the Construction Industry Training Board.

When Zeva decided it was time to reskill, building on her background in painting and decorating, tiling felt like a natural next step, as it’s creative and practical.

Learn more about the different levels of CSCS cards for construction workers, and what the requirements are for each.

Find out more about the current size of the construction skills gap, what is causing it, and what can be done to begin solving it.

Find out more about the current high demand for bricklayers in the UK, and the construction activity that is driving these opportunities.

Discover the latest construction industry news, including Labour’s new social housing project and increases in predicted construction output.

Want to find out more about job opportunities for carpenters? We explore how both domestic and commercial projects are driving demand across the carpentry industry.

Learn more about building a career in bricklaying, going from complete beginner to seeking site work.

Fitting a new kitchen is a complex project, and not without its challenges. From choosing units to perfectly fitting worktops, find out more about what’s involved.

Find out more about the latest statistics relating to tool theft in the construction industry, and growing calls for the government to take action.

Discover more about the process of dry lining a wall, and why it is increasingly seen as an appealing alternative to traditional plastering.