Annual event aims to engage with young people and those seeking a change of career
The event aims to engage people interested in pursuing a career in construction, providing an opportunity to go behind the scenes of live construction sites, manufacturing facilities, offices, and training centres across the UK.
Attendees will learn about construction careers through site tours, Q&A sessions with industry professionals, and, in some cases, interactive experiences.
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The event is being delivered by Build UK in partnership with the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) and the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS).
So far this year, more than 170 events have been registered across the UK, including major projects such as the expansion of the North Stand at Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium, the refurbishment of the Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil, and the development of the Hamilton Dock Hotel within the Titanic Quarter in Belfast.
Construction careers
Julie White, chair of Build UK, said: “Never has this type of initiative been more important to help meet the government’s commitment to ‘Get Britain Building’.
“While the tours themselves provide intriguing backdrops to explore the range of roles available, they are also a unique opportunity to talk to construction leaders and apprentices about their route into the industry.
“Nearly 90% of the 5,000 visitors that attended an Open Doors event last year said they were more likely to consider a career in construction following their visit, so I’d urge everyone to book onto an event now and find out just what construction has to offer.”
Industry collaboration
Tim Balcon, chief executive at CITB, added: “Open Doors is a platform for the construction industry to come together and demonstrate the benefits of a career in construction – the valuable skills to be learnt, the sense of accomplishment seeing a project completed, and the well-paid roles available.
"There truly is nothing else like it to learn first-hand if construction is for you – and more importantly, which aspect of construction is for you.
“From roles on site to the office, the construction industry is diverse with plenty of opportunities to upskill and develop throughout the years. No role is the same as the other.
“I am looking forward to visiting an Open Doors event in March and witnessing the impact of this unique event in-person. From potential apprentices to those looking for a change in career, there is something to suit everyone.”
For more information about booking a visit or registering an event, visit OpenDoors.construction.
