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Throughout the UK’s construction industry, one problem persists: the skills gap. Studies from September 2023 show that 38,000+ vacancies remain unfilled due to a lack of skilled workers. The skills gap is only amplified in the civil construction sector, where, according to a study by the Civil Engineering Contractors Association, 75% of contractors said they […]

2023 was a tough year for many industries, but construction was hit especially hard. Productivity fell by almost 6.8% throughout the year. Hyperinflation, recession, and scarce resources all contributed to the bleak outlook for construction workers. It’s not all doom and gloom, though. In fact, already there are some significant signs of recovery. Potential Recovery? […]

Despite a minor stall last year, the UK residential market is growing. In the past 15 years, house prices in the UK have increased by almost 50%. In London, that figure is closer to double. The steep prices have made residential property highly profitable, motivating private investors to invest in housebuilding. Likewise, successive governments in […]

Talent is the bedrock of any organisation in any sector. For the construction sector, it’s no different. Unfortunately, for many firms in the UK construction sector, skilled talent, especially for management and executive roles, is hard to come by – especially amidst the ongoing skills shortage. Posting to job boards will only take you so […]

The construction industry is incredibly competitive and faces a significant challenge in attracting and retaining talent to drive business forward. With the workforce rapidly ageing and the sector growing beyond its current talent pool, construction firms must find innovative ways to overcome this skills shortage. A reliable and proactive headhunting partner can help construction firms […]

According to Market Site, construction is now the 6th largest industry in the UK, with the civil sector making up a big part. This will likely grow, as the British Government has pledged to spend billions on infrastructure in 2024. The bottom line? The government is building, and the amount of civil construction work available […]

The new year is when many construction companies reflect on their internal operations. Everything from spending, employee performance, forecasts for the next year and upcoming investments are all considered in preparation for the new year. However, firms often overlook the development and expansion of their in-house team. Recruitment is becoming increasingly important, as 89% of […]

A decline in projects of all sizes has marred the past three years in the construction industry. The pandemic, high inflation, and stretched supply chains have all resulted in a negative outlook for many working in the construction sector. Despite this, there’s good reason to be optimistic as we head into 2024. A recent report […]

The UK residential sector took a hit in 2020, thanks mainly to the Pandemic. Fortunately, the sector is rebounding. Despite some challenges, some predict that the UK’s residential market will grow to more than £360bn by 2028 – up from £273bn in 2023. For those building a career in the UK residential sector, particularly in […]

The success of any construction project hinges on the quality of the team behind it. A solid talent acquisition strategy is one of the most important parts of a contractor’s ability to deliver projects on time and within budget. Despite this, the UK faces a skills shortage of up to 140,000 vacancies, especially in specialist […]