Be Part of the Change podcast episode 9 – celebrating International Women’s Day

The built environment comprises a diverse and exciting range of sectors, but there is still a lack of representation at every level. We want this to change. ‘Be Part of…

What are conversion courses (and how can they help you change career)?

Conversion courses are an excellent way to shift career paths, develop your skills and obtain industry-recognised qualifications. Here's why. Very few people are fortunate enough to know what they want…

What is carbon offsetting (and is it just another form of greenwashing)?

Is carbon offsetting actually having a positive impact on the environment, or is it just another way businesses avoid taking real action? Sustainability is in a state of transition. As…

A COP29 post-mortem: why there are reasons for optimism

While much of the reaction to COP29 has been of frustration at the slow rate of change, December’s conference wasn’t without cause for measured optimism. The word ‘COP’ has come…

The path from A-Levels to construction project management

“I wanted to make sure I still felt immersed within a university and still felt completely part of something. UCEM is able to provide that – I feel completely supported."…

Why do a Master’s? 8 key benefits of postgraduate study

Here are several reasons why returning to higher education can be beneficial for your career aspirations and goals. Postgraduate study is on the rise. Just like the undergraduate route, Master’s…

A hairdresser-turned-surveyor with a passion for getting girls into construction

“If I went into a bar and said to someone, ‘can you guess my job?’ I can guarantee you even on 10 guesses they're not getting it right”. Name: Courtney…

A guide to prefabrication (and how it’s transforming construction)

While prefabrication is emerging as a sustainable innovation in the construction industry, it’s actually a concept that’s been around for thousands of years. The construction process is complex and multi-faceted.…

12 essential qualities of a great leader

What does it take to become a great leader in the built environment? Here are the traits and qualities of influential leaders, managers and mentors. From supply chain disruptions and…

The power of perseverance: turning disappointing A-levels into apprenticeship success

Like many young people, Querida Matondo heard about apprenticeships not through school, but by knowing someone who’d been through the experience: in this case, her sister. Name: Querida Matondo Company:…

Be Part of the Change podcast episode 8 – a day in the life of an apprentice

The built environment comprises a diverse and exciting range of sectors, but there is still a lack of representation at every level. We want this to change. ‘Be Part of…

From work experience to HS2: Taran’s apprenticeship journey with Arcadis

Taran’s path to his quantity surveying degree apprenticeship began six years ago when he secured work experience at Arcadis: the same company that now employs him. Name: Taran Barard Company:…