Employability

We’re passionate about building a better future for people in the communities in which we operate.

Our people offer mentoring, training and upskilling at local schools, colleges and universities around the world, guiding and inspiring the next generation of industry professionals.

How we did in 2023

invested in local community initiatives to enhance employability.

increase since 2022 and an ongoing commitment to increase activity and overachieve against our target.

‘earn and learn’ opportunities provided.

In the process of agreeing a formal partnership to provide opportunities for our people to mentor and support others looking for employment in the industry.

2023 highlights

Two of our colleagues joined the University of Washington industry panel for construction management graduate students.

Four university students studying construction enjoyed a week’s work experience with us as part of their placement with the City of Edinburgh Council’s housing department.

Our people shared insights with students at City University of Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education.

Proud to be a member of the 5% club in the UK. 18% of our UK business are in ‘earn and learn’ positions as graduates or apprentices.

Building employability through experience

Colleagues in Minneapolis worked with a team of graduate business analytics students from Loyola Marymount University. The project exposed the students to real world data and a business problem. We worked closely with the student team, offering guidance throughout.

Our 2024 goals

invested in local community initiatives to enhance employability.

‘earn and learn’ opportunities provided.