Ever heard the following phrase? “Jack of all trades, master of none.” And you may have heard another quote as well, one that you need to spend 10,000 hours practising something to become an expert in that field – which is absolute rubbish, the real answer is perhaps a thousand, and to be simply competent … Continue reading “Talent stacking and why you should do it”
The BRE Trust, in collaboration with the Worshipful Company of Constructors, would like to invite applicants for the Royal Charter International Research Award for Young Constructors. We are seeking exceptional young individuals from the construction sector to undertake an innovative, topical study relating to construction, planning, design systems and processes or a market study in … Continue reading “Royal Charter International Research Award for Young Constructors”
The Generation 4 Change Yorkshire and Humber awards are back for an amazing 5th year, to showcase the best young professionals within our industry. G4C is passionate about revealing our future leaders and celebrating their achievements so far. These awards provide an exclusive opportunity for Yorkshire and Humber to celebrate the outstanding talent in our … Continue reading “G4C Yorkshire & Humberside Awards 2019”
As the young professional voice of the UK built environment industry, and an integral part of Constructing Excellence, G4C (Generation for Change) is a network which exists to connect, challenge and shape a better industry. We feel uniquely placed to help spearhead progress on topics that, as a sector, we’ve yet to adequately address. That’s … Continue reading “A new direction for G4C”
As one of our valued members, we’d like to hear how you access industry news and information. Click the link below to take our short survey – it will take no more than 5 minutes. https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/construction-news The survey will provide the basis for a report, which will be shared with professional bodies and industry to … Continue reading “We want to hear from you!”
The event report from the G4C Annual Conference on 24 May 2018 is now available to download. G4C passionately believes that the construction industry needs a new image. The current image has a negative impact on attracting talent and skills retention. G4C wants to drive our industry forward and demonstrate an attractive industry that is … Continue reading “Event report – Bouncing Back: A new narrative for construction”
New Civil Engineer and Costain are delighted to announce the launch of the NCE Accelerator, a new national competition seeking the latest engineering innovations and innovative tech solutions. Entries will be shortlisted by leading clients from the engineering sector, with the final 5 shortlisted SME’s gaining an opportunity to present at TechFest on the 19 September. The … Continue reading “NCE Accelerator powered by Costain”
Generation for Change (G4C) Wales hosted its first Awards evening at the Senedd on the 12th July, showcasing the talent of the young people in the Welsh construction industry. With over 25 shortlisted entries, it was an evening full of positivity and pride for the individuals and companies in attendance. In construction, young people are … Continue reading “G4C Wales hosts its first Awards”
See the video from the G4C Annual Conference on 24 May 2018. The conference explored how the image needs to change to become more accessible and valued by society. Get involved https://www.g4c.org.uk “>http://[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9zntBPnPNU&w=480&h=270]
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