Building a Stronger Construction Future: Skills, Leadership & Business Growth

Construction businesses are facing increasing pressure from rising costs, skills shortages, supply chain disruption, regulatory change and evolving client expectations. This session explores the key risks and opportunities shaping the market in 2026, how organisations are adapting to a changing landscape, and the practical…

Attracting and developing new talent remains one of the biggest challenges facing the construction industry. This session will explore how businesses, colleges and training providers are creating stronger pathways into the sector. 

With competition for frameworks and major projects continuing to increase, construction businesses are under growing pressure to strengthen their approach to bidding and procurement. This session will explore what buyers and contractors are looking for in 2026, from social value and…

Social value is now a key part of procurement and project delivery, but how can businesses move beyond box-ticking and deliver meaningful outcomes? This session will explore practical approaches to social value across employment, skills, community engagement and local impact. 

Construction businesses are generating more data than ever before, but how can it be used effectively? This session will explore how project, asset and operational data is helping businesses improve efficiency, reduce risk and support long-term building performance. 

Construction remains one of the most demanding industries to work in, with increasing focus on stress, burnout and workforce wellbeing. This session will explore the practical steps businesses can take to improve mental health support, strengthen workplace culture and retain…

The construction industry continues to make progress around inclusion and representation, but significant challenges remain. This session will bring together female leaders from across the built environment to discuss career progression, leadership, retention and the practical changes needed to create…