The future of the construction industry shines brightly as the prestigious Building The Future Awards 2023 prepares to honour the exceptional achievements of young individuals making their mark under the age of 30. Taking place on Friday, 17th November, at Aston Villa FC, Holte Suite, the awards recognise talent, dedication, and innovation in various categories, showcasing the industry’s future leaders. The event is a platform to encourage and inspire young professionals to pursue careers in construction and make a positive impact in the industry.
Aimed at bringing together the industry’s leading professionals, students, educators, and government officials, this is an opportunity to recognise and reward exceptional achievements in various categories such as Apprentice/Trainee of the Year, Role Model of the Year, Young Engineer of the Year, and many more. Nominations are now open.
The black-tie awards event will be hosted by renowned media personality Ed James and CEO of The OM Group Damini Sharma, who will bring their expertise and enthusiasm to the proceedings. A key highlight of the evening will be the inspiring keynote address by Andy Street, the Mayor of the West Midlands. His invaluable insights and industry knowledge will further motivate and empower the young talent present.
The Building the Future Awards 2023 is backed by esteemed sponsors, including Careys, a prominent construction company renowned for its exceptional projects spanning various sectors. Additionally, the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) joins as a valued supporter of the awards. Careys, driven by its dedication to excellence, innovation, and sustainability, proudly sponsors the Building the Future Awards and actively contributes to advancing the construction industry’s future professionals.
This highly anticipated awards ceremony will spotlight the exceptional talent and invaluable contributions of individuals shaping the construction industry’s future. Join in celebrating their achievements and inspiring the next generation of construction professionals. Organisers of the Building the Future Awards are Zoe Bennett, the founder of the prestigious MBCC Awards, known for recognising excellence in all sectors of society. With a wealth of experience and a passion for showcasing young talent, Zoe is dedicated to creating opportunities for the next generation of construction professionals. Errol Lawson, Emerge Leadership UK CIC, is working alongside her, a renowned organisation providing leadership and personal development training. With a solid commitment to empowering young people, Errol is driven to unlock their full potential and equip them for success in the construction industry.
Nominations are now open, and industry professionals, mentors, colleagues, and the general public are invited to visit the official Building The Future Awards website to put forward deserving candidates. The nomination period will close on Friday, 21st July. Everyone is encouraged to take part in this exciting opportunity to recognise the rising stars of the construction industry.
Raising awareness of the opportunities available to young professionals and acknowledging companies leading the way in supporting young people promises to be a remarkable celebration of the incredible talent within the construction industry. Building The Future Awards is proud to have the support of esteemed event supporters, including the West Midlands Combined Authority, HS2, Birmingham City Council, UCB, The Home Group, and CITB. These organisations recognise the importance of acknowledging and encouraging the next generation of construction professionals.
