London Construction Futures Fair: Interactive Experience
About this Event
Young people aged 16-25 are invited to attend an exciting, invitation-only Interactive London Construction Event at City Hall on 13 July. This is a unique opportunity to explore the wide range of careers available in construction—beyond traditional site roles—and connect directly with industry professionals.
There will be both a morning and an afternoon experience – choose the best time slot for you and book onto the 3 sessions you want to attend during that time.
The agenda below gives details of who will speaking at each session and there is also an opportunity to book a 15 minute one-to-one session to have your CV or application reviewed.
This event brings together construction employers, training providers, and industry bodies to give young people a real insight into the sector through:
- Hands-on interactive activities
- Direct engagement with employers and training providers
- Insight into construction careers, apprenticeships, and progression routes
- Support with applications for live opportunities
Due to capacity and security requirements, young people will only be admitted during their assigned sessions and will not be able to enter outside of these times. Those under 18 must register and attend with a parent/carer or responsible adult. The event is suitable for people up to 25 years of age.
Morning Event
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Welcome
Info: Welcome to City Hall!
In this introduction session we'll give you tips on how to get the most out of the morning session, encouraging you to attend your pre-booked sessions and to use your in-person application slot.
There are 3 sessions running in the morning and during each time slot you need to choose which employer or training provider you want to see.
🕑: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Session 1: What is construction?
Host: Flannery
Info: Hear from our employers and training providers about the wide range of careers in the construction sector and how you can apply for these opportunities. You can find out how you can gain the skills to progress in this sector. .Choose from:
1) Flannery offering job/apprenticeship
2) Keltbray offering job/apprenticeship
3) STC Group offering training & support through their 13 week multi-trade study programme
🕑: 10:50 AM - 11:20 AM
Session 2: What skills and training do I need?
Host: Oaklands College
Info: Our speakers will share their journeys into the field and the training they offer. You can also hear from their apprentices. Choose from one of three sessions:
1) Oaklands College offering training & support
2) Skillspire offering training & support
3) NLA information about opportunities in the Built Environment
🕑: 11:25 AM - 11:55 AM
Session 3: I'm interested, what do I do next?
Host: Federation of Master Builders
Info: If you want to understand how you make a move into the construction sector, you can explore your next steps. Choose from one of three sessions:
1) FMB offering training & support
2) Transport for London job/apprenticeships
3) NCC offering training & support
Afternoon Event
🕑: 01:00 PM - 01:15 PM
Welcome
Info: Welcome to City Hall!
In this introduction session we'll give you tips on how to get the most out of the afternoon session, encouraging you to attend your pre-booked sessions and to use your in-person application slot.
There are 3 sessions running in the morning and during each time slot you need to choose which employer or training provider you want to see.
🕑: 01:15 PM - 01:45 PM
Session 1: What is construction?
Host: Lee Marley
Info: Hear from our employers and training providers about the wide range of careers in the construction sector and how you can apply for these opportunities You can find how you can gain the skills to progress in this sector. Choose from one of three sessions:
1) Lee Marley offering training in bricklaying and scaffolding
2) Mount Anvil offering job opportunities
3) LMAC promoting apprenticeships and work experience in property refurbishment services and installation of fire safety systems
🕑: 01:50 PM - 02:20 PM
Session 2: What skills and training do I need?
Host: STC Group
Info: Our speakers will share their journeys into the field and the training they offer. You can also hear form their apprentices. Choose from one of three sessions:
1) STC Group offering training & support
2) FMB offering training & support
3) Thames Water offering job/apprenticeship opportunities
🕑: 02:25 PM - 02:55 PM
Session 3: I'm interested, what do I do next?
Host: TfL
Info: If you want to understand how you make a move into the construction sector, you can explore your next steps. Choose from one of three sessions:
1) TfL offering jobs/apprenticeships
2) Barratt London promoting brick and carpentry apprenticeships and degree apprenticeships in construction management, commercial and technical design for 2027
3) Morgan Sindall offering job/apprenticeship opportunities
Application Support
🕑: 10:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Application support with Colleges
Host: Southbank Colleges
Info: Throughout the day during both the morning and afternoon events there will be an opportunity to book a one-to-one session for students with employers, colleges and training providers. Please book a time during the morning or afternoon session.
🕑: 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Application support with Independent Training Providers (ITPs)
Host: Skillspire
Info: Throughout the day during both the morning and afternoon events there will be an opportunity to book a one-to-one session for students with employers, colleges and training providers. Please book a time during the morning or afternoon session.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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