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From Apprentice to Associate Director: Joe Green on Building Control, Safety and Shaping Better Buildings

14 May, 2026

Joe Green MCABE C.Build E, Associate Director, Building Control (North) at Enevo, reflects on his journey into the profession, the challenges facing the sector under the Building Safety Act, and why practical experience and adaptability are key to a successful career in building control. Q. Have you always had an interest in construction/engineering? I’ve always been interested in how buildings work in practice, not just how they’re...

Outsmarting AI: How built environment educators are keeping learning on track

21 Apr, 2026

Universities across the UK are adapting fast to the rise of generative AI, which can now produce essays, design concepts and technical outputs in seconds. For built environment disciplines, this presents a particular challenge: degrees must demonstrate not just knowledge, but judgement, accuracy and accountability. Over-reliance on AI risks undermining those core skills. Educators are converging on a clear position: AI should support...

RICS launches pilot for new data and analytics pathway

10 Apr, 2026

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has announced a new pilot programme introducing a data, analytics and intelligence pathway to chartered surveyor status. The initiative responds to increasing demand for professionals with advanced digital and data expertise across the built and natural environment sectors. Developed in collaboration with a cross-industry working group, the pathway is part of a wider RICS pilot exploring...

Vocational qualifications focus on the skills pipeline

25 Mar, 2026

The UK government’s latest reforms to post-16 education and skills are set to reshape how young people enter the construction industry – and could play a crucial role in tackling the sector’s persistent skills shortage. With £625 million committed to construction training and a target of 60,000 additional workers, the focus is firmly on strengthening the talent pipeline. This comes at a critical time, with skills shortages accounting for...

NI seeks Chair for Building Regulations Advisory Committee

12 Mar, 2026

The Department of Finance has opened applications for the role of Chair of the Northern Ireland Building Regulations Advisory Committee (NIBRAC). This is a key opportunity for experienced construction professionals to shape evidence-based building standards and influence the future of construction and design in Northern Ireland. The Chair will lead the Committee, coordinate advice to the Department, chair meetings, participate in...

Professionalism in building engineering under renewed scrutiny

20 Feb, 2026

The legacy of the Grenfell Tower tragedy continues to drive fundamental questions about professionalism in the built environment – and what it truly means to be a professional building engineer. Paul Morrell OBE, who led an independent government review into construction product testing after Grenfell, argues in a recent article in Building Engineer that safety failures exposed deeper, long-standing weaknesses in professional culture...

CABE strengthens ties with University of Wolverhampton

23 Jan, 2026

In November, CABE signified its commitment to a continued partnership with the University of Wolverhampton by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) at the institution’s city campus. On 12 November, Richard Harral, CABE CEO, sat down with Professor Ebrahim Adia, Vice Chancellor of the university, alongside Kyran Sze, CABE Hong Kong Regional Chair, to sign the partnership certificate, followed by tours of the impressive City Campus and...

From inspiration to impact: a career built on safety

09 Jan, 2026

From early inspiration to industry leadership, Lydia Edwards reflects on a career dedicated to safer buildings — and explains why today’s engineers face a defining moment as building safety expectations continue to rise. Lydia Edwards is a Construction Design and Management (CDM) and Building Safety specialist, and a Chartered Fellow of CABE and IIRSM, as well as a Chartered Member of IOSH. Her career in construction and engineering was...

How to craft an efficient job search schedule

19 Dec, 2025

Embarking on a job search can be a daunting task, but with a well-structured plan and a disciplined approach, you can increase your chances of landing the perfect opportunity. In this blog post, we’ll explore how to create an effective job search schedule or strategy that maximises your efforts and leads you to success career. Before diving into the job search process, take the time to define your career goals and preferences....

Navigating criticism at work

21 Nov, 2025

Due to the complexity of engineering workloads, mistakes will inevitably be made which could lead to criticism from bosses and colleagues. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your career, how you handle feedback can significantly impact your growth, productivity, and team dynamics. Here are 10 top tips for handling criticism better in the workplace: The first step to taking criticism constructively is to reframe how...

Tomorrow’s Engineers Week 2025: building engineers urged to ‘dare to discover’

06 Nov, 2025

As Tomorrow’s Engineers Week 2025 kicks off across the UK next week, professionals in the building engineering sector are being encouraged to 'Dare to Discover' – to explore new ideas, technologies, and ways of working that will shape the future of sustainable construction and infrastructure. Now in its 13th year, Tomorrow’s Engineers Week (TEW) celebrates the people and innovations driving the nation’s engineering success. This year’s...

Nearly half of UK office workers plan to change careers in 2026

17 Oct, 2025

A “mass employee exodus” could be on the horizon for 2026 as almost half of UK office workers are planning a potential career change in the new year, the Global Payroll Alliance (GPA) has said. In a survey of over 2,500 UK office workers, it found that many are seeking greener pastures with better pay, better leaderships, and more promising career progression opportunities. Some key findings: 47% are planning a potential career...

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