BUILDING THE FUTURE MENTORING PROGRAMME

Connecting young people to
real careers in construction

The Building the Future Mentoring Programme pairs students with industry professionals, site visits, and hands-on challenges — giving the next generation a genuine pathway into the built environment.

OUR THEORY OF CHANGE
By the numbers

The programme in numbers

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schools engaged across the programme

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students reached through inspirational assemblies​

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students completing the full programme experience

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"They have not simply supported the programme — they have helped shape it."

United Infrastructure — Lead Industry Partner

Launch assembly

An inspiring session that opens students' eyes to what a career in construction can look like.

Weekly mentoring

Structured sessions covering careers, apprenticeships, employability, and leadership.

Industry exposure

Site visits, university experiences, and meet-the-professionals sessions.

Enterprise challenge

Teams solve real-world construction problems, building communication and leadership skills.

Celebration event

A showcase where students present their work and connect with industry leaders.

What it delivers

For students

  • Greater confidence and ambition
  • Clear understanding of career routes
  • Improved communication and teamwork

For schools

  • High-quality employer engagement
  • Enhanced careers provision
  • Stronger student progression outcomes

For employers

  • Direct access to future talent
  • Meaningful social value delivery
  • Influence over the future workforce