IN A joint effort, Scottish construction companies are launching the Build Your Future initiative, organised by the West Lothian Construction Forum. The pilot program, set to inspire school students to explore careers in the industry, involves 60 pupils from Armadale Academy. Taylor Roofs, McIntyre Masonry, Newtown Renovations, Land Technology, and J. Sives Surfacing are among the participating businesses, showcasing traditional skills on January 30.
The West Lothian Construction Forum, led by Chairman Jamie Taylor, underscores the program’s significance in preserving traditional skills and providing insights into construction careers for young people. Taylor expresses the need to keep these skills alive and emphasises the importance of giving students an overview of the construction industry and potential careers.
Jamie Taylor, Chairman of the West Lothian Construction Forum, highlights the initiative’s importance: “Our main aim with this change was to create an inclusive, welcoming, balanced work environment that maintains the well-being and job satisfaction of our high-calibre team.”
The Build Your Future initiative aligns with the Forum’s vision, promoting growth, collaboration, and skills development in West Lothian’s construction sector. Jamie Taylor, passionate about industry growth, highlights the positive impact the Forum can have on the future of West Lothian’s construction industry. He believes that with Forum members’ support, positive changes can be brought about.
Jamie Taylor emphasises the need to keep traditional skills alive: “It’s vital that we try our hardest to keep the traditional skills alive. The idea behind this program is that we give the youngsters an insight into construction and what a career in the industry might look for them.”
The program aims to run more such days in collaboration with businesses in the sector, intending to make a positive impact on West Lothian’s construction industry’s future. John McKinney, Scottish Traditional Building Forum co-ordinator, emphasises the initiative’s goal of raising awareness about diverse careers in construction for young people across Scotland.
John McKinney, Scottish Traditional Building Forum co-ordinator, highlights the aim of Build Your Future: “Not many young people have the opportunity to receive insights into construction to help them make their career decisions, and Build Your Future is delivered to give young people that insight to help them in their career choices.”
Aiming to inspire young minds and promote careers in the construction industry, Scottish construction companies have joined hands for the Build Your Future initiative. Organised by the West Lothian Construction Forum, this pilot program involves 60 pupils from Armadale Academy, set to explore careers in construction.
Participating businesses, including Taylor Roofs, McIntyre Masonry, Newtown Renovations, Land Technology, and J. Sives Surfacing, will showcase traditional skills on January 30. Chairman Jamie Taylor leads the West Lothian Construction Forum, highlighting the initiative’s significance in preserving traditional skills and providing insights into construction careers for young people.
Jamie Taylor emphasises the need to keep traditional skills alive: “It’s vital that we try our hardest to keep the traditional skills alive. The idea behind this program is that we give the youngsters an insight into construction and what a career in the industry might look for them.”
The Build Your Future initiative aligns with the Forum’s vision, fostering growth, collaboration, and skills development in West Lothian’s construction sector.
Jamie Taylor, Chairman of the West Lothian Construction Forum, highlights the initiative’s importance: “Our main aim with this change was to create an inclusive, welcoming, balanced work environment that maintains the well-being and job satisfaction of our high-calibre team.”
Passionate about industry growth, Jamie Taylor sees the positive impact the Forum can have on West Lothian’s construction industry’s future. The program aims to collaborate with more businesses in the sector, intending to make a positive impact on West Lothian’s construction industry’s future.
John McKinney, Scottish Traditional Building Forum co-ordinator, highlights the aim of Build Your Future: “Not many young people have the opportunity to receive insights into construction to help them make their career decisions, and Build Your Future is delivered to give young people that insight to help them in their career choices.”
John McKinney, Scottish Traditional Building Forum co-ordinator, underscores the initiative’s goal of raising awareness about diverse careers in construction for young people across Scotland. The Build Your Future program is a step towards this goal, offering valuable insights to help students make informed career choices.
