We’re thrilled to announce that Samaritans has joined Constructing Excellence as National Members. Samaritans is the charity that prevents suicide through the power of human connection. Every 10 … Continue reading “New Member: Samaritans”
On 24 September 2026 the Constructing Excellence Climate Action Group session explored how Passive House principles can move beyond sustainability ambition to deliver practical, affordable and high-performing buildings. Two contrasting … Continue reading “Climate Action Group – exploring award winning projects”
The latest Construction Client Leadership Group Client Forum brought together construction clients and industry partners to explore two practical ways to improve outcomes: using evidence to target social value and … Continue reading “CCLG Client Forum: Turning Better Conversations into Better Outcomes”
The CE Procurement Group explored how artificial intelligence is already changing construction procurement, but the strongest theme was not technology itself; it was the impact on people. Speakers looked at … Continue reading “AI in construction procurement”
Constructing Excellence’s AI Programme continued with a thought-provoking discussion delivered in collaboration with ARCOM, the Association of Researchers in Construction Management, bringing together academic insight and industry experience to explore … Continue reading “Building Better with AI: Why Human Judgement Still Matters”
We are delighted to welcome Constructing Change as national members of Constructing Excellence. Constructing Change is proud to be part of Constructing Excellence, bringing together organisations that are passionate about … Continue reading “New Member: Constructing Change”
We are delighted to welcome Planyard as National Constructing Excellence members. Planyard provides construction cost control software for main contractors and specialist subcontractors. We connect budgeting, procurement, subcontractor payments and … Continue reading “New Member: Planyard”
The Government’s Call for Evidence on a Strategy for the Built Environment Professions, Trades and Occupations closes on 12 August 2026 and will inform a new national strategy aimed at … Continue reading “Skills, Competence and Culture: Helping Shape the Future of the Built Environment”
Sentiment across the nine regions is best described as cautiously positive. A strong pipeline of major projects and high levels of regional engagement are being balanced against persistent structural pressures, … Continue reading “Constructing Excellence Regional Partnership: State of the Nation – July 2026”
As artificial intelligence becomes embedded in construction, the sector faces a critical challenge: how to harness its potential while keeping people, accountability and professional judgement at the centre of decision-making. … Continue reading “Building trust in AI: why construction needs clear ethical guardrails”