G4C is made up of regional hubs from across the country, led by Regional Chairs who direct activities at a local/regional level. These activities are overseen Nationally by the G4C National Chairs who engage with the regional committees to drive forward the network and continue to provide opportunities for the younger generation of construction to find camaraderie, share ideas and use the network as a platform for getting their voices heard in industry.
The G4C network is an opportunity to be at the forefront of innovative industry thinking and best practice in the sector.
To find out which regions we cover, visit our Get Involved page.
G4C Chairs
Jack Cook
I joined the industry straight from leaving school when I was 16 and undertook a joinery apprenticeship with F.Parkinson Ltd. After completing my joinery apprenticeship, I continued to work on site while undertaking an HNC in construction. After completing my HNC I was afforded the opportunity, to take on a new role working as a trainee estimator in the Manchester office. After completing an internal training plan, I was successfully promoted to my current role as construction estimator working for the same company I started with back when I was 16. What an journey!
I joined G4C because I feel our industry and especially the apprenticeship route is undervalued as a whole and I wanted to join the Generation For Change campaign to give the next generation a voice and showcase how wonderful our industry is. In my role as the chair I hope to try and engage with as many people as possible in the North West and across the country and hopefully showcase how important the next generation is to the future of our industry.
In my spare time I am a massive football and Bolton Wanderers fan and I enjoy attending the matches with my Dad. I also love engaging and socialising with friends and the G4C family.
Jack Cook
G4C National Co-Chair
I joined the industry straight from leaving school when I...
Sandra Janik
Sandra is currently holding the role of a Project Manager (Real Estate) at Turner & Townsend, a global consultancy company that serves clients in real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources sectors. Her career journey commenced in the realm of architecture, leading to acquisition of a Bachelor’s degree from Manchester School of Architecture.
Sandra’s passion for shaping environments prompted her transition into project management. With a dedicated focus on the healthcare industry, Sandra is committed to reshaping the landscape of healthcare facilities in the UK. She firmly believes in the transformative power of well-designed spaces to enhance the quality of healthcare services. Sandra was involved in several notable schemes in her architectural and project management endeavours, including the Greater Manchester Major Trauma Hospital, a new trauma hospital designed to ensure patients with life-threatening injuries receive a timely treatment. She is now involved in Wave0 and Wave 1b portfolio programme delivery for the New Hospital Programme (NHP), a UK government initiative to rebuild and modernize hospitals across the country.
Recognised in 2023 as the New Professional of the Year for the North West region, Sandra has also supported the Save Construction Initiative ‘’Not Just Men in Muddy Boots’’ with the aim to support tackling skills shortage and promote careers in construction. Advocating for greater diversity and career accessibility within the sector.
Sandra Janik
G4C National Co-Chair
Sandra is currently holding the role of a Project Manager...
