Northern Counties Builders Federation (NCBF)

👀 A little teaser from our Building Your Future event with Darlington College. Full video coming soon. Angela Carney Tony Kay Chris Morris VEST Construction (LIVECO Ltd) Gary Brannighan Hodgson Sayers Ltd Andy Preston Neil Ramsey Ken Parkin Tim Barrett Tristan Davison David Roberts video credit: Bradley O'Mahoney

Ditch the pointless degrees and grab a construction apprenticeship - before it’s too late! That’s my advice to young people who want a high-paying career that AI can’t make redundant. University definitely has its place, but far too many teenagers drift into useless courses, only to graduate with massive debts and a low paid job. All that’s happening when there’s a colossal, irreversible jobs boom in UK construction - offering big salaries and super-fast career progression. It’s time we stopped misleading our young people and started championing construction as a brilliant career path that boosts both their futures and our economy. I’m on a mission to make that happen. What do you think? It was a privilege to visit Darlington College for the Northern Counties Builders Federation (NCBF) event - they showed just how exciting the opportunities in construction are! Special thanks to the following amazing people: Angela Carney Luke Gate Chris Morris Sarah O'Mahoney MCIM

Today we held our Building Your Future event at Darlington College. The aim of the campaign is to connect employers in the North East construction sector with trade students preparing to enter the workforce. It is part of a wider campaign that seeks to bridge the skills gap in the region’s construction industry. With over 250,000 new construction workers needed nationally by 2028, NCBF’s ‘Building Your Future’ campaign is a key initiative designed to directly address the shortage. The day commenced with a welcome from Angela Carney, president of Northern Counties Builders Federation (NCBF) and Luke Gate, head of construction at Darlington College. This was followed by Chris Morris, junior vice president of Northern Counties Builders Federation (NCBF) and company secretary at Compass Developments (NE) Ltd, who discussed the crucial role apprentices play at his firm. Employers then had the chance to tour the carpentry & joinery, electrical, bricklaying and plumbing workshops and meet the apprentices. Thank you to politician, Andy Preston for his support and to the many employers who attended this morning's event. Carney Consultancy Ltd, Wharton Construction Compass Developments (NE) Ltd Angela Carney VEST Construction (LIVECO Ltd) Hodgson Sayers Ltd True North Construction Neil Ramsey Tony Kay David Roberts Willmott Dixon Bradley O'Mahoney @North Yorkshire Highways and many more! Stuart Miller Matthew McCarrick Ken Parkin Tim Barrett

Building the Future at Darlington College! We had the pleasure of hosting the Building Your Future event today in partnership with Northern Counties Builders Federation (NCBF)! This event connected leading employers—including Willmott Dixon, Wharton Construction, and North Yorkshire Highways—with our talented students eager to take their first steps into the construction industry. The day kicked off with a warm welcome from Angela Carney, President of NCBF, and Luke Gate, Curriculum Manager for Construction, followed by an insightful address from Chris Morris, Secretary Director at Compass Developments, highlighting the crucial role of apprenticeships. Employers had the chance to tour our Carpentry & Joinery, Electrical, Bricklaying, and Plumbing Workshops, network with industry peers, and discuss ways to bridge the skills gap in the region’s construction sector. A huge thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to inspiring the next generation of construction professionals! 👷♂️👷♀️ #BuildingYourFuture #ConstructionCareers #SkillsForSuccess #DarlingtonCollege #NCBF #DontJustLearnItLiveIt

We look forward to welcoming a range of construction companies to Darlington College tomorrow for our Building Your Future event. See you at 10.30am. ⏰ Angela Carney Chris Morris Sarah O'Mahoney MCIM Tony Kay

Our president, Angela Carney, chats to Bdaily. Angela reflects on her career, from her first role to the present day, highlighting the lessons she has learned from her personal and professional evolution. "Day to day, I manage our team and work with our customers on the demands of their health and safety requirements. "However, with my other hats on, I help organise school and college events to promote the construction industry to young people through various outlets and projects. "I also work with the industry on improving health and safety across the board through organisations such as The Lighthouse Club, Working Well Together North East and Constructing Excellence in the North East." https://lnkd.in/eG9eVy9p Leanne Conaway Chelsea Corbett Matthew McCarrick Tristan Davison Gavin Vest Chris Morris National Federation of Builders

True North Construction recently invited Catriona Lingwood, Angela Carney and Sarah O'Mahoney MCIM on a site tour to view a Passivhaus project, located in Tynemouth, which showcases outstanding sustainability and design. Built for a local entrepreneurial family of four, the house blends seamlessly into the area’s charm, while offering state-of-the-art, eco-friendly features – three bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen/living area, boot room, library, snug, office, utility room and balcony terrace. The entire timber frame had to be stick-built on site, which was an impressive achievement. The challenging site conditions, including narrow access points, required careful planning and precise execution. Despite these obstacles, the True North team efficiently constructed the frame, demonstrating remarkable skill and adaptability in overcoming the logistical challenges. The house boasts the following: 💡  Sustainability: The home incorporates an air source heat pump, PV panels, and a green sedum roof, maximizing energy efficiency and minimising its environmental impact. The installation of a Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) system ensures constant fresh air, enhancing indoor comfort while conserving energy. With an AH reading of 0.4 this certifies its label as certified Passivhaus.  🌊  Location, views & design: Situated on a 1/4-acre plot previously occupied by two houses, the new home takes full advantage of its beautiful views overlooking the North Sea and Tynemouth Priory. The design not only complements Tynemouth’s unique character but also celebrates its coastal surroundings with an eco-friendly, modern structure. Located behind Lola jeans just off the high street, it is situated in a super prime location and very sought after area of the North East. 👨👩👧👦  Client-centric approach: Designed and built for a young, local (two streets away) entrepreneurial couple with two children, the project’s emphasis on both aesthetics and function perfectly caters to the family's values of sustainability. Tayler Mitchell Leanne Conaway Chelsea Corbett Ken Parkin Tim Barrett

✨ Not long to wait! We hope you can join us on 05 March at Darlington College, as we host the next Building Your Future event. To book a space, please contact Angela Carney. True North Construction Sendrig Construction Limited Compass Developments (NE) Ltd Brims Construction Limited Hodgson Sayers Ltd VEST Construction (LIVECO Ltd) Wharton Construction Bespoke Concrete Carney Consultancy Ltd Brickwork Direct Ltd Classic Masonry Ltd FT Group McCarrick Construction MGM Construction Seymour Civil Engineering

We are very pleased to be a sponsor of the G4C North East Awards. There is still time to submit your entries 👇 Leanne Conaway Constructing Excellence in the North East

🔦 We love to shine the spotlight on our loyal members 🔦 This month we speak to Gary Brannighan, business development manager at Hodgson Sayers Ltd, who explores a range of topics and one of them is the skills gap. "Education and investment in technology are key. I don’t think the younger generation fully realises how much the construction sector has evolved and that’s a big part of our challenge. The old stereotype of construction being cold, dirty and low-skilled, just isn’t true anymore. We must champion and push for a modern and dynamic image to attract talent." https://lnkd.in/eNGy_UBG Angela Carney Tony Kay Neil Ramsey Ken Parkin Matthew McCarrick Chris Morris Catriona Lingwood Stuart Miller Bradley O'Mahoney