1. Construction Skills in Northampton
Presentation by
Richard Nutt
CITB Advisor

2. Private housing and public non-housing is expected to grow in the 2017–2021 period, with an annual average rate of 0.1%. Structure plan shows over 30,000 new homes by 2021 and some 80,000 by 2030
Public non-housing sector projects in progress or in-plan include the University of Northampton’s new Waterside Campus, NCC offices, Police HQ Kettering, Rushden Retail Park, Numerous NHS/Schools projects, M1 Smart upgrade, Dirft Freight Depot (A43) and HS2 in the South of the County.

3. Construction Skills Northamptonshire
National large infrastructure projects draining local skills economy :- Cross Rail, Hinckley Point, HS2
Proximity to London and Birmingham also impacting
Brexit – migrant workers
Industry demographics – ageing workforce
Industry upskilling – workers need the correct qualifications to be on site
Resulting in
National and local skills shortages
Mismatch of skills in geographical areas
Higher wage costs as employers compete for a shrinking pool of workers

4. Construction Skills Jobs
Brick Trades
Roofing
Scaffolding
Electrical Trades
Plumbing
Wood Trades
Plasterers
Floorers
Painter & Decorators
Civil engineering operatives
Labouring
Steel Erectors
Plant Operators
Plant Engineers
Quantity Surveyor
Site Supervisors
Project Manager
Civil Engineers
Architects
Construction back office (IT/CAD/Accounts)
Rail workers

5. Access to Construction
Go Construct
Trades information and guidance
Skills quiz
School Careers resources to download
Construction Apprenticeships
CITB bconstructive – register and apply
Local Colleges – Fulltime FE or Apprenticeships
Find an apprenticeship
Local employer websites