Bridging the Gap: Shaping the Future of the Built Environment

Summary

Please note: this event is for over 18’s only.

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), in partnership with SAICE PMB Future Leader Panel, invites industry leaders, professionals, and final-year students to a collaborative knowledge-sharing event focused on driving impact across the built environment sector.

Together, we aim to strengthen connections between academia and industry, preparing the next generation of built environment professionals while addressing some of the most pressing challenges in the sector.

Key Themes:

· Skills Gap: Exploring industry needs and how to bridge the disconnect between education and practical requirements.

· Employability: Equipping emerging professionals with tools, insights, and strategies to thrive in the workplace.

· Career Path Education: Unpacking the wide range of career trajectories across construction, project management, sustainability, digital innovation, and more.

· Importance of getting registered professionally and benefits of being a member of a VA (CIOB & SAICE).

What to Expect:

· Technical talks by experienced industry leaders, including a speaker from one of the event sponsors

· Spotlight on career opportunities and sector-specific growth areas

· Speed mentoring sessions connecting students with professionals for guidance and inspiration.

· Networking opportunities to foster collaboration and mentorship

This event is a platform to build relationships, exchange knowledge, and collectively shape a more inclusive and future-ready built environment.

Members: gain 3 CIOB CPD points when you reflect on the ethical aspects of your learning from this activity.

Contact

Zakowethu Lamani
Member Services & Events Coordinator
ZLamani@ciob.org