Networking In Person

Mentor Speed Date: Building Connections in the Built Environment

by CIOB Sub-Saharan Africa

Event details

  • Durban University of Technology, Durban
  • 09 May 2026
  • 08:00 AM - 03:00 PM SAST

Event fees

CIOB member

Free

Non-member

Free

Summary

A collaborative event by SACPCMP & CIOB, hosted by Durban University of Technology.

Join us for Mentor Speed Date, an exciting morning of connection, guidance, and inspiration for emerging professionals in the built environment. This unique event brings together students, young professionals, and seasoned experts from across the construction and built environment sectors in a fast-paced, face-to-face format designed to spark meaningful professional relationships.

Whether you're looking for career advice, industry insights, or just want to expand your network, this event is your chance to engage directly with professionals from SACPCMP (South African Council for the Project and Construction Management Professions) and the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).

What to Expect

  • A series of short, focused one-on-one mentoring conversations
  • Opportunities to meet professionals from a wide range of disciplines
  • A relaxed and interactive environment to ask questions, gain career insights, and make connections
  • Light refreshments and networking

Who Should Attend?

  • University students studying construction, project management, quantity surveying, architecture, civil engineering, and related fields
  • Recent graduates and emerging professionals in the built environment
  • Industry professionals keen to give back and mentor the next generation

Why Attend?

  • Discover career paths and professional development opportunities
  • Get real-world advice from experienced mentors
  • Build relationships that could shape your future in the industry

All attendees must be aged 18 or over.

Contact

Ntando Teddy Khuzwayo

Membership and Education Lead

[email protected]


How can we help you get the most out of this event? We want to ensure accessibility for all of our members. Don't hesitate to get in touch with us in confidence before attendance and we will do our best to answer any questions and support any additional needs you may have.