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Chaired by Alex Small of Tata Steel, this group is looking at how we can best leverage the knowledge that sits throughout the supply chain and the manufacturing base to add more value to projects and programmes. Constructing Excellence is delighted to welcome Sarah Laing-Gibbens, Head of Construction Procurement at the Department for Education, for a 90-minute online session with the Offsite Manufacturing & Technology Group. Sarah will provide insights into the Department for Education’s approach to Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) and industrialised construction, exploring how these principles are being embedded within the DfE’s new construction framework. The session will examine the role of standardisation, platform approaches, and modern methods of construction in driving greater efficiency, quality, sustainability, and value across the education estate. This interactive session offers a valuable opportunity to hear directly from one of the sector’s leading clients, understand the ambitions behind the new framework, and discuss the future of industrialised construction with peers from across the industry. Join us on Tuesday 22nd September for what promises to be an informative and engaging discussion   This event provides Constructing Excellence National members with CPD in partnership with BRE Academy.

When: Thursday 24 September 2026, 09:10 to 10:40 BST Join BREEAM Infrastructure at ICE Resilient Transport 2026 BRE is sponsoring the inaugural ICE Resilient Transport Conference in Manchester and hosting a panel session on the morning of Day 2: Are we measuring resilience too late? What 20 years of infrastructure assessments tell us. Chaired by Melanie Manton, Global Business Development Manager for BREEAM Infrastructure, the panel draws on two decades of infrastructure sustainability and resilience assessment through BREEAM Infrastructure (formerly CEEQUAL). Panellists will debate whether resilience is still addressed too late in the project lifecycle, how clients, designers, contractors and supply chains can embed it earlier in procurement and design, and the skills the next generation of infrastructure professionals will need. Panellists: Ian Slesser, Deputy Director BPS Operations and Product, BRE Alistair Kean, Director for Sustainability, COWI Professor Perry Shard, Head of Quality, John Sisk & Son Grace McCormack, Senior Sustainability Consultant, Jacobs Swati Singh, Energy and Sustainability Global Lead, CBRE Global Workplace Solutions View the full conference programme and register with ICE This event is for infrastructure clients, designers, contractors, sustainability leads and procurement professionals working to deliver resilient, sustainable transport infrastructure. Get in touch about the session Book Now

Construction and the built environment have a huge role to play in tackling the climate crisis and delivering high quality sustainable buildings and infrastructure. It is a key concern for all built environment stakeholders and influences decision-making in all areas of the asset life cycle from design, procurement, construction and operation. Join the Constructing Excellence Climate Action group for their next meeting on Wednesday 24th September, more information to follow shortly. This event provides Constructing Excellence National members with CPD in partnership with BRE Academy.

When: Wednesday 30 September, 2026 6:00pm BST Join us at the BREEAM Awards 2026 The 2026 BREEAM Awards ceremony will take place on Wednesday 30 September at the Peninsula Hotel, London. The black-tie dinner with a drinks reception will start at 6pm (BST) and offer opportunities for both celebration and networking. The BREEAM Awards recognise the people, projects and organisations around the world that are leading the way in sustainable building design, development and management. Winners are selected by an independent judging panel and represent the best in sustainable practices, the contribution to people’s well-being and the protection of natural resources. Find out more about the BREEAM Awards 2026 Interested in sponsoring? Elevate your brand: increase your organisation’s visibility among industry leaders and decision-makers at this globally recognised event. Network with the best: build powerful partnerships by engaging with innovators, pioneers and sustainability champions. Amplify your impact: Demonstrate your commitment to sustainability by supporting leading-edge innovation and best practices. This event is for sustainability and environmental managers, bid and framework managers preparing tender responses, commercial and operations directors at tier 1-3 contractors, and supply chain professionals navigating responsible sourcing requirements. Get in touch about the BREEAM Awards 2026Book Now

Join the CE Embedding Digital Group on Thursday 1st October for an insightful session delving into digital strategies and techniques in construction. More information to follow shortly. This event provides Constructing Excellence National members with CPD in partnership with BRE Academy.  

When: Wednesday 7 October, 2026 11:00am BST Savills reports that investment in UK build to rent reached a record £5.3bn in 2025. However, attracting funding remains challenging, and investors and lenders want clear evidence that a proposed scheme will perform over the long term.* This webinar will look at what funders consider when assessing build to rent developments and how sustainability performance can affect their decisions. Our speakers will discuss how independent assessment gives investors greater confidence, how the UK compares with other European markets and how BREEAM UK New Construction: Residential can help developers provide credible evidence of performance. By attending this webinar, you will: Understand what investors and lenders now ask for before they commit to a residential scheme Discover how BREEAM UK New Construction: Residential provides the verified evidence funders look for Explore where the UK sits against European markets that already price efficient and inefficient stock differently Learn practical steps to make the next scheme easier to fund Who should attend this webinar? This event is for investors, lenders and fund managers active in residential investment. It is also for build to rent developers and operators, for consultants and assessors advising on residential schemes and for local authority housing and regeneration teams. *Source: Savills, UK build to rent investment reaches record £5.3bn in 2025: Agenda What has changed: how investors and lenders now assess residential schemes Introducing BREEAM UK New Construction: Residential and the evidence it provides The cost of not being able to evidence performance Panel discussion and audience questions Panel   Host: Dan Asquith, Business Development Team Leader, Buildings and Infrastructure, BRE Brendan Geraghty, CEO, The Association for Rental Living (ARL) Ivan Rodriguez, Sustainability Director, Property Funds, Bridges Fund Management Book Now

Chaired by Simon Cross of KPMG, the Performance Measurement group will be meeting on Tuesday 13th October for a productive online discussion focussed on performance measurement across the construction industry. Further details to follow shortly. This event provides Constructing Excellence National members with CPD in partnership with BRE Academy.  

***This event is invite only***   The Constructing Excellence Major Projects group brings together industry members to drill into the challenges and opportunities of major projects to facilitate productivity improvements and build on their potential to act as live learning environments. Join us on Thursday 15th October, for a session with the group chair, Malcolm Lewis, Cost and Commercial Director, Great Grid Partnership, National Grid. More information to follow shortly. This event provides Constructing Excellence National members with CPD in partnership with BRE Academy.   ***This event is invite only***  

***This event is for Clients only- get in touch to find out more***   The Construction Clients Leadership Group (CCLG) is the trusted voice of construction clients—championing best practice, driving innovation, and delivering exceptional value. With membership accessible to organisations of every size, CCLG empowers clients to shape the future of the built environment. Join us on Thursday 15th October, for the CCLG Health, Safety & Wellbeing Forum. Further details to follow. This event provides Constructing Excellence National members with CPD in partnership with BRE Academy.   ***This event is for Clients only- get in touch to find out more***  

When: Thursday 22 October, 2026 11:30am BST Refurbishment and fit out projects present one of the greatest opportunities to improve the environmental performance of existing buildings. As organisations look to extend asset life, reduce carbon emissions and create healthier, more resilient spaces, sustainable refurbishment has become an essential part of delivering a lower-carbon built environment. Join this webinar to explore how BREEAM Refurbishment and Fit Out V7 supports more sustainable refurbishment and interior fit out projects. We’ll examine how the updated standards help project teams make informed decisions throughout the design, construction and post-refurbishment stages, enabling better environmental, social and commercial outcomes. Through expert insight and practical discussion, you’ll discover how BREEAM Refurbishment and Fit Out V7 provides a flexible framework for improving energy efficiency, reducing environmental impact and creating higher-performing spaces that deliver lasting value for owners, occupiers and investors. What will attendees gain? Understand how BREEAM Refurbishment and Fit Out V7 supports more sustainable refurbishment and fit out projects. Learn how refurbishment can improve building performance while extending asset life and reducing environmental impact. Explore the differences between BREEAM Refurbishment V7 and BREEAM Fit Out V7, and when each should be applied. Discover how the schemes support better decision-making throughout the design, construction and post-refurbishment phases. Participate in a live discussion and Q&A with industry experts. Who should attend this webinar? This webinar is ideal for developers, building owners, asset managers, architects, designers, project managers, contractors, sustainability professionals, BREEAM assessors and organisations delivering refurbishment or fit out projects. Agenda Welcome and introduction Why refurbishment is central to a sustainable built environment Introducing BREEAM Refurbishment and Fit Out V7 Understanding the two standards: Refurbishment and Fit Out Practical applications and project benefits Live Q&A Panel   Host: James Fisher, Head of Strategic Partnerships & Client Specification, BRE Dee Korab, Head...

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When: Friday 6 November, 2026 2:00 PM Curious about BREEAM but not sure where to start? Join us for a free CPD session at Kings Place, London, a BREEAM Excellent-rated building, designed for graduates and career professionals who want a clear, practical route into understanding BREEAM schemes. What you’ll get The who, what, why and where of BREEAM: how the scheme works and what it means in practice An introduction to the BREEAM Assessor and BREEAM AP learning pathway, and how to get started Net zero carbon: how BREEAM is adapting to the industry’s biggest challenge A first look at upcoming BRE Academy short courses Direct access to BRE scientists and senior BRE Academy team members Who it’s for This session is aimed at sustainability and environmental consultants, graduates and career professionals in the built environment. On the day Led by Megan Tomlinson, BRE Academy Technical Trainer, this session will bring together practical guidance and real BREEAM examples, delivered by the experts behind the standard. After the session, attendees will be invited to stay for informal networking session, accompanied by refreshments. CPD & certification This is an industry recognised CPD certified session. All attendees will receive a BRE Academy certificate of attendance. Spaces are limited, so register today to secure your place.

The Constructing Excellence Procurement Group, chaired by Rebecca Rees, brings together a highly knowledgeable group of our members who are committed to delivering better procurement. Rebecca is a partner and Head of Public Procurement at the international law firm, Trowers & Hamlins, and is a leading national expert in public procurement law, consistently ranked as among the world’s leading government contracts lawyers. Join us on Wednesday 11th November for another interesting session, more details to follow shortly. This event provides Constructing Excellence National members with CPD in partnership with BRE Academy.