BRE Academy Roadshow 2026/27: Bridging the UK Construction Skills Gap
When: Tuesday 13 October, 2026 10:00am BST
Connect with the Next Generation of Built Environment Talent
The UK construction industry is facing an urgent skills challenge.
Increasing regulatory requirements, an ageing workforce and growing demand for expertise in building safety, sustainability and digital construction have created significant skills shortages across the sector.
Join BRE Academy’s national roadshow and become part of the conversation shaping the future workforce.
Bringing together employers, educators, students and early-career professionals, our roadshow offers a unique platform to showcase your organisation, raise awareness of career opportunities and engage directly with the talent pipeline that will drive the industry forward.
Why Exhibit?
This is more than a careers event.
As an exhibitor, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Position your organisation as a leader committed to addressing the UK skills gap
- Engage directly with students, graduates and early-career professionals interested in the built environment
- Promote graduate schemes, apprenticeships and entry-level opportunities
- Network with industry peers, educators and key stakeholders
- Contribute to important discussions around future skills, competence and workforce development
- Increase your brand visibility through BRE Academy’s marketing channels
Who Should Exhibit?
We welcome organisations from across the built environment, including:
- Main contractors
- Architects and architectural practices
- BIM and digital construction consultants
- Sustainability and BREEAM consultants
- Fire safety and building safety specialists
- Engineering consultancies
- Project management firms
- ESG and net zero specialists
- Developers and asset owners
- Professional bodies and training providers
Exhibitor Package
£500 per event or £800 for both locations
Your package includes:
- Dedicated tabletop exhibition space
- Lunch and refreshments for attending representatives
- Promotion across BRE Academy email campaigns and social media channels
- Access to all speaker sessions and networking activities
- Opportunities to connect with future talent and industry peers
- Inclusion in event materials and exhibitor communications
Event Locations
London
- Kings Place, London, October 13, 10am to 3:30pm
Leeds
- The Royal Armouries, Leeds, February 2, 10am to 3:30pm
Choose the location that best suits your organisation or maximise your reach by attending both events.
Event Agenda Highlights
Throughout the day, exhibitors will participate in conversations around:
- The construction skills crisis and future workforce planning
- Sustainability, BREEAM and net zero skills
- Digital construction, BIM, AI and emerging technologies
- Building safety, competence and regulatory change
Dedicated networking sessions and exhibition periods are built into the agenda to maximise engagement with attendees.
Why Partner with BRE Academy?
BRE Academy is a trusted leader in built environment education and competence development.
By exhibiting, you’ll align your organisation with an industry-leading initiative focused on creating a safer, more sustainable and future-ready built environment.
Together, we can help bridge the UK construction skills gap.
Reserve Your Exhibitor Space
Places are limited.
Register your interest today to secure your preferred location.