Construction

What's it all about?

Dynamite

Construction is a multi-billion pound industry that deals with developing the underlying structure of anything from a housing estate to the groundbreaking Eden Project. One in 14 of the UK's workforce is employed in construction (that's nearly two million people), and the task of building everything needed for the London 2012 Olympics will create approximately 33,500 additional jobs over the next few years.

Apprenticeships are a recognised and valued route of entry into construction. There are 38 different Apprenticeships covering a range of occupations, from groundworks and plant maintenance to civil engineering and joinery. No matter where you start your career, if you have the determination and are ready to work hard, there'll be plenty of scope to move up the career ladder. It's also worth noting that in the construction industry, more than 35% of people are their own boss and run their own company.

There's lots to choose from: if you're the sort who enjoys physical work, you could help lay the foundations of a 20-storey building; build scaffolding around a famous landmark due for restoration; plaster the interior of an office building; or maintain heavy plant. Those with a flair for organisation could help make sure projects run on time and within budget; liaise with suppliers; or assist a civil engineer with design plans - there are many places to put your creative skills to the test.

With a construction Apprenticeship, you could be working on various sites in your region and beyond - there are also plenty of opportunities to work abroad, as many of the largest construction companies operate around the world. Whatever profession you decide to pursue, you can count on the fact that your work will be used and admired by people for years to come. And there's always going to be a need for people to build and develop.

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