Meet the CIOB 2026

Join us and discover how CIOB supports its members. Light refreshments, exhibition stands, & networking are offered.

Discover, Learn and be Inspired!

Meet the CIOB is a unique platform for professionals, next generation of construction talent and aspiring construction enthusiasts to connect.

Network with CIOB Members, the NI Hub Committee, Tomorrow's Leaders Champions, regional CIOB Staff and explore over 30 Exhibitors

This is an open house event offering a unique opportunity for guests to learn, network, connect and link up with construction professions. Iincluding a wide range of exhibitors and the opportunity to join the presentation session where an expert panel of CIOB Speakers will inform the audience on a range of topics such as Membership, Pathways to Chartership, Company Membership, Training Partners, Tomorrow's Leaders, Policy and Public Affairs.

Attend the morning presentation session, when key speakers will cover a wide range of topics to spot light the CIOB, and address topics such as 'Construction as a Career Choice', 'Skills Required', 'Sustainability in NI Construction' and hear from a panel of experts on 'EDI in Construction'. In addition, hear from a panel of experts on 'EDI in NI Construction' Including a few key speakers and expert panel discussions.

Speakers

Yvonne Conway FCIOB Chair of the NI Hub, Duane McCreadie Vice Chair of the NI Hub, Sarah Hallinan Regional Manager Ireland, Jenna Bell, Business Development Manager Ireland, Joseph Kilroy Public & Policy Manager Scotland & Ireland. Ashley Roberts MCIOB Tomorrow's Leaders Representative, Mark Harrison, Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Transformation and Amanda Williams Head of Environment Sustainability at the CIOB.

Agenda

Light refreshments will be served throughout the morning

From 08.00 Registration, tea, coffee, pastries and visiting exhibition stands

11.00 – 11.10 Welcome and Celebrating NI Construction Industry
Yvonne Conway FCIOB, NI Hub Committee Chair

11.10 – 11.20 CIOB Membership and Membership Pathways
Sarah Hallinan, Regional Manager Ireland

11.20 – 11.30 CIOB Company Membership and Case Study
Jenna Bell, Business Development Manager Ireland

11.30 – 11.40 CIOB’s Policy Work in NI & attitudes to Construction as a Career
Joseph Kilroy, Policy & Public Affairs Manager Ireland

11.40 – 11.50 Pick Construction as your Career Choice
Duane McCreadie FCIOB, NI Hub Vice Chair

11.50 - 12.00 Meet the Tomorrow’s Leaders
Ashley Roberts MCIOB, Tomorrow’s Leaders Rep

12.00 – 12.10 Careers in Construction and Skills Required (HAYS)

2.10 – 12.20 Sustainability & the Construction Industry
Amanda Williams, CIOB Head of Environmental Sustainability

12.20 – 12.50 EDI in Northern Ireland Construction hosted by Yvonne Conway FCIOB, NI Hub Committee ChairMark Harrison, Head of EDI Transformation
Womenstec
Now Group

12.50 – 13.00 Q&A and closing address by Yvonne Conway FCIOB

You will:

• Meet the Northern Ireland Hub Committee in person.

• Meet the local Tomorrow's Leader's Representative and Champions.

• Learn how to take full advantage of your membership.

• Attend Individual and Company Membership Clinics.

• How to upgrade your existing membership.

• Mentoring Service, PR Support and workshops available.

• Learn about the resources available to CIOB members.

• Learn how to become a member of the CIOB.

• The CIOB Academy and webinars available to members.

• CIOB Assist and the support for members available.

• NI Hub Event's in 2026.

Membership Enquiries

If you have a membership query and require support on the day, please talk to one of our staff members who will be located on the CIOB stands.

Ticket Price: Free for CIOB & Non-Members (optional suggested £5 donation to Assist - please see below).

The CIOB Assist Programme

This event is free to attend for members, with optional donation to CIOB Assist

optional donation to CIOB Assist

Now more than ever, we need your support. Thank you for your generosity.

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Contact

For further information please contact:

Julie Fitzsimmons, CIOB Member Services and Event Coordinator

E: jfitzsimmons@ciob.org.uk

T: 07760164101

How can we help you get the most out of this event? We want to ensure accessibility for all of our members. Please contact us in confidence prior to attendance and we will do our best to answer any questions and support any additional needs you may have.