Insights from our people

Building growth means building opportunity 

Why technical education, apprenticeships and public procurement need to be joined up, practical and shared.

Quincy Acquah: From Royal Engineers to Building Manager

Quincy Acquah

We speak with Quincy Acquah, Building Manager and former Warrant Officer Class 1 in the Royal Engineers, to hear about his transition into construction

Defence estates – from strategy to delivery

Keith Yarham

As investment in defence infrastructure grows, so too does the conversation.

Coastal regeneration in practice: turning investment into lasting change

David Atkinson

David Atkinson, Director of Development and Investment at Willmott Dixon Developments, reflects on a UKREiiF 2026 discussion exploring how coastal communities can turn government investment into long-term regeneration, and the role partnerships, local leadership and placemaking will play in delivering lasting change.

Neighbourhood health rebuild: Turning NHS policy into delivery

Chris Wheeler

Chris Wheeler, National Head of Land & Development at Willmott Dixon Developments, joined a panel at UKREiiF to explore the opportunities and challenges presented by the NHS Neighbourhood Health programme.

Partnership, delivery and long-term thinking: reflections from UKREiiF 2026

Stewart Brundell

Stewart Brundell, Chief Operating Officer at Willmott Dixon Construction, shares his reflections from UKREiiF 2026.

Reflections on DPRTE 2026 and the opportunity for UK Defence

Keith Yarham

Keith Yarham reflections from DPRTE 2026 show a defence sector energised by opportunity and aligned behind common goals

Built to Last: Sustainability’s Business Case in Turbulent Times

JULIE HIRIGOYEN

Julie Hirigoyen tackles the energy challenges facing our country in the current geopolitical uncertainty, and how 75% of C-suite leaders rate sustainability as a top priority

How the New Hospital Programme could reshape the delivery of major infrastructure

Anastasia chrysafi

The Hospital 2.0 Alliance is the most significant shift in UK healthcare infrastructure procurement in a generation, as Anastasia Chrysafi explains

The UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard Is Here: Are You Ready?

FRANCESCA WILKINSON

Francesca Wilkinson explains how the new standard she helped create will reshape how buildings are designed, specified and delivered

Own Your Career - Why Agency Matters More Than Ever

SARAH FRASER

For National Careers Week, our head of social value Sarah Fraser explores how personal belief can transform any career journey.

Building futures with apprenticeships

Kate JANSEN

The construction and property solutions industry is facing a major skills gap, making it more important than ever to attract talent from diverse backgrounds