CIC Cascade

1 October 2004

1. Independent Trustees required for Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering
2. IT Construction Forum Intelligence Briefings
3. Thousands visit London construction sites at OpenSite weekend
4. Association of Building Engineers launches new scholarship
5. National Construction Recruitment Exhibition
6. Events

1. Independent Trustees required for Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering

The Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (IPHE) is seeking two Independent Trustees, one of whom will act as Chairperson, to join its Board of Trustees.

You will help formulate, monitor and review our strategic aims and ensure best practice in governance. As well as leading the Board, the Chairperson will work in partnership with the Chief Executive to help implement the strategic aims and optimise the relationship between the Trustees, the Institute’s permanent staff and local volunteers.

IPHE, founded in 1906, is a registered charity and a professional body of over 12,000 members.It has the support of over 250 companies and internationally, it currently acts as Secretariat to the World Plumbing Council.

Applications are invited from persons (not members of the IPHE) with an interest in public service and a passion for excellence. In the case of the Chairperson, we need someone who can demonstrate:

• Leadership skills gained in the community, business or workplace.
• Strong communication skills – working closely with a wide variety of organisations including government.
• An understanding of how to set clear objectives and monitor performance.

Appointments, which will commence in June 2005, are for up to three years. They are unpaid but expenses may be claimed. The commitment is approximately ten meetings a year.

If you feel you possess the necessary skills to help the Institute at the start of its second century, please write enclosing a CV to George Wingfield, the current Chairman of the Board, at the Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering, 64 Station Lane, Hornchurch, Essex, RM12 6NB, Tel: 01708 472791; Fax: 01708 448987; or for an informal discussion and/or information pack contact the Chief Executive Andy Watts email andyw@iphe.org.uk;

Further details can be found at www.iphe.org.uk. Closing date 15 December 2004.

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2. IT Construction Forum Intelligence Briefings

ITCF Intelligence is a weekly briefing designed to explain the opportunities and pitfalls presented by the use of IT and what they mean for construction. The programme is funded by the DTI and is an initiative within Constructing Excellence.

Recent editions have included items on Extranets, online project collaboration and building online communities via the use of forums.

The latest edition can be viewed at http://www.itconstructionforum.org.uk/publications/intelligences.asp .

To receive these briefings straight to your desktop, please email itcbp@davislangdon-uk.com

for further details.

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3. Thousands visit London construction sites at OpenSite weekend

Over 3,000 Londoners visited construction sites around the capital and experienced first hand the impact of engineering and construction in the capital as part of the OpenSite initiative on 18-19 September 2004.

Progress Network, the Association for Consultancy and Engineering’ (ACE) group for young engineers and consultants under 35, organised OpenSite by teaming up with London Open House, London’s biggest annual live architecture event, to give the public the opportunity to visit high-profile construction sites around the capital.

Visitors flocked to five London venues - Wembley Stadium, Channel Tunnel Rail Link, Terminal 5 Heathrow, City Academy Southwark and King’s College London - to learn about the role of engineering and construction in shaping the fabric of the capital. Progress Network members were present at the sites to highlight to visitors the key role played by engineers in the design and construction of London ’s new buildings.

ACE’s Matt Dawson, who project managed OpenSite, said: “The fantastic turnout from Londoners of all ages shows that there is a real interest in engineering, construction and the built and natural environment. Many visitors were appreciative of the rare opportunity to see at first hand the challenges, complexities, solutions and excitement involved in constructing some of London ’s most interesting landmarks. We look forward to building on the success of OpenSite 2004 next year when we hope to have even more sites and more people involved”

For further information and pictures from the weekend contact Andy Walker at ACE on 020 7222 6557 (Ext.125) or 07736 667591 (mobile).

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4. Association of Building Engineers announces new Scholarship

The Association of Building Engineers has announced the launch of the new Tony Byng Scholarship, open to all Student Members of the Association. The scholarship offers the successful student the opportunity to carry out overseas study/research for a minimum of two weeks.

The Scholarship has been set up in memory of Mr Tony Byng, a highly respected member and Past President of the Association. During his 21 years as a member Mr Byng sat on numerous boards and committees including the education and membership committee, and in later years became honorary treasurer. Throughout his time with the ABE his main focus was education. Having been a lecturer he understood the importance of personal development and spent many hours promoting the need for both individual and educational development.

The scholarship will give the successful applicant the opportunity to study/research a particular topic of interest in the location of their choice. The scholarship will cover costs of accommodation, travel and other expenses by prior arrangement.

Applications for the scholarship are requested by 10 January 2005 and must contain the following details:

• The proposed topic area of research or details of the study

project

• The aims and specific objectives of the research or study project
• The location selected for the research or study project and

the likely timeframe

• Written confirmation of the support of the employer and/or

the course/programme leader

• Details of any contacts in the chosen location

Applicants should note the research or study project will need to have publishable outcomes. The ABE will have the copyright of the findings and has the opportunity to publish the findings/conclusions in the ABE journal, Building Engineer.

The proposal and application must not contain more than 500 words in total.

For further information about the scholarship contact Claire Coomber at ABE. Tel: 01604 404121 or E-mail: claire.coomber@abe.org.uk

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5. National Construction Recruitment Exhibition

CIC is supporting the National Construction Recruitment Exhibition and the National Engineering Exhibition being held at the NEC Birmingham on 26 and 27 November. The exhibition will profile engineering and construction opportunities for both skilled professionals and graduates.

The exhibition is free to all visitors and is supported by CIC, the ICHemE, IStructE, WES and IIE.

Disciplines will include civil, rail, aerospace, construction, mechanical, IT, automotive, manufacturing, process engineering and defence. Further details can be found at www.construction-job.co.uk and www. engineerjobs.co.uk

Following the success of the NER/NCR event in May 2004, organiser Venture Marketing Group plans to increase the size and profile of the November show to further support the industry’s requirements for skilled engineering and construction professionals of all levels.

A number of companies regularly exhibit at the show and use it as a forum to recruit staff, including the armed forces who attended NER and NCR on a regular basis. Exhibiting companies include Acetate Products Ltd, Allianz Cornhill Engineering, Altran, Cameron Taylor Bedford, Centre for Rail Skills, Cogent Defence & Security Networks, Cummins Business Services, Morgan Est Plc, QinetiQ, Royal Air Force and Royal Navy, Stryker, Toyota Motor Manufacturing UK Ltd and TRL Technology, Tube Lines, Wates Group (see www.engineerjobs.co.uk& www.construction-job.co.uk for full exhibitor details.)

Michael Coates, Manager Recruitment & Development, Cummins Engine Company said:
“We have approximately 150 vacancies at any one time; 50 opportunities for experienced engineers and 100 for graduates and one year placements. We find the National Engineering Recruitment Exhibition a good source of high calibre candidates for all levels and a significant number of candidates we met at the last event went on to be invited to interview with us”.

The interactive elements of previous shows will also be built on, such as the ever-popular engineering challenges hosted by exhibitor INPUT. These challenges give visitors the chance to put various skills to the test and provide a platform for them to discuss their career plans with industry experts.

Venture Marketing Group Ltd has also announced plans to relocate the 2005 NER/NCR, taking place 6 and 7 May, to London Olympia. Previously located at Wembley, London , the move is aiming to improve accessibility to the exhibition for both exhibitors and visitors and to take advantage of the extensive facilities Olympia offers.

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6. Events

The events page of the CIC website is frequently updated visit the events page for details.

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