DUE TO ITS POPULARITY THE EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED, PLEASE ADD YOUR NAME TO THE WAITING LIST AND WE WILL BE IN TOUCH SHOULD A PLACE BECOME AVAILABLE.

With hundreds of new homes being built in Dundee and an increase in the number of businesses in the construction sector, Dundee City Council in association with Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce are hosting an event that seeks to explore how we can unlock the potential in city’s construction sector. Looking at the sector firstly from a national perspective and then focusing on the people and skills we have and need in Dundee, our event will consider what we can do to support the growth and development of this key economic sector.

The event is aimed at businesses active in the construction sector across Tayside from SMEs through to national construction firms.

Programme

08.30 Registration & Networking

09.00 Introductionand Welcome

Alison Henderson, Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce

Cllr Alan Ross Convenor of City Development, Dundee City Council

09.20 National Perspective on Construction Sector

Robin Blacklock, Chair of Scottish Property Federation

Allan Rae, Land Director for Kirkwood Homes

Steven Smith, Development Manager, Scottish Water

10.20 Discussion Session

10.30 Networking & Refreshments

11.00 Panel Session – Unlocking people potential in Dundee

Michael Lennox, Partnership Manager, CITB

Rachael Thomas, Community Benefits Manager, Dundee City Council

Kevin Murphy, Director of Curriculum & Attainment, Dundee and Angus College

11.45 Building the future

Calum Murray, Director, CCG (Scotland) Ltd

12.20 Discussion Session

12.25 Closing Remarks Alison Henderson, Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce

The event will also offer you the opportunity to network with colleagues from other businesses in the construction sector.

Any queries regarding the event should be directed to Alistair Hilton, Principal Planning Officer planning@dundeecity.gov.uk