Canary Wharf Group showcases construction careers

Canary Wharf Group (CWG), in partnership with Build UK, has opened one of the UK’s largest construction sites to help attract young Londoners to construction careers. 

Hosted at CWG’s Wood Wharf site, the preview event for Open Doors 2025 welcomed young people from the Construction Youth Trust for a behind the scenes tour of the regeneration project.

Open Doors, which will return from 17-22 March 2025, showcases the range of careers available in the industry by opening up construction sites, offices, and manufacturing and training facilities.

Students visiting Wood Wharf gained industry insights and personal career stories from the CWG development, sustainability and construction teams.

Tamsin Parkes, project manager of Open Doors, said: “Seeing such enthusiasm from the students to find out more about all the different roles in action at Wood Wharf really underlines why Open Doors events are crucial to the longevity of the construction industry – they’re about planting the seed for exciting and rewarding careers in the sector. 

“There is something for everyone in construction and we would encourage schools and colleges, as well as anyone looking for a change of career, to book an Open Doors visit from 13 January to find out just what our industry has to offer.”

CWG will offer tours of both Wood Wharf and its new health and life sciences development North Quay during Open Doors 2025.

Commenting on the partnership with Open Doors, Alec Vallintine, managing director, construction at CWG, said: “CWG is committed to creating positive change through shared social purpose, focused on education, employment and skills. 

“Open Doors allows us to tap into local talent currently in education who are considering their next steps, giving them exclusive access to our sites and our people, and showcasing a world of opportunity within our sector.”