Where the next generation of women in the built environment comes together
The Construction for Women Next Gen Roadshow Conference programme is a national programme created to discover, connect and develop emerging female talent across construction and the built environment through regional conferences across major UK cities.
ABOUT THE ROADSHOW
Developing the next generation of emerging female leaders
The CFW Next Gen Conference Roadshow is a national programme created to identify, support and connect emerging female talent across construction, property and the wider built environment.
Travelling to cities and regions across the UK, each conference brings together women at the beginning of their careers with influential industry leaders, employers and role models for a focused programme of insight, professional development and meaningful connection.
Who Can Take Part?
Who is the Next Gen programme for?
The CFW Next Gen Conference Roadshow is designed for women who are preparing to enter the built environment or are within approximately the first five years of their careers.
Apprentices and degree apprentices
Graduates & trainees
Students
Early-career professionals
Career Changers
Emerging female talent across the built environment
The Experience
More than another industry conference
Each CFW Next Gen Conference is designed around the needs of women at the beginning of their careers. The programme combines practical development, honest industry insight and purposeful networking in an environment where participants are encouraged to contribute, ask questions and build relationships.
Hear from industry leaders
Gain honest insight, practical advice and career lessons from respected leaders and professionals working across the built environment.
Explore different career paths
Discover the range of roles, organisations and routes available across construction, property, infrastructure and the wider sector.
Build confidence and professional skills
Develop the confidence to communicate, network, pursue opportunities and take greater ownership of your career.
Meet employers and role models
Connect directly with organisations, senior leaders and professionals who want to support the next generation of talent.
Grow your professional network
Meet women at a similar stage of their careers and build relationships across different disciplines, employers and regions.
Access future opportunities
Join the CFW network, with potential access to mentoring connections, further events, professional development and industry opportunities.
At each conference
A focused programme built
around connection and progression
Keynote conversations
Panel discussions
Leadership development
Interactive workshops
Networking
Mentoring introductions
Regional Conferences
Find your regional conference
The CFW Next Gen Conference Roadshow will visit cities and regions across the UK during 2026–27. Explore the announced conferences below to view event information, application details, speakers and programme updates.
For Employers & Educators
Help identify the industry’s emerging talent
Nominate early-career professionals who show potential, drive and a passion for the built environment. Help them access opportunities, grow their skills, expand their networks and accelerate their careers.
Nominees will be contacted directly by Construction for Women with details of the next steps.
For Employers & Educators
Help us deliver opportunity to emerging talent across the UK
The CFW Next Gen Conference Roadshow is made possible through partnerships with organisations committed to developing talent, widening access and building a stronger future workforce.
By supporting the Roadshow, organisations can help Construction for Women deliver high-quality regional conferences, remove barriers to participation and connect emerging female talent with the people and opportunities that can support long-term progression.
Partnerships can be developed nationally across the full Roadshow or around an individual regional conference.
01.
National Roadshow Partner
Support the national programme across multiple cities and position your organisation as a leading supporter of emerging female talent throughout the built environment.
02.
Regional Conference Partners
Support the delivery of an individual conference and connect your organisation with emerging talent in a priority city or region.
03.
Conference Host
Provide an accessible, professional venue for a regional conference and help create an environment where emerging professionals can learn, connect and develop.
04.
Programme Contributor
Support a particular part of the conference experience through a tailored sponsorship or contribution aligned with your organisation’s priorities, expertise and audience.
Build a partnership around your organisation’s priorities
Lets work together to reach more emerging talent and create lasting impact across the UK.
Whether you want to support the full national Roadshow, sponsor a regional conference, host an event or contribute expertise, Construction for Women can develop an opportunity aligned with your organisation’s objectives.
The next generation is already here
Whether you are beginning your career, nominating someone with potential or looking to support the programme, we invite you to become part of the Roadshow.