The data highlights an inclusion gap that is slowing the sector’s progress - an industry already facing significant talent shortages.
According to Lee Biggins, Founder and CEO of CV-Library, said the findings show how discrimination continues to undermine efforts to build a stronger and more inclusive workforce:
“It’s disappointing to hear that so many construction workers are still experiencing high levels of discrimination. Attracting the broadest range of talent – from brickies to surveyors – is not only important to ensure equal opportunities for everyone, but critical to get Britain building.”
With large-scale infrastructure projects like HS2 and the government’s housing targets under pressure, the lack of diversity and access to opportunities isn’t just a social issue, it’s a productivity and performance challenge. The CITB estimates the UK will need an additional 240,000 workers over the next five years to meet ambitious infrastructure targets.
To help address this, CV-Library has renewed its partnership with BPIC Network (Black Professionals in Construction), now in its third consecutive year. The collaboration focuses on improving visibility and access to opportunities for Black and ethnic minority professionals across the construction and built sectors.
Amos Simbo, Director of BPIC Network, added:
“Our partnership with CV-Library is helping us broaden and diversify the talent pipeline across construction. By connecting Black and ethnic minority professionals with meaningful opportunities, we’re not only opening doors for under-represented groups but also helping the sector address critical hiring shortages and build a stronger, more inclusive workforce.”
The full press release can be found on CV-Library.
About CV-Library
CV-Library is the UK’s largest independent job site, matching candidates with jobs from the UK’s largest employers. It attracts over 4.3 million unique job seekers every month with a database of more than 21 million CVs.
About BPIC
BPIC Network (Black Professionals in Construction) is a built environment inclusion business dedicated to improving ethnic minority representation and retention across the sector.
