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About Us

The Centre for Construction Best Practice (CCBP) is an organisation dedicated to advancing excellence and innovation in the UK Built Environment Sector.

The Priority

Our Focus

We bridge the gap between research and practical construction by connecting industry leaders, academic scholars and policymakers to foster knowledge sharing and collaboration at seminars and events across the country.

Our focus areas include design excellence, advanced materials, innovative methodologies, emerging technologies and sustainability. Through research, seminars and collaborative projects, we provide members with exclusive insights and drive policy change, enhancing industry standards and promoting sustainable practices. Join us to shape a future where construction embodies innovation, excellence and sustainability.

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Join the Team

Careers at CCBP

Join the Centre for Construction Best Practice and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to transforming the UK Built Environment Sector. At CCBP, we offer exciting career opportunities that allow you to work on ground breaking projects, collaborate with industry leaders, and contribute to the development of innovative solutions that shape the future of construction.

Governance

Our Advisory Groups

The Industry and Academic Advisory group each shape the direction of CCBP and the research we undertake. By bringing academia and industry together, we create a platform where ideas can move beyond talking shops and actually deliver real-world impact.

Industry Advisory Group (IAG) The Industry Advisory Group (IAG) is made up of senior representatives from BAM, Kier, Morgan Sindall, and Wates. Serving in a dedicated advisory capacity, this group will provide expert guidance and industry intelligence to help shape CCBP’s strategy and output moving forward.
Academic Advisory Group (AAG) The Academic Advisory Group (AAG) is made up of some of the UK's most respected universities, including Queen's University Belfast, Loughborough University and the University of Leeds. The AAG provides CCBP with the insight and rigour needed to ensure our work reflects the latest research and best practice.
Become a member

Our Community

Join our dedicated community of industry leaders, academic scholars and policymakers who collaborate to drive innovation, excellence and sustainability within our industry.

Rebecca Boundy Managing Director for Clients and Markets, Kier
We believe in the value of bringing together industry expertise and academic research to drive meaningful change. Working alongside other contractors and researchers, we will create practical solutions which improve how we deliver projects. It’s about combining knowledge, technology, and collaboration to raise standards and create lasting impact.
Adrian Blackie Pre-Construction Director, BAM
We are BAM. Our vision is to build a sustainable tomorrow, to think beyond the build of the infrastructure and buildings that shape our society. As a corporate partner for the Centre for Construction Best Practice our ambition is to collaborate with industry partners and academia to drive best practice, promote innovation, and make our vision possible.
Steffan Speer Technical Director, Morgan Sindall Construction
Becoming a corporate partner of CCBP made sense. It connects us with like-minded businesses who are equally focused on improving how we design and build – not only in terms of performance, but in purpose. We want to be part of something that challenges the status quo, shares learning openly, and accelerates change and innovation across our industry.
Find your next event

Check out our upcoming events

Connect with industry leaders and peers at our exclusive events, conferences and networking sessions.

CCBP Events Offer