Free digital training programme set to support small builders across the UK

Small, medium and micro construction businesses across the UK can now access a free digital training programme designed to help them adopt and integrate modern technology into their everyday operations.

The programme has been made possible through CITB’s Industry Impact Fund (IIF), which supports innovative projects that address the sector’s most pressing workforce and skills challenges.

By backing new and scalable ideas, the fund helps organisations develop solutions that can make a difference across the construction industry.

The programme, ‘Solving Tech for Small Builders’, has been developed by North London Loft Rooms in collaboration with Construction Coach, Limes Consulting and RLB Digital. It was initially tested through a successful three month pilot involving 50 builders.

Based on the impact seen during the pilot, the project secured £98,000 of IIF funding to be expanded and transformed into a fully accessible online course.

The pilot delivered strong financial benefits for many participants and helped boost their confidence in selecting and using digital tools.

With the new funding, the training has now been rolled out more widely and is accessible via partner platforms including Construction Coach and the Federation of Master Builders.

The content is largely delivered in video format and has been designed to be neurodiverse-friendly.

Maria Coulter, Founder of Construction Coach & Solving Construction, said:

“What’s great about the Impact Fund is that it gives people like me who have seen challenges in our industry the opportunity and funding to do something about them.”

“I’ve been passionate about making technology practical and accessible for builders for a long time and working together alongside Dennis from North London Loft Rooms, allowed us to turn that shared belief into something that can help many more businesses.”