AD Construction Group

17/08/2026

Did you see AD Construction Group on ITV News?
On Thursday evening, AD Construction Group featured on ITV News London at 6pm and ITV’s national news at 6.30pm and 10pm, as part of their coverage of A-level Results Day.

The ITV News team visited us to speak to our SHEQ Director, Richard, who knows first-hand the opportunities an apprenticeship can provide. Richard began his career as a painting and decorating apprentice and progressed on a learning journey to become a senior leader within the industry.

ITV also filmed some of our apprentices undertaking a Building Safety Act course and interviewed our PAS apprentice who gave viewers an insight into the professional development that apprenticeships can offer. The important message is that university isn't the only route to a successful career and an apprenticeship doesn't mean giving up the opportunity to gain a degree.

Degree apprenticeships and higher apprenticeships allow people to earn while they learn, gaining valuable real-world experience alongside academic qualifications. You can build a career, earn a salary, develop professional skills and, in many cases, achieve a degree – without following the traditional university route.

At AD, we've seen first-hand how apprentices can become the skilled professionals, managers and leaders of tomorrow. Apprenticeships are not simply about filling entry-level roles; they are about building a long-term talent pipeline and investing in the skills our industry needs.

For employers considering apprenticeships, there is plenty of support available. Organisations such as Skills England, The 5% Club, Investors in People and the Association of Apprentices provide valuable guidance, resources and support to help businesses develop effective apprenticeship programmes.

Our advice - don't automatically assume university is the only path to success and don't overlook apprentices when you're planning your future workforce.

Give people the opportunity to learn, earn, contribute and progress and you may be helping to develop your next generation of skilled professionals and leaders.

A huge thank you to the ITV News team for coming to AD and helping to showcase what apprenticeships can really look like in practice and well done to all our apprentices who represented AD so brilliantly.

Watch the ITV News coverage here:
https://lnkd.in/e7SNRp27
https://lnkd.in/erFwPNzp

Useful resources for employers and apprentices:

Support for Employers
Skills England
The 5% Club
Investors in People – We invest in apprentices
Association of Apprentices

12/08/2026

AD is proud to be engaged with this scheme and offer work placements to participants.

Finished school, college, sixth form or university and not sure what comes next?

Our Future Ready programme, for people aged 18-24, can help you build confidence, develop new skills and explore opportunities for work, training and further education.

Over five weeks, you'll receive support from employment specialists, take part in practical workshops and have the opportunity to apply for a local work experience placement.

✅ Understanding your skills and strengths
✅ CV and interview support
✅ Career advice and guidance
✅ Volunteering and self-employment insights
✅ Online learning opportunities
✅ Ongoing support after the programme

📍 The Alexandra Suite, Swanley.
📅 Course starts 9 September. Workshops run from 10am to 11.30am.
⏰ Applications close 1 September.

To find out more, contact our Employment team: [email protected]

27/07/2026

01/07/2026

AD were honoured to attend the British Safety Council International Safety Awards at Church House Westminster to receive our third consecutive Distinction Award; recognising our ongoing commitment to protecting our employees from the risks of injury and ill health in the workplace.

It was a fantastic summer evening celebrating organisations that are setting the standard for health, safety, and wellbeing. A sincere thank you to the event hosts for delivering such a memorable occasion, and to the inspiring speakers for sharing their insights and experiences.

We're immensely proud of this achievement, which reflects the dedication and hard work of our entire SHEQ team and all AD staff who continue to raise the bar for workplace health and safety.

24/06/2026

18/06/2026

20/05/2026

07/05/2026

We are immensely proud to celebrate 25 years of continuous accreditation with Investors in People this year.

This milestone reflects far more than an award, it represents a sustained commitment to building a workplace where people feel valued, supported and empowered to grow.

For a quarter of a century, we’ve focused on creating a positive culture rooted in collaboration, quality of work, people development and trust.

From investing in early careers, earn and learn and fully supporting career progression - to prioritising wellbeing and recognising achievements; our people have always been at the heart of everything we do.

Reaching 25 years of accreditation is a testament to the dedication, talent and passion of our team both past and present, who continue to shape our organisation every day.

As we celebrate this achievement, we remain committed to evolving, improving and investing in our people for the future.

08/04/2026

AD are proud to have sponsored this event for the second year running. Many congratulations to the admirable winners and nominees.