ATTEND THE BIG CONSTRUCTION DIVERSITY CHALLENGE 2027
The Big Construction Diversity Challenge
BUILD STRONGER TEAMS. CHAMPION INCLUSION. MAKE A LASTING IMPACT.
The Big Construction Diversity Challenge is the UK's leading Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) team-building event for the construction industry.
Bringing together contractors, consultants, suppliers, manufacturers and organisations from across the built environment, the event celebrates the power of diverse teams through a day of collaboration, networking, fundraising and friendly competition.
Whether you're looking to strengthen workplace relationships, invest in employee wellbeing, demonstrate your commitment to EDI or support a fantastic industry charity, The Big Construction Diversity Challenge offers an experience unlike any other.
WHY ATTEND
The Big Construction Diversity Challenge is more than just an event.
It is an opportunity to bring people together, encourage collaboration and demonstrate that the strongest teams are those made up of different perspectives, experiences and ideas.
Every challenge has been designed to reward communication, creativity, problem-solving and teamwork, allowing everyone to contribute regardless of role or background.
Organisations leave with stronger teams, new industry connections and a renewed commitment to building a more inclusive construction sector.
ORGANISATIONS ATTEND TO:
Demonstrate their commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Strengthen employee engagement
Improve staff wellbeing
Reward colleagues with an unforgettable experience
Encourage collaboration across departments
Break down workplace silos
Network with organisations from across construction
Support CRASH – Construction Industry's Charity
Showcase their employer brand
Celebrate teamwork and inclusion
INDIVIDUALS ATTEND BECAUSE THEY CAN:
Meet new people from across the industry
Work alongside colleagues they don't usually collaborate with
Learn new skills
Build confidence
Challenge themselves in a supportive environment
Enjoy a day away from their normal routine
Celebrate diversity through teamwork
Have fun while supporting an important cause
Winning an award is always a great achievement, but the real success comes from the relationships and experiences teams take back to the workplace.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?
Every element of The Big Construction Diversity Challenge has been designed to create an enjoyable, inclusive and memorable experience.
TEAM CHALLENGES
Take part in a wide range of exciting physical, creative and problem-solving activities where teamwork is the key to success.
Each challenge rewards different strengths, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to make a valuable contribution.
INCLUSIVE ACTIVITIES
Our activities are designed for participation, not perfection.
Success comes from listening, communicating and supporting one another.
Every team member has an important role to play.
NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
Meet hundreds of professionals from across the construction industry.
Share ideas, exchange experiences and build relationships with organisations committed to creating more inclusive workplaces.
AWARDS CELEBRATION
Celebrate the achievements of teams throughout the day with awards recognising:
Teamwork
Collaboration
Creativity
Communication
Individual challenge winners
Overall event champions
Highest scoring teams
Fundraising achievements
SUPPORTING CRASH
The Big Construction Diversity Challenge proudly supports CRASH – Construction Industry's Charity.
By taking part, your organisation helps support CRASH's work transforming buildings for homelessness charities and hospices across the UK, helping create places that care for people when they need it most.
FOOD & REFRESHMENTS
Enjoy refreshments throughout the day while taking time to relax, network and celebrate alongside colleagues and industry professionals.
SPONSORS & SUPPORTING ORGANISATIONS
The event is supported by leading organisations across the construction industry who share our commitment to creating a more diverse, inclusive and collaborative sector.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This event is for everyone.
You do not need previous experience or exceptional fitness levels.
The challenges have been carefully designed to reward communication, creativity and teamwork rather than physical ability.
The event is ideal for:
HR teams
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion professionals
Learning & Development teams
People & Culture teams
Site teams
Engineers
Project Managers
Quantity Surveyors
Commercial teams
Office staff
Apprentices
Graduates
Senior leaders
Frontline colleagues
Operations teams
Marketing and Communications professionals
We encourage organisations to create mixed teams from different departments, backgrounds and experience levels to maximise collaboration and learning.
WHY ORGANISATIONS RETURN EVERY YEAR
Many organisations make The Big Construction Diversity Challenge a regular part of their annual calendar.
Why?
Because they see the positive impact it has on their people and culture long after the event has ended.
ORGANISATIONS CONSISTENTLY TELL US THEY VALUE:
EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT
TEAM BONDING
Building stronger relationships between colleagues.
BREAKING DOWN SILOS
Helping departments connect in ways they wouldn't during a typical working day.
CROSS-DEPARTMENT COLLABORATION
Encouraging different perspectives to solve problems together.
LEARNING
Helping individuals discover hidden strengths and leadership qualities.
NETWORKING
Building meaningful relationships across the construction industry.
STAFF WELBEING
Providing an enjoyable day that supports both physical activity and mental wellbeing.
DEMONSTRATING EDI
Showing employees, clients and partners a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Supporting CRASH while making a positive impact beyond your own organisation.
EMPLOYER BRAND
Positioning your organisation as an employer that values inclusion, collaboration and people.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE TICKET PRICE?
Your ticket includes: - Breakfast on arrival - Picnic-style lunch - Afternoon tea - Soft drinks - Team t-shirt - Water bottle
HOW MANY PEOPLE MAKE UP A TEAM?
CAN YOU CATER FOR SPECIAL DIETARY/ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS?
ARE THERE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES?
CAN I BOOK INDIVIDUAL TICKETS TO PARTICIPATE?
IS IT POSSIBLE TO ATTEND AS A SPECTATOR?
HOW DO I PAY TO ATTEND OR SPONSOR?
WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY?
WHAT IS THE PROGRAMME FOR THE DAY?
DO I NEED TO SIGN A LIABILITY WAIVER TO PARTICIPATE?
WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE FOR THE EVENT?
WHERE DO I COLLECT MY TEAM T-SHIRT?
IS THERE A CAR PARK ON SITE?
I AM TRAVELLING BY TRAIN, IS THERE A SHUTTLE BUS FROM THE STATION TO THE SHOWGROUND?
WHAT ARE THE NUMBERS FOR LOCAL TAXI FIRMS?
WHAT ARE ARRIVAL & REGISTRATION PROCEDURES?
IS THERE A SECURE CLOAKROOM AVAILABLE?
ARE THERE CHANGING ROOMS AVAILABLE TO CHANGE INTO MY TEAM T-SHIRT?
WILL THERE BE ANY FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES AT THE EVENT FOR CHARITY
WILL THE EVENT BE ON SOCIAL MEDIA?
I AM ATTENDING BCDC. ARE THERE ANY PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS THAT WE CAN USE FOR OUR OWN CHANNELS?
