Building Greater Exeter is proud to announce its transition from Exeter City Council to Exeter College, marking an exciting evolution in the group’s journey. This transition reflects the group’s steadfast commitment to fostering community engagement, enhancing educational opportunities for young people and adults, and collaborating on skills plans that drive growth and prosperity across Exeter, East Devon and Teignbridge.

Exeter College extends its heartfelt gratitude to Exeter City Council for their dedication and the significant impact and outcomes they have achieved. The City Council have laid a strong foundation, and we acknowledge their invaluable contributions to the community.

Building Greater Exeter is a not-for-profit public and private sector initiative, aimed at supporting businesses within the built environment and closing construction skills gaps in and around Exeter, East Devon and Teignbridge. It addresses the shortage of skilled construction workers and promotes developments which have a positive local impact around social value. Its mission is to inspire new candidates, support employers, and promote a culture that makes the built environment a great sector in which to work.

As we embark on this new chapter, Exeter College reaffirms its commitment to the steering group members and the broader community. Together, we will continue to champion initiatives that inspire engagement, collaboration, and progress.

Our focus remains clear:

• Driving Engagement for Young People and Adults: Building Greater Exeter will prioritise innovative programmes and resources to support learners of all ages, empowering them with knowledge, skills, and opportunities to explore careers in construction and the built environment.
  
• Fostering Collaboration Across Skills Plans: Working with partners, businesses, and stakeholders, we will create a cohesive approach to skills development, ensuring alignment with community needs and long-term economic growth.
  
• Strengthening Community Ties: Building Greater Exeter will actively engage with the local community to ensure that their voices are heard and reflected in our initiatives.

This transition is not only a continuation of past successes but also a renewed promise to deliver impactful programmes that benefit individuals looking to embark on a career in Construction and the Built Environment. We invite the community, partners, and stakeholders to join us in shaping this next phase of Building Greater Exeter’s journey. Together, we will build on the legacy of excellence, strengthen our shared vision, and pave the way for a brighter future.

We are already busy preparing for our relaunch event on Thursday 27^th February at the Future Skills Centre, Exeter. This event will welcome keynote speakers from across the sector providing timely updates on current and future local construction projects and Employment and Skills plans. To register for this event, please book your free ticket here.

If you would like to get involved with our activities or are interested in becoming a member of Building Greater Exeter, please contact the Building Greater Exeter Project Manager, Luke Moss, Project Manager; Lukemoss@exe-coll.ac.uk or 01392 400996.