Construction for Women: Emerging Leaders Conference – Liverpool 2026

Join the CFW Emerging Leaders Programme – Liverpool Class of 2027. Construction for Women is selecting 100 exceptional women in the first five years of their built-environment careers to form the Liverpool Class of 2027. The programme brings together emerging talent from construction, property, infrastructure, engineering, development, consultancy, design and the wider built environment for a year of leadership development, mentoring, industry access, networking and career opportunities. Places are selective and allocated through an application and nomination process. Employers may nominate up to five women. Successful applicants will receive a separate email confirming their place and providing further event details. Who can apply? The programme is for women who: Are within the first five years of their built-environment career Demonstrate ambition and leadership potential Are committed to developing their career and contributing to the future of the industry Work across construction, property, infrastructure, engineering, development, consultancy, design or the wider built environment What you'll gain Over 12 months, members of the Class of 2027 will gain access to: Leadership and professional development Mentoring from experienced industry leaders Senior industry leaders and decision-makers A powerful cross-industry peer network Industry events, site visits and experiences A live regional industry challenge Opportunities to build your visibility and profile Opportunities to progress to CFW's UKREiiF and MIPIM programmes Apply for your place Complete the application form below to be considered for the Liverpool Class of 2027. You will be asked for some brief information about your current role, career stage, experience and why you would like to join the programme. Priority applications close: 16 November 2026. (Applications received after this date may still be considered where places remain available). Employer nominations Employers can nominate up to five women within their organisation who they believe have the potential to become future leaders in the built environment. Nominations are reviewed by Construction for Women, with successful nominees invited to confirm their place. [Nominate Emerging Leaders] Programme Partners & Sponsors Organisations can support the CFW Emerging Leaders Programme through programme partnership, regional sponsorship, mentoring, industry engagement and other opportunities. Partners help us identify and accelerate exceptional female talent while gaining meaningful engagement with emerging leaders, industry visibility and opportunities to demonstrate their commitment to developing the future workforce. Explore Partnership Opportunities: [email protected] About Construction for Women Construction for Women creates practical pathways for women to access opportunities, build confidence, develop their careers and progress into leadership across the built environment. Through mentoring, professional development, industry engagement and employer partnerships, CFW connects emerging talent with the people, experiences and opportunities that can accelerate their careers.