Celebrating Women in Construction Trades: A Day of Empowerment at South Gloucestershire and Stroud College
During National Apprenticeship Week 2024, MCS and South Gloucestershire and Stroud College (SGS) joined forces to host the Women in Construction Trades event at their Horizon 38 campus. It was a day filled with inspiration, insight, and a celebration of women forging their paths in the construction industry. The event drew girls from various academic [&helli
MCS Partners with Vinney Green Secure Children
MCS Partners with Vinney Green Secure Children’s Home to Empower Young People for Future Success A new and exciting collaboration between MCS and Vinney Green Secure Children’s Home will help young people gain valuable insights into a career in the construction industry. Danielle Haskings and Veda Hill, Social Value team and Enterprise Advisors,
Contractors and Subcontractors – Collaboration for Effective Social Value Outcomes
Executive Summary This report delves into the multifaceted collaboration between main contractors and subcontractors to maximise social value outcomes in construction projects. Beyond the foundational elements of providing information at the bid stage, this report explores additional strategies and approaches for effective collaboration. The focus is o
Building Futures Together: MCS’s Impact on Construction Careers in Schools and Colleges
MCS for the future… In 2023, MCS has significantly contributed to enhancing Bristol’s educational landscape by forging dynamic collaborations with numerous schools and colleges. This partnership has been pivotal in empowering students and expanding their perspectives towards careers in construction. Through a variety of engaging and influential i
MCS sponsor Cleve RFC: The Story
Cleve RFC Sponsorship Cleve RFC is a rugby club that is near to the heart of our managing director at MCS, Scott Hill, as he and many others around him grew up in the community within the rugby club. Many young men owe a great deal to Cleve for the life experiences and character development […]
Sponsoring the youth of our community at MCS
Sponsoring the youth of our community at MCS At MCS, we believe that our core values extend beyond the realms of fit-outs and M&E services. Central to our ethos is a deep-rooted commitment to wellbeing, community engagement, and nurturing future generations. This belief is not just a statement but a practice we actively uphold through […]
Sustainability Report: MCS aim for Net Zero
How MCS Is Playing Its Role As A Low Emission Construction Company It is alarming that CO2 emissions from buildings and construction have reached a new high following the COVID-19 pandemic. The construction industry has long been known to significantly contribute to global carbon emissions (producing about one-fourth of global CO2 emissions). With the recent
Choosing a location for your future projects
Choosing a location for future construction projects is a complex and challenging task that requires careful consideration of a wide range of factors. One of the key challenges when it comes to deciding where to focus commercial, industrial and residential development projects across the UK is balancing the needs and wants of different stakeholders, includin
Industry Insights: How Will UK Construction fair in 2023?
The UK construction industry had a somewhat encouraging year in 2022, with only modest growth in both residential and non-residential building sectors. The government’s ongoing infrastructure investment and the continuing demand for new homes drove construction activity throughout the year. Despite ongoing economic uncertainty caused by the continuing