Propel your business into the future: An introduction to AI in Construction

AI is changing construction fast, from training to tendering, don’t get left behind on the job! Early adoption of AI delivered a critical competitive advance and immediate productivity gains across your projects. In fact, global economic activity generated by AI is predicted to reach an additional $13 trillion by 2030.

This short, practical and engaging session helps you cut through the jargon an understand how AI can save time, cut costs, and boost your margins

Why your attendance is critical

• Survival in the AI Race: The “AI Race” is a strategic imperative for businesses to remain relevant in a rapidly shifting construction industry

• Immediate Efficiency Gains: Government trials of Microsoft 365 Copilot saved user an average of 26 minutes per day, vital time for site supervision

• Risk Mitigation: Understand the “Black Box” of AI to navigate ethical concerns, bias, and data privacy before they impact your brand or tenders

What you’ll learn

• AI Literacy: Define exactly what AI is and identify real-world application for the construction sector and supply chains

• Workflow Organisations: Analyse your current build processes to separate “time wasting” admin from those tasks that “add value” to the project

• Prompting Frameworks: Master AI through effective structures to generate high-quality, professional outputs for bids and reports without the guesswork

• Outcome: You will leave with a clear Construction AI Roadmap, the confidence to use tools safely, and the ability to spot immediate “quick wins” for your business

Who is it for?

• Business Owners: Align AI with your firm’s strategy for a competitive advantage

• Project Managers & Teams: Find tools to make daily reporting, scheduling, and site tasks faster and easier

• Individuals: Acquire the AI literacy needed to lead the future of the built environment

Meet your trainers

The AI Consultants
Pete, Co-Founder and AI Strategy Lead
Gareth, Co-Founder and Operations Director

Pete and Gareth specialise in bridging the gap between cutting-edge technology and practical application within the construction and related industries through their AI Training & Accelerator Programme. Their expertise lies in delivering comprehensive AI consultancy and management solutions tailored to help organisations in the built environment integrate artificial intelligence into their daily operations effectively. By combining strategic oversight with hands-on education, they empower teams to move beyond theoretical knowledge to the actual deployment of AI tools that drive project efficiency, safety, and growth. Their experience is rooted in guiding businesses through the complexities of digital transformation, ensuring that leadership and site staff alike are equipped to navigate the evolving AI landscape.

Agenda

09:00 - Arrival and Networking
09:30 - Welcome and Introductions
09:45 - Talk: Studio John Bridge
10:00 - Talk: Navigators College
10:15 - AI workshop
12:45 - Close

Your place on the workshop is not automatically confirmed; you will receive an email from BGHworkshops@growthco.uk once it is.

Eligibility

• Greater Manchester businesses only.

• Construction businesses only (developers, construction companies, and support trade).

• Micro business, small and medium-sized enterprise, or large business with a workforce employed.

• Social enterprises where these engage in economic activity.

• Sole traders and EnterprisingYou clients are not eligible for this workshop.

As this workshop is fully-funded, businesses are subject to funders' eligibility criteria. If your place is confirmed, you will receive an email from us with further details.

Once your place is confirmed, you will receive an email from us with the venue details.

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