Gleeson supports the HBF Women into Home Building Programme

Launched in association with the Home Builders Federation, this programme aims to provide practical experience to local women interested in pursuing a career in the construction industry.

Since its launch in January 2023, more than 237 women have received advice and guidance about a career in home building, with over 115 women having completed a site management work placement and more than 30 women having gained employment within the industry.

At Middlestone Meadows, Senior Site Manager, Dave Harris, Assistant Site Manager, Shaun Kavanagh, and the team welcomed Perri Leigh Litter to the development, where she spent two weeks shadowing many aspects of our site operations.

Summarising her experience on site, Perri commented: "I was nervous at first, going into the unknown and stepping out of my comfort zone, but after day one on site, the nerves went! From this moment, I was just excited and intrigued to learn more about the build stages of a plot. The whole experience has been amazing and gone so quickly!"

Perri also shared her highlights from the two-week placement: "My highlights have been working with Dave and Shaun; they gave me some independence by having the opportunity to complete my own tasks and then provided me with feedback, and it’s been great."

Her advice to anyone thinking of starting a career in construction is to just go for it and have faith. Perri commented: "I would tell anyone considering a career in the industry to just go for it and make that move and have some faith. It's a great opportunity to step outside of your comfort zone and believe in yourself!"

A huge thank you to Dave, Shaun, and the Middlestone Meadows site team for their support and guidance during Perri's placement.

To find out more about the Women into Home Building Programme, visit the HBF website here.