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We are thrilled to announce that our Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks team has been shortlisted for not one, not two, but three categories at the WWT Water Industry Awards 2024. This recognition underscores our commitment to delivering innovation and excellence for our clients in the water sector.  Here’s a quick look at our nominations:    Diversity & Inclusion Initiative of the Year - Our 'Making Ground' initiative is making waves by helping serving prisoners and prison leavers secure sustainable employment in the construction industry. A step towards building inclusive communities! You can learn more about Making Ground here: kier.uk/3U921Lo Drinking Water Initiative of the Year - Together with our client, Yorkshire Water, we're undertaking a capital works project led by Simon Dunwell to upgrade the Sladen Water Treatment Works to enhance the water quality and security to thousands. Rising Star of the Year - A big shout out to Tom Garnett CEng MICE, our Project Manager at Scunthorpe Waste Water Treatment Plant, who is leading another capital works project to upgrade the plant on behalf of our client, Severn Trent. Join us in celebrating these fantastic achievements as we look forward to the awards ceremony on July 4, 2024, at The Vox, Birmingham.  

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This week, we were delighted to join this industry round table event hosted by Philip Duffy, alongside other representatives from the Environment Agency supply chain community, to talk about the future of flood and coastal erosion risk management.    Andrew Bradshaw, group managing director of our Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks division said: "We are committed to improving the environment now and for future generations, so much so that it forms a central part of our Building for a Sustainable World framework.   "Having the opportunity to help shape a collaborative culture with our framework partners and a very proactive client, was also great to be part of. The sharing of best practices on topics including design, risk, governance and funding helps us all to drive innovation and progress the delivery of the Environment Agency's capital programme."

Join us at UKREiiF! 📆 Tuesday 21 May – Thursday 23 May 🏢 The Royal Armouries Museum, Leeds We’re delighted to be attending this year's event; we’re hosting three panel sessions, as well as joining a number of other panels to share our expertise and ideas on critical subjects affecting local authorities. More Kier colleagues than ever before, from right across the UK, will be in attendance and we’d love to meet up. Get in touch if you’d like to meet one of our team at the event by emailing; ukreiif@kier.co.uk We look forward to seeing you there! #UKREiiF

It's the time of the month where we say congratulations and welcome to Kier! Whether you have moved into a new role with us during the last month, or you have just joined the business, it is fantastic to see you all share your excitement, and your great news 👏 #JoinKier #ConstructionRevolution

At Kier, we believe it’s important to look after our people. All of our employees and their immediate households have 24/7 access to a virtual GP service on their mobile phones, so there’s always someone to contact when you need them. See our employee benefits here: https://lnkd.in/e9yWp45 #JoinKier #ConstructionRevolution

We're thrilled to announce our partnership with X-energy UK and Cavendish Nuclear, working together to develop the next generation of UK nuclear reactors.    The Advanced Modular Reactors are designed to have a substantial proportion of modules prefabricated in factory conditions and transported to site for assembly, allowing for a construction time of just three to four years.    The announcement comes as X-energy and Cavendish Nuclear have been awarded £3.34m from the Government's Future Nuclear Enabling Fund, which has been matched by X-energy to provide a total value of £6.68m.    Andrew Bradshaw, group managing director for Kier Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks said: “Kier’s purpose is to sustainably deliver infrastructure which is vital to the UK. We have a strong track record of constructing and upgrading nuclear facilities and are committed to using our expertise to enable safe, sustainable and efficient construction while leaving lasting legacies through our work. “We’re delighted to be working alongside X-energy and Cavendish Nuclear to develop the UK fleet of reactors which will be vital in supporting the growth of the clean energy market.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/ezXBVEmt

Interested in finding out what it's like to be a quantity surveyor at Kier? 🤔 Well now you can learn more! 👏 From what a typical day might look like, to the progression opportunities available and routes into the job itself, you can find all the information you need in our latest piece over on our careers site. #JoinKier #ConstructionRevolution #QuantitySurveying

We’re pleased to share that Kier Transportation has been appointed by Network Rail to the capital delivery works framework for the North West & Central region in Control Period 7 (CP7). We’ve been appointed to Lot A1, which covers projects ranging from £7m to £200m in value and will run for five years from 1 April 2024 to 31 March 2029. From the development of new and existing stations to depots, platforms, car parks as well as railway engineering works, such as signalling, switches and crossings, telecoms, electrification and more – this is an exciting time for our rail business. Mandy Duncan, managing director for rail & aviation at Kier Transportation, said: “This is a key strategic win for our rail business and we’re delighted to have been awarded the CP7 North West & Central Regional framework. It’s the first time we’ve been appointed to a Control Period for the region, which provides vital links across the country. “We look forward to working closely with Network Rail and our supply chain to play our part in maintaining and advancing rail infrastructure across the region, demonstrating the ever-growing expertise and technical capabilities in our business.” Read more in the full release: https://lnkd.in/ejCArceQ

Kier Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks is making strides to ensure water security and quality for the customers of Severn Trent, thanks to a series of new, essential water infrastructure upgrades. Rob Campbell, Regional Director and Lisa Chivers, Senior HR Business Partner, recently toured four sites to see the incredible efforts of our teams first-hand: ⭐ At Finham, Mark Lloyd and his team are improving stormwater management with a new storage system that will positively impact the ecological health of the River Sowe. ⭐ In Leek, Nicola Lonsdale's team focuses on tailoring water treatment processes to meet the requirements of a growing industrial town and ensure high-quality water returns to nature. ⭐ In Worksop, Gregg Smith and his team are setting new standards in effluent quality, significantly reducing phosphorus levels to meet stringent environmental directives. ⭐ And in Scunthorpe, Tom Garnett CEng MICE is leading a comprehensive overhaul of sewage treatment processes, enhancing overall efficiency while maintaining environmental stewardship. Through our ongoing projects with our partners Severn Trent, Kier Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks is helping to ensure water security and quality for residents in and around Finham, Leek, Worksop, and Scunthorpe.