Diversity and Inclusion Excellence

AtkinsRéalis
2023 Headcount growth

In 2023 the UK&I arm of AtkinsRéalis closed the year with our highest headcount growth year ever. What made this recruitment year particularly stand out was the level of diversity achieved in our hiring. Be this gender, ethnic minorities, lower socio-economic communities or a focus geographically to support our levelling up commitment. Surpassing our headcount targets was achieved through continuing to drive an inclusive attraction and recruitment process across all areas of recruitment, whilst being supported by a senior leadership team that put diversity at the forefront of their priorities.

Balfour Beatty
Value Everyone: Regional strategy

At Balfour Beatty, we are turning words into actions and pushing the D&I agenda forward like never before. With innovation and collaboration our teams are demonstrating the true leadership required to make the industry fit for the future and a place where everyone is welcome and has the right to respect. The practical, intelligence-led interventions which we have developed and delivered demonstrate that our regional approach, linked to an overarching strategy, is making real progress engaging with the most underrepresented groups in a meaningful and authentic way, and with support from across the business from our leaders to our sites.

Balfour Beatty Vinci Systra Joint Venture
RESPECT Programme at Old Oak Common

The BBVS Joint Venture is made up of Balfour Beatty, Vinci and Systra, commissioned by HS2 to develop the Old Oak Common Station, NW London. Since mobilisation in 2020 we have established a mature and progressive Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (ED&I) programme that is recognised by external partners for its innovation, pace and commitment to excellence. Our senior leaders within BBVS, our Integrated Project Team (IPT: HS2; Network Rail; WSP) and supply chain have laid the foundation for our inclusive culture and as our organisation has matured, we have accelerated that organisational change by launching our RESPECT programme in 2023.

Danny Sullivan Group
Embedding diversity & inclusion as the foundation to business growth and social impact

At Danny Sullivan Group, we exist to build better lives and put people at the core of everything we do. Diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords for us, they are intrinsic elements of our day-to-day operations. Our industry leading approach to D&I has enabled us to tackle the skills shortage through creating a culture where our teams feel safe, engaged and happy. The growth of our diverse workforce has enabled us to support our customers to deliver transformational UK Infrastructure projects that will benefit multiple generations and create social mobility for the communities we work across.

Kori Construction

Kori approach D&I with authenticity and have a genuine commitment to creating a more equitable and inclusive workplace and society for everyone. Employing just 45 individuals, Kori’s D&I journey rivals tier 1 competitors. Through our committed leadership team, we have a clear vision, measurable SMART goals and transparently communicate progress and challenges with employees and stakeholders. During 2023, Kori achieved many organisation-wide D&I objectives including delivering EDI Training to 100% of workforce, engaging with 10,654 students, volunteering 308.5 hours at local schools to promote inclusive careers in construction and partnering with diverse organisations to support individuals from socioeconomic backgrounds.

Mott MacDonald
Leading on global equality diversity and inclusion

Every day inclusion is what we do at Mott MacDonald. We have made a global commitment in our EDI strategy to making EDI Everyone’s Business and every day we work with each other to deliver this. We understand EDI is not a one size fits all and we have Regional EDI Managers covering all 150 countries we work in. We our proud to have EDI as our DNA and we believe a united EDI vision is what brings us together. We know working with each other whilst understanding the local nuances is what will help us get better, together.

VGC Group

VGC has distinguished itself in fostering diversity and inclusion with a comprehensive, innovative approach. Through impactful partnerships, VGC promotes ED&I initiatives, targeting marginalised groups and implementing inclusive recruitment practices. They actively engage in industry-wide initiatives, partnering with associations and educational institutions to create a diverse talent pipeline. The company's senior management team plays a pivotal role, with board members leading sustainability efforts, and integrating diversity goals into the overall business strategy. VGC's dedication to diversity and inclusion, evident in tangible outcomes and leadership commitment, ensures that ED&I is integrated in their business as usual activities.

WSP

WSP has continued with great momentum to replicate the success of the UK D&I model to all its operating regions. The focus being on creating a stimulating, respectful and safe working environment, attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of talent. Our Global D&I Director has been working closely with WSP India, who now have a very active D&I committee overseeing implementation of their D&I strategy. They have hosted a number of culture days this year including a flash mob dance where many sub-cultures were celebrated in a fun and exciting way.