AtkinsRéalis Partners with BPIC Network to Boost Diversity and Opportunities in the North

The BPIC (Built Environment Partnership in Construction) Network has announced a new partnership with AtkinsRéalis, a global leader in design, project management and engineering services. 

Together, the two organisations will work to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across the built environment in Northern England, while creating more opportunities for professionals and businesses in the region.

The partnership was announced at a launch event in Manchester on November 13, where attendees heard that the construction and infrastructure industries are evolving rapidly, meaning the need to attract and retain a diverse pipeline of talent to meet demand has never been greater. 

Amos Simbo, Founder of BPIC Network, said: "Our mission has always been about opening doors and creating real opportunities across the industry. Partnering with AtkinsRéalis in the North allows us to expand our reach and increase the impact we’re making. Together, we’re building a more inclusive and forward-looking built environment."

Chris Ball UK&I President for AtkinsRéalis said: “There are so many great opportunities for people coming into the construction sector right now with the government focus on developing new infrastructure in transport, energy and housing, with some great schemes underway in the north.

“As employers and professional bodies, it is incumbent upon us to ensure that it is an industry where all are welcome and the skills and talents we need to meet the demand for that new infrastructure are harnessed and developed for the future.”

BPIC Network has been at the forefront of this mission for years, supporting organisations to build inclusive cultures and helping underrepresented groups access career pathways, skills training, and professional development.

Through this collaboration, BPIC Network and AtkinsRéalis will launch a number of joint initiatives, including:

• Career-focused events designed to connect employers, professionals, and new talent.
• Training and skills programmes to support long-term, sustainable career growth.
• Community engagement activities aimed at promoting inclusive leadership and improving representation across the sector.

This partnership highlights BPIC Network’s ongoing commitment to driving meaningful change in the industry. By working hand-in-hand with AtkinsRéalis, the network will continue to deliver initiatives that strengthen diversity, spark innovation, and support sustainable growth in the built environment.

About AtkinsRéalis    

 
Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital.  News and information are available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn.