Best Young Construction Professionals Awards 2011 Winners Revealed
The 2011 Best Young Construction Professionals were announced last night (Wednesday 11 th May) at the annual Construction Development Alliance (CDA) conference.
Winners Andrew Ashworth, Wayne Cronshaw, Kyle Fallows, Mark Hughes and Donna Parfitt received the industry recognition awards at St Mary’s Chambers in Rawtenstall. The ceremony attracted more than 130 construction industry professionals, who came together to celebrate the achievements of the brightest young talents across a range of categories.
CDA member Kath Wilson of Parker Wilson Consulting echoed Sir Trippier’s enthusiasm. When explaining the decisions behind choosing the eventual winners she said raw talent and an early commitment to the industry was paramount, “All the finalists were worthy winners but the five overall winners really stood out for us. There’s some immense natural talent in this group of young people who have already proved assets to the industry even during their training. We’re (the CDA) excited to follow their careers and see what else they can achieve. We know that each winner will go far in their chosen field”.
Overcoming Adversity in Construction
Winner: Andrew Ashworth
Following a degree in History, 26-year-old Andrew is now a Trainee Surveyor with Nolan Redshaw and has worked here since 2008. In 2009 he was diagnosed with cancer and had to undergo nine months of chemotherapy. Despite all of this Andrew continued to work whenever he felt well enough, earning him a nomination in this category.
Young Designer of the Year
Winner: Wayne Cronshaw
Wayne is 25 and from Haighton near Preston. He is currently employed with Pettit Singleton whilst studying for a foundation degree in Building Services and Sustainable Engineering with Burnley College. Wayne’s natural skills have developed in the design office and he has been a key member in the design of the new extension at Burnley College.
Young Construction Professional
Winner: Kyle Fallows
Kyle is 25 and currently employed by ABC Electrical. He has already achieved his level 3 qualifications in electrical technology and is now on the foundation degree in Building Services and Sustainable Engineering run by UCLAN. Kyle hopes to become a project design engineer when after he completes his degree.
Young Construction Environmentalist
Winner: Mark Hughes
Mark is 20 and studying with UCLAN in Architectural Technology. He has a passion for design and has completed voluntary work placements to gain more experience. Mark was given and award for Excellence following his BTEC National Diploma. He has a passion for renewable energy schemes and has been an active member in assisting Burnley College to improve its carbon footprint.
Young Apprentice in Construction
Winner: Donna Parfitt
Donna, 21, is employed by Hall Varley Homes and she enjoys all aspects of painting and decoration. In addition she is doing a foundation degree in Construction at Burnley College where she has excelled in her course so much that she has sat the exams early. Donna has already been awarded the Elevate East Lancashire Learner of the Year Award and gained 2 nd place in the BATJIC North West Regional Apprenticeships. She was also commended at the Yorkshire and Humberside Regional Apprenticeship Awards in 2010.
The winners each received a trophy, hard hat, fluorescent jacket, site boots and a £15 iTunes voucher.
The evening included entertainment from local comedian, actor and BBC Radio Lancashire presenter Ted Robbins, who compared the evening. There was lots of networking opportunity and the award winners made many new introductions and met lots of potential employers.
Children from Holcombe Hunt Pony Cub raised £780 for Rossendale Hospice during the evening by holding a raffle. The money will be used as sponsorship for their four day ride along the Pennine Bridleway on their ponies from Derby to Todmorden later this month.
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