Why 2026 Is a Defining Year for Construction HR
Construction demand isn't slowing, but workforce pressure isn't easing either.
The industry still needs roughly 500,000 additional workers annually to meet demand, while the majority of contractors continue to report difficulty filling skilled craft positions. At the same time, experienced workers are retiring, project delivery expectations are rising, and HR teams are being asked to do far more than hire.
The organisations pulling ahead are responding differently.
They're building leadership capability faster. Improving workforce visibility. Creating stronger retention strategies. Using skills data to accelerate development. And applying AI to workforce planning before shortages become project delays.
At the 10th Anniversary LEAP HR: Construction, discover exactly how they're doing it.
Meet the New Organizations Joining Us in 2026
For ten years, LEAP HR: Construction has brought together the leaders shaping the future of construction workforces.
This year, the community continues to grow.
Join new organisations and fresh voices including:
Why Attend in 2026?
Build Future Leaders Before You Need Them
Hear how leading contractors are accelerating workforce readiness, strengthening succession pipelines, and developing leadership capability before growth outpaces their bench strength.
Turn Workforce Data Into Better Decisions
Discover how construction HR teams are using workforce intelligence, skills frameworks, AI and digital transformation to improve planning, productivity and organisational effectiveness.
Strengthen Manager Capability
Learn how organisations are improving retention, reducing risk, increasing engagement and creating stronger project teams through better frontline leadership.
Create Career Growth Employees Can Actually See
See how skills, performance, development and succession are being connected into a clearer employee experience that improves retention and internal mobility.
Rethink How Construction Finds Talent
Explore how organisations are challenging traditional hiring models and building stronger workforce pipelines for the future.
The Results Being Shared This Year
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