Construction and Civil Engineering Academy

Fully funded training for residents of Lisburn and Castlereagh.

Lisburn and Castlereagh Labour Market Partnership is proud to partner with SERC to deliver a free Construction and Civil Engineering Academy for individuals seeking to enter employment within the construction industry.

This 10 day academy provides high-quality training, practical experience, and a recognised qualification to help participants take their first steps into this fast growing sector.

Programme start date

Monday 2nd February 2026
Duration: 10 days
Time: 9.00am to 5.00pm
Location: SERC Lisburn Campus

Register your interest

Use the link below to register your interest. A member of the SERC Business Services Team will contact you with next steps.

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Academy breakdown

Benefits of Completing This Programme

• increased confidence and readiness for employment
• industry-related skills for the construction and civil engineering sector
• support with CV building, job searching, and interview skills
• hands-on experience through practical workshops

Entry Requirements

To join the academy, applicants must:

• reside within the Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council area
• be 18 years of age or over
• be economically inactive, unemployed, underemployed, or at risk of redundancy

Participants will gain

• a CMI Level 3 Award in Project Management
• practical construction and engineering experience
• skills aligned with current employer needs

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