Your Career Starts Here

With highly competitive starting salaries and constant career opportunities, there has never been a better time to enter the world of construction.

Industry growth

since 2020

Construction is one of the fastest growing sectors in the UK.

Salaries

on average

The construction industry has some of the most competitive salaries of any industry.

Got questions? We've got answers

Do I need any experience to get started in construction?

For school leavers, we offer various level 1 courses to get you started. Once you’ve received this qualification you can either progress on to the level 2 qualification or find an employer to hire you as an apprentice.

What professional routes are available in construction?

There are a wide range of career paths in construction. If a trade isn’t for you, you can turn your skills towards the planning side of construction. If you’re creative, why not try design or engineering. If you are quite analytical and have great attention to detail, you’d make a great Quantity Surveyor or Transport Planner.

The list of options are endless.

What career prospects are there?

Depending on what you want out of life, there are options for you in construction. If you want to become self-employed one day and have the flexibility to work when and where you want, you could choose one of our trade courses.

If you want to climb the corporate ladder, you could work your way up to a Director in an already established company.

If you want to travel and take your skills to a different country, you can choose any course as the skills shortage in construction is international.

Next Open Day : 14/10/26

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Find your forte

There’s more to construction than you may think; our courses provide career options for everyone, regardless of personal strengths and preferred learning style.

Hands-on

Prefer something more practical? Construction is full of roles that require someone who prefers a role that's more hands-on.

Examples

Analytical

If your strengths lie in planning, calculating, and calling the shots, there are plenty of options for you in the construction industry.

Examples

Creative

There is more to construction than bricks and mortar. A number of roles need someone creative to design, create and problem solve.

Examples

Why study with us

At Leeds College of Building we offer a great alternative to other educational institutions. Courses are based on careers in building services, construction and engineering sectors.

A career to be proud of

With high starting salaries, rewarding career progression, and the potential to be your own boss, there’s never been a better time to enter the world of construction.

Built around you

Whatever your situation and wherever you are on your journey, we have courses to suit your lifestyle and aspirations.

The student lifestyle

There’s more to life than just hard work! At LCB, our range of extracurricular activities make you feel part of something beyond your study.

Why study with us

At Leeds College of Building we offer a great alternative to other providers. Courses are based on careers in building services, construction and engineering sectors.

Best in class facilities

With high starting salaries, rewarding career progression, and the potential to be your own boss, LCB can help you start your journey.

The student lifestyle

There’s more to life than just hard work! At LCB, our range of extracurricular activities make you feel part of something beyond your study.

An epic, vibrant city

Leeds is a thriving hub for culture and a perfect city to study. LCB is the best place to develop your future career in construction.

What our Students Think

Find out what our students have to say about their time at LCB

Zuhair Zafar

Design, Surveying and Planning T level

“The lovely Employability Team at college helped me find my work placement with the Morgan Sindall Group at their site in Woodhouse. The project involved a school extension, and I joined as a placement Quantity Surveyor.”

Parents of Molly Fulton

Quantity Surveyor Apprenticeship

“As a parent, I wanted Molly to have a clear career path, and I wasn’t convinced A-levels would provide that. When we visited Leeds College of Building, it was relaxed, friendly, and career-focused.”

Brandon Perry

Civil Engineering Apprenticeship

“I’m fuelled by responsibility, so this course gave me the autonomy to manage my own projects whilst having the safety net of guidance and support when needed. It’s the perfect blend challenge and mentorship. .”

Rye Kilburn

Full time Plastering Course

“My favourite part of the course is just learning the trade. There’s something really satisfying about seeing the plaster go on the wall and knowing you’re getting closer to where you want to be. Every time I’m working, I feel like I’m moving toward my career goals.”