Tamsin Parkes

Tamsin is a Project Manager at Build UK , the leading representative organisation for the UK construction industry. She is at the heart of Build UK’s work to recruit the next generation into the industry and leads on Open Doors , which takes visitors behind the scenes to showcase the fantastic range of careers available in UK construction. Her involvement has seen visitor numbers increase year on year, with over 80% saying they were more likely to consider a career in the industry after their visit in 2026. Tamsin also manages Build UK’s involvement with the Construction Industry Joint Council (CIJC), where the employer representatives work to maintain employee benefits contained within the Working Rule Agreement. Tamsin has worked in the industry for over eight years and previously managed the Association of Technical Lightning & Access Specialists (ATLAS) and the Steeplejack and Lightning Protection Training Group (SLPTG). Prior to joining Build UK, she was involved in running na