Free career support: mentoring for people starting out in construction across Nigeria. Get support
🤝 Free · Nigeria & Ghana · Career support

Starting out?
You’re not on your own.

Our free Construction Career Support Programme mentors people starting a new construction job — or returning to the industry — helping you settle in, stay safe and build a stable, rewarding career. No prior BCTI training required.

FreeFor eligible people
1:1Personal mentoring
No trainingneeded first
Free, personal support to help you build a lasting career:
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Who it’s for

Support for the first few weeks — and beyond

You’re eligible if you’ve started construction work in the last four weeks, you’re job-seeking in construction, or you’re returning after two or more years away. Employers can refer new hires too.

Starting a new job

Just begun a construction role and want help settling in, adapting to worksite culture, and doing well.

Job-seeking

Looking for your pathway into the building trades and want practical advice, qualification guidance, and connections.

Returning to the industry

Back after two or more years away and getting your safety cards, trade competence, and confidence up to speed.

What we help with

Support across every part of starting out

Construction & site skills

Site culture and work expectations, health & safety basics, short-course pathways, and help getting your CSCS card.

Practical life support

Guidance on living arrangements, housing challenges, and transport planning so daily logistics don’t hold you back.

Financial awareness

Budgeting advice, money management tips, handling debts, and understanding workplace financial arrangements.

Personal responsibilities

Practical strategies for childcare, family obligations, and managing your time effectively around construction shifts.

Wellbeing & workplace support

Mental-health support, stress-management techniques, and coping strategies for pressure on and off site.

Open support

Reach out for help with any hurdle, barrier, or question — if it impacts your work and growth, our mentors are here to help.

How it works

Getting support is simple

Reach out

Create your free account online or ask your employer to refer you directly.

We get to know you

We assess your current circumstances and identify what practical help you need most.

Get matched to support

You’re connected with a dedicated mentor and tailored guidance resources.

Build your career

Settle into your role, stay confident in your work, and grow with ongoing support.

● Why it matters

Helping people stay and thrive in construction

Too many good workers leave construction in the first few weeks due to non-work pressures or unmanaged challenges. Our mentoring programme helps you conquer early hurdles so you can build a stable, rewarding career.

  • Completely free for eligible participants
  • Support with work, life, money, and wellbeing
  • No prior BCTI training required
  • Employers can refer newly hired workers directly
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Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Who is the mentoring for?

People starting a new construction job, job-seeking in construction, or returning to the industry after two or more years away. You don’t need to have trained with BCTI first, and employers can refer newly hired workers too.

Am I eligible?

If you’ve started construction work within the last four weeks, or you’re actively job-seeking in construction in Nigeria or Ghana, you’re eligible. If you’re unsure, message our team on WhatsApp and we’ll check for you.

How much does it cost?

It’s completely free for eligible participants — this is a workforce support initiative backed by partner organisations, not a paid course.

What does a mentor actually help with?

Everything from settling into worksite expectations and getting a CSCS card, to practical life support like housing, transportation, budgeting, work-life balance, and wellbeing.

How do I get started?

Create your free student account or contact us via WhatsApp, and our team will match you with a mentor. Employers can also refer their staff directly.

Where is it available?

Across Nigeria, delivered through our Lekki, Lagos training centre — as well as our Accra, Ghana centre.

Take the first step toward a stable career

Free, personal support to help you start — and stay — in construction. Reach out and our team will guide you forward.

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