Members

Yorkshire Construction Training Group members have a range of services at their disposal to support their training and workforce development needs. If you are a member and need advice and guidance, or would  like to discuss available grants and funding, please contact Lorraine Kirbitson at lorraine@yctg.co.uk

If you are not a member but would like to find out more, check out our FAQs page or get in touch by using our handy Contact Us form.

The Yorkshire Construction Training Group is an LBG (Private Company Limited by Guarantee) and a self-funded not-for-profits collective. The Group has a Board, comprising of a handful of YCTG members who generously give their time for free. The Board is supported by a paid advisor, who provides training and funding expertise and manages the running of the Group on the Board’s behalf.

Our members are fully committed to driving high standards across the industry though excellent training and a highly skilled workforce. Scroll down to view our YCTG Members Directory.

Meet the Board

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Amanda Rhodes FLPI Tech IOSH

Operations Manager

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Having worked in construction for over 20 years, mainly with small companies, Amanda is familiar with the issues and concerns affecting small businesses across Yorkshire. 
As former Chair of the North Yorkshire Construction Training Group, she is well placed to provide the Yorkshire Construction Training Group's membership a voice and represent their interests across the region.

Vernon Carter MBA

Managing Director

After starting his career as an apprentice, Vernon worked his way up to become a Board level director of a large national specialist contractor before forming his own company in 2013.
Vernon is a champion for excellent training for not just his own staff, but for other construction SMEs, to help raise standards across the industry. Whether it’s apprenticeships or skilled trades training; business administration or professional staff development, he is keen to support the Group to stretch their abilities and achieve their goals.
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Lorraine Kirbitson FIOEE

Training Manager

Yorkshire Construction Training Group

Lorraine initially qualified as an Accountant then went on to gain over 20 years experience within the construction industry. 
With hands on knowledge of the challenges facing construction businesses and an in-depth understanding of compliance and developing people, she is well suited to support members’ training needs as the Group’s Advisor and Training Manager. 
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Janie Corby

Compliance Director

With over 13 years' experience in the retail and shopfitting sector, Janie is a Compliance Director at Audas Project Management with a background in Project Management and Account Management. 
Janie is passionate about driving high standards, supporting teams, and inspiring the next generation of industry professionals.
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Amanda Davidson Assoc CIPD

HR Manager

Experienced Human Resources Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the construction industry. 
Skilled in Corporate Social Responsibility, Coaching, Network Marketing, Graduate Recruitment, and Construction. An enthusiastic supporter of training and development to raise industry standards.
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Sonia Jamieson MCMI, AIIRSM, AIEMA

SHEQ Manager

Sonia has worked in the construction retail and shopfitting sector for 13 years, managing Safety, Health, Environment and Quality. 
A previous finalist in the National Building and Construction Awards Women in Construction category, and a Construction Ambassador, she is passionate about promoting the industry as an exciting career choice.

YCTG Members Directory

A - E

Abrahams & Carlisle Ltd

Acomb Construction Ltd

ADNC Projects Ltd

Apollo Scaffolding (Leeds) Ltd

Artium Construction Ltd

Audas Ltd

Bagnalls

Bricktie Ltd

Britcab Ltd

Cardinal Project Management Ltd

CG Building and Restoration Ltd

C.O.G. Scaffolding Services Ltd

Complete Access Scaffolding Ltd

D Noble Ltd

Dan Barker Building & Joinery Ltd

Dan Hotham Joinery

David Box Ltd

Dean Construction & Groundworks Ltd

Dobson Construction Ltd

E - L

Ellison Construction Ltd

GEM Construction (York) Ltd

GMI Construction plc

Green & Heritage Roofing Ltd

Guy Bentley Groundworks Ltd

Hallam Scaffolding Ltd

Harrogate Scaffolding

HBCL Coldstores Ltd

Jobsafe Ltd

J Mark Construction Ltd

J Staley Stonework Ltd

JWA Shopfitting Solutions Ltd

JWK Developments Ltd

Kent Building Developments Ltd

Lee Hill Construction Ltd

Lindum York

M - R

MLC (York) Ltd

Moody Construction Ltd

MOST Construction Ltd

MSW Surfacing & Groundworks Ltd

Mulgrave Developments Ltd

NJC Yorkshire Ltd

Northmead Homes Ltd

OG Civils Ltd

Peter Thompson Joinery Ltd

Plant Machinery UK Ltd

Playscheme

RCP (Roofing & Cladding) Projects Ltd

Robinson Construction Ltd

Ryburn Construction Ltd

Ryedale Interiors Ltd

Ryedale Plasterers Ltd

S- Z

Scanlan Construction Ltd

SCS Building Solutions Ltd

Sigma (Leeds) Ltd

Sigma Group

Simpson

SKY Scaffolding (Whitby) Ltd

Stable Scaffolding Ltd

Stonebridge Homes Ltd

Synergize Ltd

Tom Willoughby Ltd

Triton Construction Ltd

Walter Thompson (Contractors) Ltd

Waring Building & Roofing Ltd

Wilf Noble Construction Ltd

Wilkinson Builders Ltd

William Birch & Sons Ltd

Yorkshire Homes (Leeds) Ltd

Yorkshire Sheeting & Insulation Services Ltd

Zircon Flooring Ltd

Membership Fees

New members pay just £65 for membership up to the 31st of December 2026. ‍

To become a member or to find out more, get in touch using our handy Contact Us form or email Lorraine Kirbitson at lorraine@yctg.co.uk