Member Spotlight: Morgan Construction Wales – Building the next generation of talent

At CCTAL, we’re proud to highlight one of our members, Morgan Construction Wales (MCW), for their incredible work in nurturing young talent. By offering hands-on apprenticeships, mentorship, and real-world experience, they’re helping shape the future of construction. Meet James Lloyd, Dennis Moore, Leia Bovett, and Rhodri Thomas – four apprentices whose stories show the importance of opportunity and support in building rewarding careers.

Finding their paths in construction

James Lloyd, now 24, first dreamed of becoming an architect but found his passion in Quantity Surveying after work experience opened his eyes to the mix of design, finance, and problem-solving involved. Despite setbacks like the closure of his first employer, James pushed forward, joining Morgan Construction Wales and earning a first-class degree. Today, he manages contracts, costs, and budgets, bringing projects to life.

For Dennis Moore, construction was always the goal. At 23, he’s already a skilled groundworker after completing his Level 2 Diploma in Construction Operations. Dennis joined MCW directly, tackling key tasks like laying foundations and ensuring project safety.

Leia Bovett, 17, found her passion in civil engineering through school and college. Now a civil engineering apprentice with MCW, she’s already making an impact by digitising health and safety processes.

Rhodri Thomas, 23, followed his family footsteps into the industry and is excelling in his degree apprenticeship in Construction Management and Technology. As a site engineer at MCW, he combines technical tools and teamwork to solve on-site challenges and deliver results.

Learning and growing under Morgan Construction

Morgan Construction Wales is committed to offering apprentices experience across various construction sectors, including project management, surveying, groundwork, and civil engineering. By offering practical training, Morgan Construction Wales ensures apprentices gain the knowledge needed for a well-rounded skillset.

James was trusted to take on big responsibilities early, like managing procurement for a housing project and improving reporting processes. These experiences built his confidence and skills.

Dennis values the teamwork and mentorship at Morgan Construction Wales, where he’s been guided by experienced groundworkers to master critical aspects of the trade. He’s proud of his role in laying the foundations for every project’s success.

Leia’s managers encourage her to innovate. Her work digitising safety forms has streamlined processes, saving time and improving accuracy. Alongside her practical experience, she’s also studying for her BTEC Diploma in Civil Engineering.

Rhodri’s hands-on training includes advanced surveying with GPS tools and certifications like Working at Height and Site Supervisor Safety Training. He appreciates how MCW helps him connect what he learns at university to real-world projects.

Every day at Morgan Construction Wales brings new challenges and opportunities. James loves seeing a project go from blueprints to finished homes. Dennis enjoys knowing his groundwork is essential to every building’s stability. Leia thrives on the variety and problem-solving the industry offers. Rhodri takes pride in being trusted to make decisions and share ideas that improve efficiency.

MCW’s culture ensures that young professionals feel valued. The team encourages fresh perspectives and supports innovation, such as exploring greener construction practices, and often challenging outdated methods and pushing for better solutions.

Building the future

Morgan Construction Wales’ apprentices are proof that construction offers endless opportunities for growth. With strong support, they’re building not just careers but also the future of the industry.

James plans to take on bigger responsibilities managing subcontractor packages, whereas Dennis is excited to keep learning and growing in his trade. Leia wants to focus on sustainable building practices, while Rhodri looks forward to applying his knowledge to larger-scale projects.

When asked for their advice for others considering a career in construction, all encourage future apprentices to be curious, work hard, and embrace every opportunity to learn.

Whether you’re interested in design, engineering, or hands-on trades, construction has something for everyone.

Why it matters

Morgan Construction Wales is committed to developing the next generation of professionals through their apprenticeship programs. By investing in young talent, they are not only ensuring the future of the construction industry but also offering evolving training and fresh ideas that keep the sector progressing. At CCTAL, we are proud to support companies like MCW, who demonstrate that with the right support, mentorship, and opportunities, young professionals can play a key role in shaping the industry’s future.