SPRA NextGen
SPRA NextGen is an initiative focused on promoting single ply roofing as a viable and rewarding career for the next generation.
The single ply roofing sector offers skilled, long-term career opportunities, yet many young people are unaware of the routes into the industry. SPRA Next Gen aims to raise awareness, highlight career pathways, and support the future workforce of the sector.
What We Do
SPRA NextGen works to:
- Promote single ply roofing careers to young people
- Highlight training, qualifications and progression routes
- Support the long-term sustainability of the industry
We also welcome input from businesses who are experiencing challenges with recruiting, training and retaining young people, to help inform future support and initiatives.
Get Involved
SPRA NextGen is a collaborative initiative open to contractors, manufacturers, suppliers and industry partners.
If you would like to join the conversation, take part in the survey, or find out when the next meeting is taking place, please contact us using the following form.
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Open Doors 2026 – Promote Events Now
With the demand for construction skills higher than ever, attracting the next generation remains a priority. Open Doors 2026, a Build UK initiative, provides an excellent opportunity to showcase the wide range of careers available across the construction industry.
Visitor bookings opened recently and have already seen almost 2,000 bookings in the first three days. More than 160 events are taking place across the UK from Monday 23 to Saturday 28 March 2026, including major projects such as Buckingham Palace, Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Prince Charles Hospital, and Dundonald International Ice Bowl.
There is still time to get involved.
SPRA members can support Open Doors by hosting an event, helping young people book a visit, or promoting events to schools, colleges, and on social media, helping to inspire future talent and demonstrate that there is a career in construction for everyone.
Find out more and get involved:
https://opendoors.construction