Join construction leaders, clients, contractors, consultants and policymakers from across the region

Join construction leaders, clients, contractors, consultants and policymakers from across the region at the West Midlands Construction Summit 2026 on 8 October 2026 at The Birmingham Conference & Events Centre.

This flagship event will explore key issues shaping the future of the industry, including artificial intelligence, construction procurement and the future project pipeline. Through keynote presentations, expert speakers and panel discussions, delegates will gain valuable insights into emerging trends, policy developments and best practice, while benefiting from excellent networking opportunities with industry peers.

The summit runs from 8.30am to 1.00pm, beginning with breakfast networking and concluding with an included sandwich lunch. A limited number of VIP Lunch places are also available for those wishing to continue conversations with speakers and senior industry leaders.

Full itinerary

8.30am Reception with tea/coffee & pastries

9.00am Welcome from Uma Shanker

9.10am Keynote Presentation from Stephen Simpkins, Deputy Mayor, WMCA (invited)

9.30am AI “The good, the bad and the ethical”

Lead speaker: Amadeep Gill, Trowers & Hamlins

Panel:

James Garner, Gleeds

James Thompson, Severn Trent Water

Genna Rourke and Steve Webley, Built Intelligence

10.30am Tea/coffee & biscuits

10.50am The Future of Construction Procurement

Lead speaker: TBC

Panel:

Adrian Speller, Speller Metcalfe

Samantha Hunter, Dudley College

Damian Donnelly, Acivico

11.50am Shaping the future pipeline

Lead speaker: Alan Wilen, Glenigan

Panel:

Rob Lamond, WMCA

Jez Sweetland, MHCLG

Homes England representative TBC

12.50pm Closing comments from Andrew Carpenter

1.00pm Sandwich lunch (included) or 3 course VIP Lunch (£50 per person)

Ticket Prices

Regional Members: £65 + VAT

Non-Members: £95 + VAT

VIP Lunch (15 places available): £50 + VAT

Sponsorship

Exhibitors – £250 + VAT each

Please contact tom.carpenter@cemidlands.org

Tickets

Regional Members: £65 + VAT

Non Members: £95 + VAT

VIP Lunch: £50 + VAT (limited to 15 places)

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