Every new home built is the result of hard work – and plenty of it.
But it’s not just the hard work of one team that gets the job done.
Subcontractors in a variety of specialisms play a vital role across the industry, putting their expertise into practice for the builders whose reputations rely on them.
It’s why we believe the people who are so essential to delivering build quality deserve the best support possible.
Subcontractors matter – so helping them makes us tick.
Taking you to the next level
Finding training that genuinely adds value can be a challenge, especially for small businesses.
Investing in skills needs to be done with confidence; the relevant content, the strongest trainers and the most convenient learning methods possible.
But where to begin?
We’ve developed specialist courses that cover key construction topics while providing practical learning focused on real site challenges.
Different delivery methods, durations and price tags mean there’s something valuable for every kind of subcontractor.
All our courses are designed to improve competence, confidence and workmanship, with one key purpose: to help you work more productively and profitably.
The next generation
Everyone in construction is finding it harder to attract and retain talent as the workforce ages.
No surprise our dedicated apprenticeship programmes are already proving popular with subcontractors.
They take advantage of our purpose-built training hubs and the extensive experience of our teams to pass on knowhow quickly and enjoyably.
Crucially, the path to completion typically takes between 14 and 18 months – almost half the length of a traditional apprenticeship.
Specialists in your corner
Sometimes it isn’t training or new skills that you need, though.
It’s just as important to understand the latest best practice rules and processes, particularly with the regulatory landscape ever evolving.
We’re hosting free Subcontractor Seminars where you can hear about changes to NHBC Standards and the trends we’re seeing – including issues leading to more warranty claims.
These expert-led sessions give you the chance to avoid recurring problems that cost you money.
What if you already have all the confidence you need to do great work?
You can prove it with an NVQ that assesses your on-site performance and earns you a recognised, valued qualification.
The known name
So there’s plenty of support for subcontractors available from NHBC – but are we the right place to go?
You might associate us with the builders you work for, given our long history of carrying out inspections on sites and providing our market-leading warranty and insurance products.
But the truth is, we’re far more than an insurer.
Today, we’re just as committed to helping those on the tools – the people and teams out on site – every single day.
The end result is more brilliant homes, businesses that are more productive and an industry that’s stronger for all of us.
It all leads to higher quality – and quality makes us tick.
