19 May 2026
Mental Health Awareness Week 2026: Where to Find Support
Mental Health Awareness Week 2026: find practical mental health support resources and UK helplines, including Samaritans, Mind, Shout and NHS services.
20 April 2026
VGC Launches 2026 Drugs, Alcohol & Medication Safety Campaign to Reinforce Fit-for-Work Standards on Site
VGC’s 2026 Drugs, Alcohol & Medication Safety Campaign raises awareness of impairment risks on site and reinforces clear expectations around being fit for work.
14 April 2026
VGC Group Shortlisted for ESG Award at New Civil Engineer Awards 2026
VGC Group has been shortlisted for the Environmental, Social and Governance Leader – Contractor category at the New Civil Engineer Awards 2026.
8 April 2026
Why CareerForces Joined VGC Group | Andy Howe’s Journey
Andy Howe, founder of CareerForces, shares the story behind the veteran recruitment social enterprise and why joining VGC Group expands career opportunities for service leavers.
6 April 2026
VGC Supports Future Talent During National Careers Week
VGC supported schools, training providers and industry partners during National Careers Week, helping students and career changers explore careers in construction.
8 January 2026
VGC Director of SHE Achieves Chartered IOSH Status & Becomes a Chartered Fellow of the CMI
VGC celebrates Director of SHE Richard Wheeler achieving Chartered IOSH and Chartered Fellow of the CMI status, reinforcing leadership, safety and professional standards across the business.
18 December 2025
Go Beyond Award Winners 2025
We were delighted to announce the winners of 2025 Go Beyond Awards at our six monthly all staff meeting on Thursday 18th December 2025. The awards reflect the three core VGC values: We Achieve Potential • We Deliver on Our Promises • We Look After Each Other Two awards are given in each category for our
16 December 2025
Nick Wells
It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of our friend and colleague, Nick Wells. Nick started with VGC in 2007 on the East London Line and progressed through the ranks to the role of labour manager, where in recent years he has overseen recruitment on major infrastructure projects including
8 December 2025
VGC – Go Beyond Awards Shortlist 2025
We are delighted to share the shortlist for this year’s VGC Group Go Beyond Awards, celebrating our colleagues who consistently demonstrate the VGC values and go above and beyond in their roles. Nominations are submitted throughout the year by colleagues, clients and suppliers. Each month, our leadership team reviews every nomination and selects outstanding individuals
14 October 2025
VGC Wins 2025 Solihull Pioneer Award
VGC Group has been recognised with the Solihull Pioneer Award at the 2025 Solihull Chamber of Commerce Awards, held at the National Conference Centre on October 3rd.
13 October 2025
Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award
Awarded Gold by the Ministry of Defence, VGC is recognised for championing veterans, reservists and military families through recruitment and training.
9 October 2025
Supporting NEETS with HRUC and The King’s Trust
VGC partnered with Align JV and HRUC to help NEETs gain hands-on experience, skills and career confidence through a four-day community initiative.
