About CIOB Academy

We help individuals and companies realise their potential in the construction industry by providing a range of resources and training that develop the right practical skills and attitudes needed for delivering on time, to budget and with the highest standards of quality.

The vision of the Academy is to lead and inspire excellence in the built environment by being the premier provider of professional development resources in the construction sector.

Since 2017 the Academy has been successfully providing support to global professionals with a mix of online and offline training, CPD and publications. Our resources cover best practice across the main competencies of construction management, as well as the latest information and updates regarding legislation, modern methods of construction, in addition to many other topics.

Resources can be accessed by individuals or companies via our dedicated website or brought to your location via our in-house offering, so whatever the needs of industry, the Academy is here to support.

deeply about providing a home for all the professional development needs of built environment professionals around the globe
about working with companies to identify the needs of their staff and to develop and deliver resources that exceed expectations
about using the latest technology and systems to deliver an exceptional experience to those who use the Academy
about helping construction managers to demonstrate they are a talented and diverse workforce, making a real and positive difference to global challenges in the built environment

Adrian Montague

Academy Director

Adrian Montague has been leading for CIOB Academy since 2017 and has held the role of Academy Director since 2022. Adrian’s strategic approach to leadership ensures the Academy is always best positioned to help you, the members of the built environment, have access to the very best professional development and construction education resources.

Luke Beardall

Head of Academy Sales

Luke Beardall has over 7 years of experience in the education sector, and currently works for CIOB Academy leading the solutions team, handling the sales of academy products to commercial bodies you operate in, and ensuring that commercial packages match the needs of your teams’ projects and plans.

Sara Brown

Senior Training and Qualifications Manager

Sara Brown is a senior training and qualifications manager at the CIOB Academy and has been a key team leader since September 2022. She leads the development and oversight of training programmes, implementing new courses to bolster the build environment, and ensuring all course content delivered to your itinerary is relevant to legislation, industry standards and maintains the high-quality associated with CIOB.

Dr Gina Al-Talal FCIOB

Head of Technical and Standards Development

Gina is a Fellow of the CIOB with over 30 years’ experience in the construction sector and membership organisations. She is the Head of Technical and Standards Development at the CIOB, where she leads the delivery of CPDs, technical publications, and the online library and information services. Gina works closely with subject matter experts to ensure content remains high-quality, and aligned with industry needs.

Autumn O'Neill

Publications Executive

Autumn is the Publications Executive at CIOB, managing the technical publications production from ideation to completion. Working closely with subject matter experts and internal teams, she helps ensure content is accurate, accessible and aligned with the needs of professionals in the built environment. She brings a wealth of experience in publishing and content management and is committed to ensuring CIOB continues to provide high-quality resources to support lifelong learning within the industry.

Megan Valler

Content Analyst

Megan Valler joined the CIOB Academy’s Knowledge Hub in 2017 bringing core skills on customer service, digital and statistical analysis. She now manages the CPD Portal, ensuring that we are regularly adding relevant and informative content to strengthen the talent of our global community. Megan is passionate about friendly and knowledgeable customer interaction, high-quality content, and helping members to progress in their fields.

Rowena Midson

Knowledge Hub Officer

Rowena Midson is the CIOB Academy’s Knowledge Hub Officer, handling portal membership and coordinating the creation of continued professional development (CPD) resources. She ensures these resources are up-to-date and accessible for members of the global construction community. She also assists with the delivery of technical publications, ensuring you are receiving informed documents that empower the built environment in practical ways.

Beth Milnes

Academy Solutions Supervisor

Beth is the newest member of the Academy sales team, working alongside Luke to deliver the construction training which matches your personal goals. Beth also supports enrolments and answers course-related questions that you might have, whether you are thinking about, or are currently enrolled. Beth ensures that you have all the information you require, and know all your training options, as to take the next step in your professional career.

Kasia Pawlus

Lead Digital Learning Designer

Kasia Pawlus works closely with our subject matter experts to ensure that course content is of the highest possible quality and is relevant to the modern construction landscape. She continually assesses courses to ensure your overall journey through the CIOB Academy is always engaging – she also handles feedback sent through to the academy, taking everything you say into consideration as new course content is developed.

Michael Knight

Academic Coordinator

Michael joined as Academy Administrator in July 2025, bringing a wide variety of experience from roles in education, customer service and administration. Michael is primarily responsible for handling course bookings and managing webinars, as well as supporting with any queries delegates may have to ensure that their experience is as smooth and straightforward as possible. Michael also works proactively to ensure that the Academy’s processes and procedures are the best that they can be, ensuring a dependably strong service is provided to delegates.

Andria Da Costa Correia

Training Support Coordinator

Andria is the Academy’s training support coordinator with a plethora of experience in administration and finance. Andria ensures delegates have the support they need with a positive and proactive approach to enquiries, ensuring you have the support you need through your learning journey with CIOB academy.

Lela Sheikh

Qualifications Administrator

Lela is the Academy’s Qualifications Administrator, working closely with multiple stakeholders to support the successful delivery of distance learning qualifications. She plays a key role in maintaining quality assurance across all documentation, processes, and procedures, ensuring compliance and high standards throughout. Known for her problem-solving and attention to detail approach, Lela is dedicated to providing excellent support and ensuring a positive experience for learners and stakeholders alike.

Paul Riglar

Academy Marketing Officer

Paul Riglar joined the CIOB Academy in May 2025 as an Academy Marketing Officer. He brings a strong background in construction publishing, hands-on experience in content creation, and a plethora of experience in digital marketing management.
In his role, Paul leads the development of marketing materials for the Academy, manages the presentation of its products, and ensures key information is clearly communicated to the public through a range of online platforms.

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