A - News Reports October to January 2016 - Master Graeme Monteith
8th October - Installation Service at St Lawrence Jewery followed by The Installation Dinner at Carpenters` Hall
The Master for 2015/16 Graeme Monteith BSc (Hons) CEng MICE here with his wife Kirsteen now The Mistress of The Company. Were installed in office in the splendour of Carpenters` Hall there after followed the Installation Dinner.
Among The Company Guests we were privileged to host were our own Past Master and now City of London Sheriff for 2015/16 Dr Christine Rigden seen here with The Master & Mistress accompanied by Past Master Stephen Rigden a case of all in the family of constructors in the warm circle of our hearts.
Other principle guests of The Company were:-
Master York Guild of Building, Rev Christopher Cullwick
Master World Trader, Mark Hardy
Master Environmental Cleaner, Timothy Doyle
Master Tyler & Bricklayer, Tom Rider
Master Turner, Nick Edwards
Master Information Technologists, Nicholas Birtles
Master Livery Company of Wales, Wayne Marlow
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Above: The Lord Berkeley OBE, CEng, MICE, Hon FIMechE, Hon DSc, FRSA, FCIT, Chairman of the Rail Freight Group who kindly proposed the toast to "The Company" at The Master`s invitation.
It is reported:-
The Installation of our New Master Graeme Monteith and the four Wardens took place in front of the Company, their Families, Friends and visiting Masters in St Lawrence Jewry.
During the Company’s Annual church Service. This impressive and public event was followed by the Installation Dinner at Carpenter’s Hall. This was a very merry evening with a strong Scotish flavour with The Master and a friend in kilts and the Master’s procession being led into dinner by a piper.
In a change to the normal form the guests were welcomed at the beginning of the evening and their health being proposed by the Master at the end of his speech. The Dinner was also attended by Sheriff & Past Master Dr Christine Rigden and her husband and Past Master Stephen.
The evening a jolly affair and we look forward to many more.
20th October 2016 - Sheriff Dr Christine Rigden, Past Master Constructor
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Queen Elizabeth 11 greets City Dignitaries during the Offical Ceremonial Welcome for the Chinese State Visit of The Peoples Republic of China, Mr Xi Jinping and his wife Madame Peng Liyan. (Getty Images)
22 Oct 2015 - Service of National Remembrance at St Paul's Cathedral for BD75 (Bomb Disposal 75 years)
The Master and Wardens together with The Immediate Past Master attended the 22 Oct 2015 - Service of National Remembrance at St Paul's Cathedral followed by a reception in Guildhall to recognise 75years of Army Bomb Disposal.
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The Company is affliated to 101 (City of London) Engineer Regiment (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) (V) and we are honoured to be in attendance.
The Regiment is a hybrid Regiment consisting of both TA and Regular Squadrons working side by side. Regimental Headquarters and the Regular Squadrons are based at Carver Barracks, Wimbish, Essex with the TA Squadrons based in London and across the South East.
The Regiment consists of 5 Squadrons:
22 HQ & Support Squadron (EOD)
17 Field Squadron (EOD)
21 Field Squadron (EOD)
221 Field Squadron (EOD) (V) based at Catford / Rochester
579 Field Squadron (EOD) (V) based at Tunbridge Wells / Reigate / Brighton
The Master Graeme Monteith chatting to Former Sheriff George Gillon FRICS CC after the Service in St Paul`s.
Here our Past Master now Sherrif Dr Christine Rigden meeting with Lt Col “Dickie” Hawkins MBE now CO 101 Regt and an Honorary Member of The Company at the reception in Guildhall.
Our Senior Warden Ian Mason, Middle Warden Tony Ward and (in blue) Immediate Past Master Victoria Russell together with Ms Erica Stary, Master Plumber at the reception.
November - Master and Wardens Presentation of Company Gift to City of London Sheriff Dr Christine Rigden
Saturday the 14th November
Dawned wet but mild. Despite the weather and the dreadful events of the night before in Paris the Crowds formed early and were as enthusiastic as ever. This was a unique Lord Mayors Show for the Company. Sheriff & Past Master Dr Christine Rigden was riding in style accompanying the Lord Mayor and thus as the Mother Company the Master, Senior & Middle Wardens and the Clerk rode in a carriage.
The Company’s Banner accompanied Christine and the intrepid 4 braving the rain travelled to the Law Courts through remarkably supportive and enthusiastic crowds. At the Law Courts we were privileged to watch the presentation of the Lord Mayor to the highest Judges in the land. Thus complying with the instruction of King John whose proclamation set up the office of Lord Mayor 800 years ago. It was a remarkable ceremony and one we will all remember.
23rd November TEAMBUILD Weekend
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AECOM
ARUP
Balfour Beatty
BAM Construction
BDP
BuroHappold Engineering
BWB Consulting
Core Five
Curtins Consulting Ltd
Eckersley O’Callaghan
Elliott Wood
Hawkins\Brown
HTA Design
Laing O’Roarke
Max Fordham
Mott MacDonald
Murphy Group
Peter Brett Associates
Price & Myers
Reiach and Hall Architects
Rider Hunt
Skanska
Sir Robert McAlpine
Sponsors and Supporters of Teambuild 2015
Principal Sponsors
Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
Institution of Structural Engineers Educational Trust
(IStructE Educational Trust)
Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers
(CIBSE)
Considerate Constructors Scheme
Special thanks to the generous support of
Commercial Education Trust (CET)
Additional Sponsorship
The Manly Trust
Team Prizes sponsored by
The Worshipful Company of Constructors
The Worshipful Company of Chartered Architects
Considerate Constructors Scheme
Teambuild Association
Individual Prize
Commercial Education Trust (CET)
Teambuild is also supported by
Construction Industry Publications; IMechE; RIBA; RICS; The Society of Construction Law.
Professional photographs, which can be used for publication, will be uploaded here from 1500hrs Tuesday 24th November.
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Quotes:David Coughtrie, Chairman of Commercial Education Trust (part of LCCI)
The construction industry today, in the UK and internationally, is a highly competitive environment: commercial knowledge and leadership skills are essential for success. Professional discipline, commercial nous and leadership skills are essential to succeed in today’s competitive environment. CET support Teambuild.
John Brennan, FCIOB, Project Director at Skanska Plc
“Teambuild is a great event, and it has been very rewarding to observe the teams get together over the demanding tasks set, and all of them rising to the challenge to be the best!
“Very similar to Real-Life project situations, this is a great learning experience for all those taking part.”
John Sayers, Considerate Constructors Scheme Ambassador
“It was a delight to see such enthusiasm and passion for the industry from each team. Every participant understood the value of teamwork and, over the course of the two days, gained a number of essential skills. On behalf of the Scheme, I would like to congratulate the winners and thank each team for taking part.”
Ade Awujoola, ASHRAE, and CEO of Cool Plus (Lagos)
“This is one of those experiences you just can’t forget”
Richard Rooley, PPASHRAE, Chairman of the Competition and Past Master Worshipful Company of Constructors
“The calibre of our judges this year was extraordinary; matched only by their dedication to the task. It is wonderful to see so many of the winning teams made up from multiple companies across the industry, working together towards a common goal. The future of our industry is in good hands.”
The Master Graeme Monteith held a full Court Meeting in Wax Chandlers` Hall at which he was accompanied by The Wardens and Court Assistants. Also in attendance were a number of Past Masters.
The business of The Court included reports on Company Scholarships, charitable fund Raising and the financial position of the Company Charitable Trust at the year end noting the success of its growth and ability to award funds to reflect the strategy of the trust.
The following were admitted as Freemen of the Company:
Mr Michael J Salmon FCIOB FCICES MCIArb, Immediate Past President of CIOB Regional Council for Middle East & India. A Chartered Construction Manager and CEO of Cameron-Salmon Consulting Ltd a Commercial Risk & Project Management Company of Britton Street, City of London EC1. Michael is introduced by Court Assistant Jonathan Bowcott BSC (Hons) MRICS MCIArb
Dr Peter Geraghty BSc DIS MCD PhD CMS DMS MCIOB FCABE FRTPI FRSA The Head of Planning & Transport for Southend on Sea in Essex. Peter is introduced by Dr Christine Rigden, Past Master and Sheriff of The City of London.
Mr Paul Leech MSC The Group Electrical Manager of T Brown Group Ltd a Multi Trade Contractor of Ewell Surrey KT17. Paul is introduced by Hon Court Assistant David Fawlk of David Grey & Co Chartered Accountants of EC4.
Mr Tim Ellis BSc (Hons) MRICS ACIArb A Director of MBM Consulting in More Place London SE1 a consultancy with specialist knowledge of resolution dispute and claims consultancy. Tim is introduced by Court Assistant Jonathan Bowcott (above with Tim).
Then Mr Turner was welcomed as a Yeoman Member
Mr Christopher W Turner BSC (Hons) MSc An Acoustic Consulting Engineer with Adnitt Acoustic Services Ltd a company of noise and acoustics consultants of Epsom Surrey KT17.
17th December - The Company Carol Service with The Worshipful Company of Chartered Architects held at St Lawrence Jewry by Guildhall in The City of London.
The Master led the company in the celebration of Christmas together with Prof Peter Murray The Master of The Worshipful Company of Chartered Architects. The service was led by the Hon Chaplain to both companies The Rev Canon David Parrott. Our thanks to The Guard of Honour by the Orpington Sea Cadets and Choir and organist of St Lawrence Jewry. During the service a collection for the work of St Lawrence Jewry and CRASH was taken.
After the Carol Service a festive reception by both companies was held as a way of wishing all well for a happy festive time.