Leading the way with professional competency & ethics

Phill has over 35 years extensive experience in all aspects of Construction, Operations & Maintenance of the UK highway networks. His career in construction and project management has given him broad experience and enabled Phill to develop skills in multiple disciplines. He is an experienced multi discipline team leader with a passion for Quality, Lean and promoting the opportunities that a career in the built environment can offer. Phill is a CIOB Trustee and Chair of the Nominations Committee. Past Chair of CECA (NE) and a Fellow of both the CIOB and the CIHT, Phill is also a Chartered Quality Professional Member of the Chartered Quality Institute

Tadiwa Taimu is a dynamic aspiring construction professional who studies at the University of Cape Town. With a strong foundation in Project Management, and Cost Consulting, Tadiwa has diverse experience, from assisting on major construction projects at a government and economic stimulus developments in the built environment, residential, commercial fit outs and to contributing to community development through RDP builds in South Africa. 

Known for her leadership and strategic planning skills, she has held multiple roles within student societies and is a Chartered Institute of Building Tomorrow’s Leaders representative for Cape Town and a member of the Engagement Committee. Passionate about social impact and innovation in construction, Tadiwa combines technical expertise with a commitment to sustainable, community-centred development.

Christine Gausden RD FCIOB is a seasoned professional in construction, project, and facilities management, with extensive experience in both the public and private sectors. She is currently an Academic Delivery Manager and Programme Leader for Construction Management at the University College of Estate Management (UCEM), where she supports students through online learning programs and helps them navigate the complexities of construction management. Christine’s career spans decades, during which she has taken on roles in client, consultant, and contractor organizations, enabling a comprehensive perspective on the built environment. She has also worked internationally, in the UAE, and holds a Master’s in Education with research focusing on employability. As a passionate advocate for the construction industry, Christine actively volunteers to support and mentor young professionals seeking chartered membership with the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). Her leadership roles include being a past CIOB trustee, chairing CIOB hubs in London and Dubai, and contributing to initiatives like the UK BIM Alliance​ and nima. Christine is the current Chair of the CIOB Professional Services Committee