The Construction Start-Up Launchpad
Pitch Your Plan Live
Is your business under 3 years old? Pitch live at UK Construction Week and win a £20,000 marketing growth engine to scale your innovation.
Applications have now closed, but you can still join in and cast your vote on the day by attending the Culture Hub Stage, sponsored by Gleeds, at UK Construction Week on 13th May 2026.
Eligibility at a Glance
To keep the playing field level, this competition is exclusively for:
New Businesses - UK-registered companies with under 3 years of trading.
Early Stage - Pre-revenue or early-revenue startups.
Industry Focused - Must have a clear application within the construction sector.
Ready to Pitch - Must be available to present live at UKCW London, May 2026.
The Stage is Set
Be the Next Industry Giant
The Design & Build UK Pitch Your Plan: Live at UK Construction Week on May 13th 2026 is a national search for the visionaries reshaping our built environment. We are looking for the UK’s most promising early-stage companies - those tackling everything from AI and Robotics to Mental Health and Sustainability.
Apllications Now Closed. Pitch Your Plan: Live will take place on 13th May 2026. The Shortlist has been announced on the Design and Build UK socials. Join us on the day by visiting UKCW @ London ExCel