UK Infrastructure · Workforce · Talent

Connecting people, skills and industry to power the future of UK infrastructure.

A specialist infrastructure business operating across Fibre, Sustainability, EV Charging, Engineering and Construction — building the skilled workforce the UK's future depends on.

5
Sectors
100%
UK Focus
1
Mission
FibreSustainabilityEV ChargingEngineeringConstructionWorkforceTrainingPartnerships
FibreSustainabilityEV ChargingEngineeringConstructionWorkforceTrainingPartnerships
About

A specialist workforce partner for UK infrastructure

Infrastructure Connected operates across Fibre, Sustainability, EV Charging, Engineering and Construction. Through strong partnerships with industry supply chains, training providers and delivery partners, we help build the skilled workforce needed for the UK's future infrastructure projects.

Our mission is simple: tackle the UK's infrastructure skills crisis by identifying potential, developing talent, and creating pathways into meaningful careers.

Connecting Infrastructure. Connecting People. Connecting Futures.

Fibre
Sustainability
EV Charging
Engineering
Construction
Partnerships
What we do

Workforce development that builds futures

We help individuals gain the skills, confidence and qualifications needed to build long-term careers in infrastructure — working with approved training providers and industry partners.

01

Accredited training programmes

Access to industry-recognised courses delivered through approved providers.

02

Industry certifications

Support to achieve the certifications employers actually require on site.

03

Employability skills

Practical skills to help candidates arrive prepared and confident.

04

Mentoring & career guidance

One-to-one support to navigate options and unlock long-term potential.

05

Work-ready preparation

Bridging the gap between training and the realities of delivery on live projects.

06

Pathways into infrastructure

Connecting talent with employers across the UK infrastructure ecosystem.

5
Infrastructure sectors
100%
UK focused
6+
Talent pathways
Futures connected
Our Mission

Solving the UK's infrastructure skills crisis

The UK needs a larger, more diverse and better-skilled workforce to deliver the infrastructure of tomorrow. We're committed to closing the skills gap.

  • Developing new talent pathways
  • Supporting workforce growth across infrastructure sectors
  • Partnering with supply chains and industry leaders
  • Delivering meaningful social value outcomes
  • Creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds
  • Supporting the growth of green skills and sustainable industries
UK infrastructure network visualization
Industry Partnerships

Working together to build capacity

Our extensive network of supply chain partners lets us support infrastructure growth across multiple sectors — strengthening talent pipelines and delivering social value commitments.

Fibre Infrastructure

Supporting the delivery of next-generation connectivity through workforce development and supply chain engagement.

EV Charging & Sustainability

Developing the green skills required to support the UK's transition to a more sustainable future.

Engineering

Supporting engineering businesses with access to developing and future talent.

Construction

Creating workforce solutions that support major infrastructure and construction programmes.

Leadership

Guided by industry experience

Colin Yoshioka-Smith
Founder

Colin Yoshioka-Smith

Driving Infrastructure Connected's mission to close the UK's skills gap — partnering with industry, training providers and employers to build the workforce behind tomorrow's infrastructure.

The Team

People behind the mission

A growing team of specialists connecting industry, training providers and future talent across the UK.

Colin Yoshioka-Smith
Colin Yoshioka-Smith
Founder
Partnerships Lead
Partnerships Lead
Industry & Supply Chain
Training Lead
Training Lead
Learning & Development
Operations Lead
Operations Lead
Delivery & Programmes
Testimonials

Trusted by partners across UK infrastructure

Infrastructure Connected brought us candidates who arrived ready — not just trained on paper. It transformed our delivery capacity.
Supply Chain Director
Tier 1 Fibre Contractor
A genuine partner focused on outcomes. Their workforce approach directly supports our social value commitments.
Programme Manager
National Infrastructure Client
They understood the skills gap on the ground and built a talent pipeline that actually plugs into our projects.
Head of Operations
Engineering Delivery Partner
FAQ

Answers to common questions

Everything you need to know about how we work with employers, providers and candidates.

Who do you work with?+

We partner with employers, training providers, supply chains and delivery partners across Fibre, Sustainability, EV Charging, Engineering and Construction.

How do you support workforce development?+

Through accredited training programmes, industry certifications, employability skills, mentoring and structured pathways into infrastructure careers.

Do you deliver training directly?+

We work with approved training providers to deliver industry-recognised courses, ensuring candidates gain the qualifications employers actually need.

How can I get involved as a candidate?+

Reach out via the contact section. We'll talk through your background and match you with the right pathway into infrastructure.

Do you support social value commitments?+

Yes — our workforce programmes are designed to help clients meet and exceed social value targets on major infrastructure projects.

Get in touch

Let's build the workforce
of tomorrow

Whether you're an employer, training provider or looking for your next career step in infrastructure — we'd love to talk.

Support@Infrastructure-Connected.com