A programme called Building Beyond Service, reported on 23 October 2026, is intended to help Armed Forces veterans move into construction careers through recognised training and links to employers. It was described as a partnership between the Ministry of Defence and Places for London, Transport for London's wholly owned property company, with delivery through the Places for London Skills Academy alongside The Skills Centre and L Lynch Plant Hire & Haulage.

At the time of the report, a first cohort of eight veterans was undertaking training in plant machinery operation. The programme was described as aiming to support up to 60 veterans into construction roles during its first year. Organisers said participants would gain qualifications and connect with job opportunities, while the government linked the effort to its Defence Housing Strategy and to addressing construction skills shortages and housing supply in London.

Minister for Veterans and People Calvin Bailey said the challenge is often ensuring military skills are recognised and creating a clear route into civilian careers. David Brewer of the Defence Housing Service called it a pilot, and Places for London's Laura Miller said the first cohort was described as a beginning, with ambitions to extend the programme across the built environment.