Take back your time. Know your worth. Price for profit.
Great building work is only half the job.
Clients are also buying the process: how clearly you communicate, how professionally you manage the project and how confident you make them feel along the way.
Delivering that experience takes time, structure and profit. Yet in many small building firms, too much still relies on the owner.
The FMB’s Elevate Your Building Business programme is a practical 12-week online coaching programme for owners and directors who want to build a stronger, more organised and more profitable business.
It is not just for struggling businesses. It is for good builders who want to improve the way their business runs, reduce firefighting and prepare for what comes next.
If your business is registered with CITB and your Levy Return is up to date, you may be able to access 50% funding through the CITB Employer Networks, subject to eligibility and approval.
What does the coaching programme cover?
Take back time (weeks 1 to 4)
Every project may be different, but the way you win work, communicate with customers and deliver the experience does not need to be reinvented every time.
You will identify where time, money and customer trust are leaking, then explore what could be simplified, standardised, delegated or supported by AI and technology.
The aim is to create clearer processes, a more consistent customer experience and a business that relies less on you being involved in everything.
The goal: more headspace, better systems and less pressure.
Know your worth (weeks 5 to 8)
Your customers are not only buying the physical build. They are also buying your expertise, your process and the confidence that you will guide them through a major investment.
You will get clear on what your business stands for, who your ideal clients are and the value you offer that cheaper competitors cannot.
You will then learn how to communicate that value so the right clients understand why your business is worth choosing.
The goal: better clients, better conversations and better margins.
Price for profit (weeks 9 to 12)
A busy order book does not automatically create a profitable business.
You will build a structured approach to pricing that reflects your true costs, overheads, risk, management time and the full service you provide.
You will also learn how to protect your margins, manage changes and variations, and present your price with confidence. Specialist pricing and tendering expertise is included.
The goal: know your numbers, protect your margins and make more profit.
How is the programme run?
The programme runs online over 12 weeks, starting on Wednesday 9 September 2026.
This is not another webinar. It is a practical working programme where builders can share ideas, discuss real challenges and take action.
Your place includes:
- A live 60-minute coaching session with Maria every week.
- Practical actions to implement between sessions.
- Guidance on using AI and technology to reduce admin and save time.
- Templates, tools, worksheets and session recordings.
- A private WhatsApp group for support and accountability.
- Specialist pricing input during the Price for Profit stage.
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You will leave each session with something practical to apply in your business.
What previous participants are saying
"It's simply the best course you can ever do if you want to improve the way you do business."
"Just go for it. The benefit is substantial - it's a therapy in itself."
"Definitely go for it. It's helped us to transform our business."
Who is the programme for?
This programme is for owners and directors of small building companies who know their business could work better.
You may be:
- Winning work but struggling to find enough time.
- Running a good business that still depends too heavily on you.
- Growing and needing stronger systems.
- Looking to improve your customer experience.
- Wanting to increase profitability.
- Curious about AI but unsure where to start.
You do not need to be struggling to benefit.
The programme is open to FMB members and non-members.
How much does it cost?
The full 12-week programme costs:
- FMB members: £650 + VAT
- Non-members: £750 + VAT
A deposit of £130 + VAT secures your place and is deducted from the total fee.
Eligible businesses may be able to access 50% funding through the CITB Employer Networks, reducing the cost to £325 + VAT or £375 + VAT subject to eligibility and approval.
How do I sign up?
Only 50 places are available.
Secure your place with a £130 + VAT deposit and join a group of builders committed to working on their business, not just in it.
If you plan to use CITB funding, book early. Funding applications for this cohort must be approved by CITB by 26 August 2026.
