The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat said it is extending to April 28 the application due date for its “global future leaders” mentoring pilot project “due to an overwhelming response.” 

The mission of the program—open to all applicants, not only CTBUH members—is to help the next generation of architects, engineers and construction professionals develop leadership skills by connecting a mentee with a construction industry executive who can share insights from experience, according to the group. CTBUH is recommending a voluntary six-month commitment to the program's monthly sessions, each lasting 45 minutes to one hour.

Mentees and mentors will together determine goals to address during sessions. Both will be expected to share feedback with the program. 

Potential mentors should have more than 20 years of industry experience.  CTBUH said the ideal mentor would not only share insights and lessons, but also provide support and constructive feedback. Mentees would be young professionals who have less than than 10 years in the indsutry. The goal is for them to be able to articulate the kind of support they need and be open to feedback. 

Anyone interested in participating can apply by filling out a form on the group’s website.