Career Advice

We explain how not to miss out on roles to others that could have been great for your career. Learn how to not let the market move on without you.

There’s a misconception in the industry that a shortage of candidates means a lot of job openings. Unfortunately, no. So, how can you best prepare for your next career move?

We’ve highlighted 3 things to do before accepting a job offer and the top 10 benefits of keeping an eye on your long-term career goals. Read more here…

Transitioning from Leading Hand to Foreman. It can come with a few initial challenges but is well worth the investment once you know what to expect. Read more.

Discover the low risk, high reward way to ensure you’re staying on top of your career even if you’re not actively looking for a job. Find out what you stand to gain.

WIIFM – Learn the difference between feature-focused statements and benefits-focused statements to set yourself apart from other candidates.

Thinking about trusting AI / ChatGPT for your resume? We tell you why this could backfire and how you can make your resume stand out from other candidates.

Before taking the leap, it’s essential to understand what life as a client-side PM entails. Is the grass really greener?…

Balancing work and study – We know it’s tough! We provide tips for time-poor construction professionals seeking a balance between work and study while furthering their careers.

What are the top soft skills employers look for when promoting employees? Learn how to enhance your career prospects by differentiating yourself from the competition beyond technical knowledge …

Transitioning from a CA to a PM is a significant career move that involves taking on broader responsibilities and a more direct leadership role. Here are 10 tips!

The most critical aspect of any job search process is connecting with employers face-to-face. We detail the risk involved if you hold off with applying and meeting with a company!

Contrary to common belief, contract roles don’t lessen your prospects of securing future employment. Learn how to maximise your career opportunities in the construction industry.

Construction project management is undergoing a significant transformation. Learn about the essential skills required to future-proof your career…

Large vs smaller builder career considerations. There’s benefits to working in each, but it’s important to know what will work best for your personality and career goals.

Career advice – how do you stand out from the competition? We remind of a simple tactic that not many use! What is the 24 hour rule and what are the benefits of this tactic? Read more here…

There’s a changing focus for construction jobs over the next 10 years. Employment will shift and where some people will be headed in their careers. We reveal what you should be aware of and prepare for.

There are benefits to interviewing with multiple employers. Read our short article that explains why you should make the time to attend as many interviews as possible to best progress your career.

Education vs experience. Which is best for your construction career? We ran a poll asking people in construction whether they found any value in ongoing formal education from an employment perspective or if experience was worth more.

Did you know that following your network to another company may not be in your career’s best interest? We explain why along with the many benefits of following your own career path. To find out more read here…