How to make your project history work for you
It’s common knowledge that builders look for the square peg for the square hole when hiring new employees and I’ve seen it inhibit the progression
Securing your first Construction Project Manager role
The transition from Contract Administrator to Project Manager is one of the hardest career steps we see in construction. Which means if a Project Manager role is in your line..
Achieving a pay rise in your performance review
Not only is your performance review a great time to gain feedback on your performance over the last 12 months, but it also gives you the chance to assess your salary
Transitioning from head contractor to client side: is the grass greener on the other side?
Have you been sitting builder side for a while now and looking for a change of scenery?
Why you should start looking for your 2020 construction job now.
What if I told you that December wasn’t just a great time to consume a few too many beers and eat your weight in Christmas ham…
Personal brand & your authentic self: what I learnt from WIDAC’s recent personal brand workshop
Your brand needs to extend beyond a job title and a set of skills & responsibilities. You need to find your point of difference, know your why and communicate it.
3 ways a sideways move can benefit your career
A lateral move might mean your job title stays the same. But it doesn’t mean the project exposure and responsibilities of your role will.
Construction Salary Guide 2019
Download our 2019 Construction Salary Guide here.
A list of the top construction networking events in Brisbane & Sydney
Networking – love it or hate it there’s no denying the value it can bring to our career, so here’s a list of some of our favourite networking events in Brisbane & Sydney.
How to identify a good recruiter: here are 3 key things to look for.
Being a long-serving firm in the recruitment industry, we’ve heard our fair share of horror tales from candidates.
Preparing for your video job interview
The video interview is an effective way for hiring managers and recruiters to reduce geographical boundaries for connecting with top talent, and its growing popularity means the likelihood you’ll come across one in your career is increasing!
Keeping your foot on the pedal: recognising and avoiding complacency at work
Complacency, while a comfortable place to be, can stagnate our career development and expose us to a blindside at work.
Leading Hand to Foreman: what to know when making the transition.
The move from Leading Hand to Foreman will provide plenty of opportunities to develop in your career, but it won’t be without some initial drawbacks.
10 minutes With Suzanne Roberts: Trends in Employment Demand for Client Side Project Managers
Suzanne discusses the trends she’s been seeing in the demand for client side PMs in Brisbane & her advice for a successful job hunt.
Networking to accelerate your construction and property career.
In competitive industries such as construction and property, knowing how to network, and actively doing it, will be advantageous to you when seeking new opportunities.
Landscaper jobs: tips for success in the landscaping industry.
The gardening and landscaping industry is a varied and rewarding career path, spanning both construction..
3 things to consider before accepting a job offer
Before accepting an offer,…
Why a Contract Administrator should get involved in their Site Engineer/Project Engineers work.
A significant portion of our day is spent understanding what knowledge and traits a candidate requires to be successful with our clients..
3 tips to achieve a professional LinkedIn headshot without paying for a photographer.
In our increasingly connected society, it’s crucial to have an online presence that professionally reflects you.
Don’t let low self-confidence stall your career progression.
Confidence is a huge factor in our career development. It promotes a healthy attitude towards our work and pushes us outside of our comfort zone to seek new opportunities for learning and progression.
