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A collection of our knowledge of the built environment – including industry insights, updates & career advice.
The Recruitment Process – What To Expect
How long will the job search process take? What are employers looking for in a candidate? How do you speed up or slow down the process?
Job Regret – The Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make
Give your job search the time and attention it deserves! By following our tips you can make sure you’re entering job opportunities that are sound for your career goals.
Interviewing During Work Hours – Why You Need To
Interviewing during work hours – We explain why you need to stop asking for 5pm interviews and how to be prepared for a competitive market…
Your Next Construction Job Won’t Wait – Make Your Move
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.
A Candidate Short Market Doesn’t Mean It’s a Job-Rich Market
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?
What To Do Before Accepting A Job Offer
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…
Leading Hand to Foreman – What to Expect
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.
The Career Move You Didn’t Know You Needed
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.
Why ‘ What’s In It For Me? ’ Matters in Your Job Search
WIIFM – Learn the difference between feature-focused statements and benefits-focused statements to set yourself apart from other candidates.
Trusting AI / ChatGPT For Resumes: Why It Could Backfire
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.
Head Contractor to Client-Side Project Management. Here’s What You Need to Know
Before taking the leap, it’s essential to understand what life as a client-side PM entails. Is the grass really greener?…
Salary Report 2024
Learn the latest salary data, employment insights and market trends for the construction and project management consultancy industries. Our 2024 Salary Report has now been published! View it here…
Balancing Work and Study – Tips For Construction Professionals
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.
Construction – Top Soft Skills For Promotion
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 …
CA to PM – 10 Tips to Manage Team Productivity and Retain Staff
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!
417 Visa And Construction Workforce Gaps
By strategically employing 417 visa holders, construction companies can mitigate labour and housing shortages and ensure continued growth and development in the sector.
Robotic Dogs Mapping Construction Sites Today
As construction companies increasingly recognise the benefits of automation and data-driven decision-making, robotic dogs are becoming indispensable tools. What does this mean for construction roles?
Construction Jobs in a Zero-Carbon Era – Are You Prepared?
Are zero-carbon initiatives placing construction jobs at risk? We look at the key challenges facing the industry, what zero-carbon looks like, and how best to prepare for a net-zero future…
Northshore Hamilton – Assessing The Shortcomings
When assessing Northshore Hamilton there are some shortcomings that will require targeted interventions well before the 2032 Olympics, to make it a place people want to visit and live at now.
Kick Your Career Goals By Connecting Face-to-Face
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!
Communicating Contract Experience to Employers
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.
Future-Proof Your Career – Essential Skills for Construction Project Managers
Construction project management is undergoing a significant transformation. Learn about the essential skills required to future-proof your career…
Offsite High Rise – Prefabrication and Modular Construction
Offsite high rise – prefabrication and modular construction are on the rise towards a more sustainable construction future with BIM integration. We delve into the pros and cons …
Northshore Hamilton – Residential Development
Northshore Hamilton residential development. Find out what’s proposed for the Priority Development Area Scheme, which aims to ease housing pressure from the release of state-owned land.
Large Builder vs Smaller Builder – Careers
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.
BIM, Technological Advancements & New Specialised Careers!
With BIM, and technological advancements, new specialised careers are emerging in construction. To find out what the near future of construction careers hold, read here…
High Rise Residential Buildings and Climate Change – Glazing
With so many high rise residential buildings earmarked to meet Brisbane’s housing crisis, will climate change best practice be incorporated into the designs? We investigate the use of glazing.
Indoor Air Quality During Bushfires – The Built Environment
Indoor air quality during bushfires – the built environment. Are our high rise buildings as air tight from smoke as we presume? With a dry El Nino event forecast this Summer, we take a look…
Tactic To Stand Out From the Competition
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…
Green Wall High Rise Buildings – How Green Are They?
The upward trajectory of high-rise housing density due to land scarcity and population growth made us ponder the growing trend of green wall systems on high rise buildings – and just how green are they?
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