A huge thank you to everyone who made today’s event, From the Ground Up: Exploring Careers in Construction Management, such a success!
Firstly, a big thank you to the incredible panel members and industry representatives from Multiplex, Longridge Group, Rivergum, Department for Infrastructure and Transport, and Randstad. Your insights, career advice, and generosity in answering questions provided invaluable guidance for the next generation of construction professionals.
To the engaged and enthusiastic students who participated, your curiosity and passion is evident. We’re excited to see where your careers take you.
Finally, thank you to my colleagues at the University of Adelaide for helping me bring this event together and ensuring it ran smoothly, especially Tamara Nuske for doing a wonderful job of hosting the panel session.
This event has sparked exciting conversations and connections, and I look forward to seeing the bright futures these students will build in the construction industry!
Some key takeaways from today's event:
⭐ Starting your career can feel overwhelming, but it’s okay not to have everything figured out right away.
⭐ Networking is crucial, as your classmates may become future colleagues or managers - build those relationships now.
⭐ Remember, character matters; employers value attitude and personality as much as qualifications.
⭐ Key skills like strong communication, a growth mindset, and a positive attitude are essential.
⭐ If you meet about 70% of a job description, your behavioral strengths can make a difference.
⭐ Stay curious by observing local builds and taking initiative on-site.
⭐ Lastly, be aware of industry trends such as ESG focus, prefabrication for efficiency, and the push for quicker design and approval processes shaping the future.
Nelson Kincaid, Erin Gear, Tony Scott, andrew lindsay, Peter Brookes, Hannah Tindall, Jhanvi Davra, Balaji Somalaraju, Nikki Kelly, Jaye Smith, Celena Masters
