Are you commercially aware? In this post we explore how to demonstrate your commercial awareness at interviews and on your CV. It’s a top skill to have in construction engineering fields, so get up to speed here!
Guidance for Job Seekers
What are technical employers looking for in graduates?
Finding your first technical job can be tough. With so many graduates chasing down the same opportunities you need to find ways to stand out from the crowd. Read our post to find out how.
Why There’s High Demand For Technical Candidates Who Can Win Business
What experience are construction engineering companies looking for above and beyond industry qualifications and key skills? Business development experience is what’s differentiating the candidate market, as Nick Rothery explains in this post.
How Technical Candidates Can Improve Their Employability
As well as highlighting your technical skills, qualifications and experience on your CV and at interviews, if you want a new job in construction engineering you also need to market your ’employability skills’. Learn more here.
The Importance Of Preparation For Job Interviews
You can never be over-prepared for a job interview but it’s surprising how many candidates attend interviews unprepared! Just a little bit of research before your next interview could make a significant difference in whether you get through to the next round, or get a job offer. In this post Jamie Jenkins talks through how to do it.
Working With A Niche Technical Recruitment Agency
If you need a recruitment agency either to find a new job or to help fill a vacant position, it can really pay off to go with a niche technical recruitment agency rather than a multi-sector, multi-function recruiter. Here we share the main advantages and also why you might like to work with us.
Why Technical Candidates Should Be Networking For Career Success
Ahead of our next technical candidate networking event in London, Alex Christie explores why construction and engineering professionals should be networking for career success.
What Your Body Language Is Telling Potential Employers
Your body language could be giving the wrong message to potential employers. Lack of eye contact, arms crossed defensively and other mannerisms, may not be deliberate but could still affect your chances of getting a job offer. Read on to find out more.
Is Your Social Media Profile The Reason You’re Not Getting Job Interviews?
Did you know that recruiters and potential employers screen your social media profiles when shortlisting candidates for job interviews? Read on to find out what they’re looking for, and how to increase your prospects of getting invited to an interview.
Careers Advice For Civil And Structural Engineering Graduates
If you are soon to be a civil or structural engineering graduate, what career opportunities are now open to you? Here we look at next steps for graduates.
Why Continued Professional Development (CPD) Is Essential For Your Engineering Career
Alex Christie looks at the importance of Continued Professional Development (CPD) for construction engineers in this blog post. Read on to get started with your CPD.