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FeaturesCareers: make no assumptions
Not all discrimination is deliberate – sometimes we all fall back on our unconscious biases, assumptions and stereotypes
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FeaturesApprenticeships: playing for keeps
While a great deal of focus is placed on encouraging people to become apprentices, less stress is put on actually retaining them once they join schemes
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FeaturesBIM: World’s your oyster
The use of BIM is becoming more widespread throughout the globe. So what opportunities does this offer those with BIM skills who want a job abroad?
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CommentWhat do you think about BIM?
Building needs your help in getting behind the BIM hype with this online reader survey
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FeaturesCareers: Is Qatar your next destination?
Qatar is an oil-rich country that plans to spend 40% of its budget improving infrastructure between now and 2016. Can you afford to leave it off your CV?
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FeaturesMoving overseas: The checklist
An ever growing number of UK construction professionals are trying to escape the gloom by heading to foreign climes. But unfortunately, remembering your toothbrush is the least of it - for a move to be successful, it pays to plan carefully and keep on top of the paperwork…
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FeaturesClimbing the career ladder
Take action and advance up the career ladder with some good advice from our industry expert
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FeaturesBoost your career without changing job
Our experts in construction reveal their top tips on improving your current job
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FeaturesGet ahead through legal qualifications
With the number of construction disputes getting ever higher, now could be a good time to hit the books and get some legal qualifications
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FeaturesHow to negotiate a pay rise
Tips on fighting for a better pay rise and fight back the tears if you’re given a paltry one
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FeaturesManage your working day
Our handy tips on how to improve your time management skills and get the most from your day
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FeaturesMixing career and parenthood
A project manager at the end of her maternity leave discusses the pros and cons of mixing the two
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FeaturesSwitching jobs from QS to legal
The legal profession is one of the few still prospering, which is why so many QSs are clamouring to enter it. But how easy is it to make the switch?
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FeaturesPassing competency-based interviews
How your skills match the requirements of the role will determine the likelihood of you securing the job
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FeaturesTackling job interview questions
Preparing for a job interview can be nerve wracking, so that it why it is important that you put in the time and effort to prepare
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FeaturesSell yourself with your CV
Keeping your CV up-to-date is one of the best ways to be prepared for a career opportunity
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FeaturesWrite the perfect cover letter
This is the most important document – take your time, don’t lie and proof read