More Focus – Page 177
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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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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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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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FeaturesClimbing the career ladder
Take action and advance up the career ladder with some good advice from our industry expert
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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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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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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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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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FeaturesFirst Impressions: Institute of Molecular Science
Two architecture students give their verdict on the Lyons Architects Melbourne building
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FeaturesMy working day: Hill president David Richter
The Hill president and COO travels the world to meet clients and discuss business over a game of golf, or a steak and martini
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FeaturesTop of the class: Passivhaus school design
A primary school in Exeter won’t win any architectural awards, but is earning gold stars in zero-carbon and Passivhaus design. Thomas Lane swots up on how to deliver a low-energy building on a budget
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FeaturesBrettstapel envelope: The natural choice
Getting planning permission to build a house in the stunning Scottish Borders requires a sensitive design, which is why architect Gaia specified a wooden Brettstapel envelope for this project
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FeaturesReconstructing Japan: Construction opportunities
British firms are vying for a chance to be involved in the 23 trillion yen rebuilding of disaster-hit Japan, but with such capable local contractors, the trick is knowing where to offer expertise. Building reports
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FeaturesWill the planning reforms work?
The National Planning Policy Framework is firmly in the limelight after renewed pressure from campaigners. So will the government stick to the policy and how will it work in practice? Joey Gardiner leads a debate
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FeaturesRichard Vining: True grit
Shepherd Construction boss Richard Vining reckons the industry’s in for its hardest year yet. But instead of panicking, the straight-talking chief exec is on a mission to turn the firm from York into a national player
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FeaturesMorgan Sindall bags £115m Chester development
Regeneration scheme will see creation of new business district next to railway station
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FeaturesPost occupancy: Is your green makeover really so green?
Do low energy buildings really deliver results? Last month, Thomas Lane found two new-build offices that failed to live up to all their green credentials. Here, he reveals if two refurbished offices performed any better
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FeaturesTony Lenehan: New directions
Styles & Wood has had a tough few years, taking huge hits as the retail fit-out market nose-dived. Building finds out how new boss Tony Lenehan plans to turn things round - and why you could be seeing more of the northern-based firm in London