LinkedIn has always had the reputation as being the more serious of social media channels and indeed it is a highly effective platform for building both a professional network and personal brand. There’s huge value in this. It’s a way to discover new technologies, learn […]
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The default reaction to being unhappy at work, especially in recent years is to look for a new role. Knowing that there’s a skills shortage in the UK infrastructure and construction sectors gives many professionals the confidence that they’ll easily find something better. Often this […]
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The forecast for construction going into 2023 indicates a downturn in output and new project starts. This slowdown is to be expected given the inflationary pressure the industry has been feeling in the past few months. The demand for skills remains high, especially as main […]
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There are strong views on remote and hybrid work and it can become quite a heated debate. Those that have embraced remote work, don’t see the need to return to the office. While others thrive in a busy office environment and don’t understand how peers […]
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It used to be frowned upon to have any lengthy gaps between jobs. Assumptions were made that if you weren’t employed you were unemployable or even lazy – both very negative connotations. As a result, people felt embarrassed to have to explain any gap. To […]
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Accepting an offer for a new role is exciting, but saying goodbye to old colleagues and starting in a new environment can be daunting. It’s not uncommon to get cold feet and wonder if you’ve made the right decision, especially if your old employer is […]
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On average candidates have the opportunity to increase their salary between 10% and 25% when they move to a new job. Compared to the prospects of a 5% to 10% annual increase if they stay with their current employer, it’s one of the reasons many […]
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The current economic climate is a little unnerving. As inflation starts to bite, employers and employees alike are feeling the pressure to make their purse stretch a little further. A number of firms have fallen into administration and yet the demand for skills in construction, […]
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The career opportunities that currently exist in construction and infrastructure are abundant. Industry reports that construction features among the highest number of job listings in the UK at present. With many new major projects coming online, some professionals may feel that it would be a […]
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Construction firms are under a great deal of pressure at present. Projects are moving forward quickly and a great deal of investment has been made available to ‘build back better’. As much as the boom is welcomed, it’s not without its challenges. Materials shortages are […]
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