Construction - Online Pupil Forum by Excelerate https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488 Made with curiousity. This is your space to ask industry professionals questions. Our industry professionals include: Bethany, Community Benefits Advisor - Balfour Beatty | Rachel, Civil Engineer - Laing O'Rourke | Jennifer, Principal GIS Analyst - Jacobs | Paul, Senior Quantity Surveyor - Leiths | en-us 2021-10-11 13:24:24 UTC 2022-01-17 10:21:04 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/638135702/1e2cb5c39b467d9a859ec9c1f69ed5f1/construction_icon.png What school subjects do you use the most in your job? Excelerate https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1807617981 Probably maths, physics, geography, ICT and DT.]]> 2021-10-11 13:24:24 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1807617981 What do you love the most about the industry you work in? Excelerate https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1807617987 The thing I love most about working in the construction industry is being part of teams to build projects that make a difference to the world around us. For example I was part of a team that built a hospital in Wales, which opened the ward block a year early to treat COVID-19 patients.
Jennifer: I love the variety of projects, working with people from a range of experiences (all ages and background, hands-on learnt skills and 'book' learning) and technical specialisms (e.g. engineers, ecologists, archaeologists, landscape architects, 3D-modellers) on a daily basis and seeing the final results of what we can achieve and build working together.]]> 2021-10-11 13:24:24 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1807617987 Where do you think the jobs will be in 5 years time? Excelerate https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1807617993 I think with the sustainability targets we have to reach by 2030 and 2050 there will be a greater emphasis on maintaining our current infrastructure and only building new things when necessary. I also think there will be an increased use of technology across the entire industry.]]> 2021-10-11 13:24:24 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1807617993 What skills do you need to do your job? Excelerate https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1828065204 I think the three most important skills to be a Civil Engineer are teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills.
Jennifer: For Geographical Information Systems (GIS) specialists the key skills are problem solving, teamwork, communication, an attention to detail, and time management.  We work with information from across a wide breadth of sources (e.g. hand-drawn scribbles, live data streams from the internet, spreadsheets, field survey data, terrain models) and softwares.  You learn on the job how to work and share these information sets and by working closely with the project teams.  You need to be open to adapting to new data, technologies and processes, and dealing with competing demands from different project teams, requirements and deadlines. ]]> 2021-10-19 17:53:57 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1828065204 What is the best university? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893931891 You have to remember each university has certain mandatory courses that all civil engineering degrees have to include, but they each have different optional modules depending on what the institution specialises in. I think it's also important to realise that there are two groups of university's for engineering degrees. There are those that teach general engineering (e.g. Oxford, Cambridge, Durham) and those where you study a discipline for the duration of your course such as Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering etc. (e.g. Bath, Southampton, Bristol). I think the first thing you have to decide is whether you want to complete a general engineering or specific engineering degree.
Jennifer: Choosing a university. 1. Think about where you want to be, do you want to be close to home or further afield. 2. Consider how you want to learn/best learning style for you as different university have different ways of structuring of their courses. 3. Research the best ratings in your subject area. 4. Read through the course information and student experiences for the uni to help make your choice. ]]> 2021-11-16 12:12:09 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893931891 Is there practical work or is it mostly digital? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893943951 It depends on your job role, some can be more practical or digital than others. I personally enjoy doing a bit of everything, so my job is a mix of both practical and digital. 
Jennifer: As a geographical Information Systems (GIS) specialist, my job is all digital. Part of that role is setting up handheld devises and web maps for the survey teams to use out on site for the practical work side of things, capturing (gathering) new site information straight into the tablets, or showing the most up to date site/map information whilst they are in the field.]]> 2021-11-16 12:18:57 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893943951 Do you have to be brainy for this job sector? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893944294 For civil engineering you do have to have some technical knowledge (i.e. a degree) to complete the job, but other skills such as problem solving, communication and teamwork I feel are just as important. 
Jennifer: In my experience everyone learns in different ways and 'brainy' in terms of attaining high grades isn't always true reflection of how well someone will perform on the job. There are key stages you must meet to build essential technical knowledge for a job but take a look resources such as #NoWrongPath, there are multiple paths you can follow to that end goal.]]> 2021-11-16 12:19:09 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893944294 How could someone be supported in this industry if they have a disability? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893947371 There is a real push for the construction industry to be more diverse and inclusive and there are multiple roles that someone with a disability can have within the sector. There are so many different types of jobs within the construction sector, that I honestly believe there is a job out there for everyone and from what I have seen all employees are supported by their employer.]]> 2021-11-16 12:20:52 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893947371 At what age can you get an apprentice in construction? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893955143 I believe to start an apprenticeship you have to be at least 16 years old.]]> 2021-11-16 12:25:13 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893955143 what qualifications are needed to get into construction? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893973659 2021-11-16 12:35:29 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893973659 What qualifications are needed to get into civil engineering? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893974609 There are many different routes into civil engineering so you must look at different entry requirements for the route you want to choose but simply subject with links to maths, science and technical studies are a good place to start. Typically to get into uni you need highers at AABB or above or other options are to start off with a HNC or engineering academy where entry requirements are usually lower e.g. BBBC to be aimed at S4/S5 leavers. Beth]]> 2021-11-16 12:36:01 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893974609 What was the hardest thing you had to do as a trainee manager? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893975444 Jennifer: In my experience, the hardest thing of being a trainee manager, or a manager for that matter, is the confidence to have the difficult conversations. It is important that the team you manage feel able to come to you with any concerns, whether its about the technical work, behaviours of the team member/colleagues/clients or mental well-being. As a manger you need to be able to actively listen to concerns but also need to undertake actions where appropriate. ]]> 2021-11-16 12:36:30 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893975444 In The Job Do You Work With Lots Of People At Once Or Just A Small Group? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893977700 Both! As a civil engineer I am involved in designing, constructing and maintaining large projects which requires you to work with lots of people in a variety of jobs. However sometimes you might be required to work on smaller parts of the project on your own or in a smaller team. ]]> 2021-11-16 12:37:44 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893977700 how long would it take to become a civil engineer and would I need to go to college, university or both? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893979171 Most civil engineering jobs require you to have completed a bachelors degree or equivalent which can be done at university or college.

There are many options to becoming a qualified civil engineer this may be as the above response says through studying full time at uni or college, however, civil engineering offers apprenticeship and trainee routes across the country which are a great route for those who want to earn and learn or go straight into the working world and learn on the job. You can achieve the same degree through a graduate apprenticeship but you are gaining real industry experience and learning from colleagues around you. Its all down to personal preference and what you think works best for you and your lifestyle. Beth]]> 2021-11-16 12:38:31 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893979171 what qualification do you need for this job? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893979688 For Civil Engineering most jobs require at least a Bachelors degree in engineering, but you can do this either full time at university or through a company via an apprenticeship. Most engineering degrees require you to have completed A-levels in Maths and Physics.
Jennifer: Typically our GIS graduates hold Bachelors degrees in Geography and/or Masters in GIS/Geographical Information Management. Key subjects: Geography, Maths, ICT, anything related to digital technologies. However we also have colleagues from other backgrounds who have developed technical skills in GIS on the job.]]> 2021-11-16 12:38:49 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1893979688 Will the jobs be needed in 5 years? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1896419478 Jennifer: Yes.   There will always be the need to build new, remodel the existing, and continuously reflect to how we use the spaces and structures around us.  Futhermore as the world becomes increasing geospatially aware (aware of the power to be gained from attaching/combining data based on location), coupled with the continuous emergence of more powerful technologies, there are increasing way to use, model and visualise this information to provide valuable new insight to design/construction teams at every stage of the developments process.]]> 2021-11-17 09:30:51 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1896419478 I wonder what the hours are like? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1908203461 Depends on the job you do and the company you work with. For me, my hours tend to be 7am-6pm Monday-Thursday and 7am-4pm on Friday.]]> 2021-11-23 11:43:36 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1908203461 What are some main subjects I need? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1908214162 To complete a civil engineering degree, most courses require A-levels in Maths and Physics. ]]> 2021-11-23 11:50:43 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1908214162 What is the salary range for jobs in your sector? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1908299917
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    ]]>     2021-11-23 12:45:06 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1908299917     What jobs are there for the construction and craft sector that focus on metal work and wood work? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1908300900 2021-11-23 12:45:43 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1908300900 What jobs are the best jobs for building houses or something like a office? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1908301927 There are several jobs required to build houses and offices. From architects and several types of engineers to design the structures, project managers, engineers and trades people to build, as well as individuals to maintain the properties once they are built.]]> 2021-11-23 12:46:20 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1908301927 Do you enjoy your Job? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1908388567 2021-11-23 13:27:29 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1908388567 Do you need any qualifications to do any of the work? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1910282082 As a civil engineer it is quite important to have a degree, especially if you want to become a chartered engineer. To get onto most civil engineering degree courses you need to have A-levels in Maths and Physics.]]> 2021-11-24 10:02:07 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1910282082 Are there any jobs that work on cars? https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1910353357 2021-11-24 10:48:33 UTC https://padlet.com/Excelerate/5korn94khrppv488/wish/1910353357