i have a phd in chemical engineering and have been working in the industry for the past five years, i've been in my current job for about a year, but am tiring of crazy long stints and wastin weekends on sites out of the country. i'm looking to gettin something more regular? construction seems to fit quite nicely. Any advice on handling questions about being over/oddly qualified for trainee positions? best ways into construction / getting relevant experience in the uk?
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Well, what is "calling" you to a job in construction?  Is it something you've always wanted to do?  Do you crave a job that allows you to be outside and more physically active?  \n\nThe answer that you spend so much of your time far from home and want a job that will keep you in the area where your family/friends are is a great reason for changing careers.  Just make sure that the answer you give makes it sound that you aren't just jumping from something (chemical engineering) but that you are jumping TO something (construction).  They should be able to believe that this new career truly appeals to you, you've thought about it, and that this is a profession you want to stick with for a period of time.
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I don't either, but a friend did. If you are already employed, it will have value, and provide for more opporunities within your existing company through internal promotion. \n\nHowever, as its not ABET acreddited, nor does it have name recognition, it won't help with getting a job anywhere else. Yet, if it gets you internally promoted, and you gain some real engineering experience, you will be as marketable as most other engineers. The half life of an engineering education is around 5 years, thus after you have 7-8 years experience, specific institution credentials mean a whole lot less (excluding PHD's and post docs of course)
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I worked for a UK company that does mytery shopping for a number of hihg-street names (inclusing shops, pubs, banks and others). It's not a bad job, but the pay's not guaranteed, you might get 10 jobs one week and none the next. If you're asked to buy something, you'll usually get paid for it and you might get to keep it. To be good at the job you'll have to be good at lying (a lot of scenarios involve pretending to be a particular type of customer) and you'll need a good memory as you'll have a long questionnaire to fill out after the visit.
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You could do it on the topic of induction- Basically how people are dealt with when they start a new job. Perhaps base it on a job you've had and show the strengths and weaknesses. Were you given a welcome pack, introduced to your workers, shown how to do your job, given a contract etc, shown where the fire exits were etc?. How could it have been improved.? Or perhaps ask some workers in your college and see what they feel would have improved their induction to their job.\n\nThis link shows an example of  this aspect of human resources. \n\nhttp://www.human-resource-solutions.co.uk/Areas%20of%20Interest/Induction.htm
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I did a PhD in biomaterials engineering, involving some engineering and some biology (microbiology). First 3-4 months i did a literature review to see what has been done in the field and how. Then, I chose a particular subject and decided how to improve, what would be new and how top do it (agreed with my supervisor). It is very much like a job, the outcome being your thesis, title and specialized knowledge, which should make things easier to get a job. It can be hard in occasion, and it's hard work, but if you enjoy the subject , all worth it.\nThe details about holidays can be found on the website of university and will be specified in your contract. depending on the funding body, you'll have a budget, but remember that you'll supervisor will countersign your orders, so a good human relationship with the person might help going through , as being clear why you need to do something (so do your homeworks before, as academics tend to be very busy people). And also remember that it's usually university policy to allow more supervisors, so if you feel you need another one just ask for help. On the best side, is nice life, self-managing your time (most time), meeting nice and brainy people also interested in the same field as you, and have the chance to make friends for life. If you have secured funding (scholarship or something) and like the subject, go for it. I personally never regreted my choice, but i considered myself very lucky to graduate from a top uni (Nottingham), it really matters when going in the real world.\nGood luck. all the best
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My primary focus is in home repair/remodeling. I have 25 plus years experience in various trades and applications, as a self employed, but non licensed contractor. I also have 40 plus years in theatrical involvement, as well as various other skills, knowledge, and experience.\n  House painting, flooring, minor elect. and plumbing, drywall, Decking, etc. etc.\n  Beyond that I'll look for work in the trades also.\n  I'm also seeking decent housing.\n  I have decent references, even local to GR.\n  Consider e mailing me if you have home related needs that need tending to. Any quality answers will be responded to. Thank you.\n\nRev. Steven
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have you tried learn direct? they have some good courses and most are free for people that qualify, im doing web designing through them and am getting on really well whats the harm of applying phone 0800 100 900 speak to an advisor and they will be able to help you.\nalso check out their website http://www.learndirect-advice.co.uk
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Depends what type of building inspector you want to be and how qualified you need to be to get into a decent position (the course my just be entry level).\n\nPersonally I would go for a building surveying qualification so that you have a wider range of options (from Building inspector to valuation/loss adjustment work).  It takes experience as well as a qualification so be sure you know what you are doing before you jump from your comfort zone.\n\nGood Luck
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I totally agree with the ACI answer.  \n\nCheck out companies that have Materials Labs.  Geotechnical engineering companies often have a materials lab and a special inspecting department too, they all go hand in hand. You can join APWA or ASCE to network.  They have monthly meetings all over the country.
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What are your prospects of getting any job, or a job that you have in your sights?\n\nThere is no reason why you shouldn't get an appropriate job, it is merely a matter of you knowing what job it is you are after and persisting until you get it...any little jobs you do on the way there should support your main aim...i.e. give you experience that fleshes out your academic skills.
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One of my student is preparing GMAT for admission in some university of UK. The topic (Supplies chain) is the same  the student is also willing to PhD in this subject. I cal tell you detaled information tomorrow. Today he is to come to take test in the evenning.
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I really wonder why even think of asking " how to get a job in middle east in the field of constructions". Its like asking for a glass water from an ocean. \n\nLike IT is for india. Construction is for middle east. Ample opporunty for constructions job in Middle east. U been an American citizen, its like adding fresh cream to cake.\n\nA simple search in google for " construction jobs in middle east", opens a door to huge database of jobs and consultancy offering the jobs in construction for middleeast.\n\n\nFollow this link - for some reason,yahoo is missing this link. Type "construction jobs in middle east" in google for details.\n\n\nhttp://www.google.com/search?sourceid=navclient&ie=UTF-8&rls=GGLR,GGLR:2005-43,GGLR:en&q=construction+jobs+in+middle+east\n\n\nAll the best and Do msg me if u find a job.\n\nThink of India or china too for a constructional job.These countries offer excellent job oppr too.\n\nFor further details you can mail me at frefin@yahoo.com\n\nAkbar
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I'ts no problem so long as your reasonably healthy. I work in framing construction and we're always looking for good helpers.Buisness is booming now so go to it!\nJust remember to stay super hydrated (summer is definately here ! ) and do what your told. Your local paper should have plenty of oppertunitys.
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Well, I was going to suggest that a live-in job is just the thing for a student.  But for a civil engineer, specifically, I would say a live-in job where there is construction or renovation to be done, where you could help part-time in exchange for room and board, and still have time to study.  If you lived near here, we have a project or two . . .
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I might be able to help you out but really need more information.\n\nSuch as, why do you state that you would be unsuitable for a field job?\n\nI have a good friend who got his BS Eng [civil] with only average grades. He went into waste disposal - 30 years later he is honored in his professional field, has met the needs of a rapidly growing city, is well paid, and has a fantastic benefits package.\n\nHe has always had work. Sure, his job is not glamorous, but it is essential to the city and he has become the director of the entire operation.
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I just graduated from Glasgow Uni and although I am too sick to work I looked into my options. The first was postgrad study and the second was work. \n\nAnyway, I went to a careers place and they said I had to go back to Glasgow Uni to get advice as I just graduated. I picked up some books and started to read. The books were graduate jobs, that are designed for graduates with and without specialised degrees. With Maths, Computing and Accounting you could apply for these jobs and be offered a specailised place based on the fact that you are qualified in these areas.Look out for graduate careers, rather than just jobs. \n\nI think you are asking the wrong question because you were given the wrong advice. For example, microsoft have graduate career jobs. And even if you are not qualified enough, you are probably more qualified than they are asking for and will train you in any area they need to. If you are willing to take any field, then these is so much out there.\n\nGo to any Uni, go to the careers service and ask for books on graduate careers. They are free for graduates to take home and you will be surprised at your options without developing a 'network of contacts'. You see, these jobs are not advertised in the same way as normal jobs, and are only available to graduates.\n\nI know it really isn't answering your question, but it is the answer to the question you should have been asking, had you been given the right information.\n\nHope this helps and good luck.
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Been there. All you get is crappy hourly jobs, stuff you don't want to do, looking for bigger and better but nothing coming about? sound about right? I have no real suggestion for you other than to keep plugging away. I went through about a 6-7 month stretch of what you're going through. It came to a point where, I was living in Pittsburgh at the time, I said, what's here for me? I looked around and saw that the only I apparently was worth was some menial sh*it job paying 9/hr. I moved since and have landed a nice comfy job in mortgage as a loan officer. if you're comfortable with straight commission the ngive it a try. I'll tell you now to stop wasting your time with the temp agencies. They don't realy give a sh*it about YOUR interests, only their desire to fill a slot by the end of the week. Once in a blue moon they will come across something you'll be interested in but very rarely will that happen. Just keep them on the hook for now but don't burn that bridge just yet. There are placement agencies that deal with more professional positions out there. They still are temp agencies but do more salary and higher positions than the temp agencies do. The ones that come to mind are Robert Half and Officeteam and Manpower. See if there are any in your area and give them a try. Other wise, keep doing the Monster/HotJobs/Careerbuilder thing until something catches your eye. When something does, milk it as if it were you're only hope for work. redo your resume to what they want to hear. Since you've had lots of various experiience, mix and match your skillset until it fits what they are looking for. Also, network. use your friends and family members and see if there are any opening they know of. The old saying holds true that it's not what you know but who you know. If you're looking for something along the lines of exp you've had, look at Aerotech. they specialize in fields of work similar to what your background is.