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CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING
Building Jobs
Building jobs are physically demanding and many employees of the construction industry work around 37 hours a week, plus overtime. Those with building jobs on major projects may have to work very long hours to meet the deadlines. Working conditions can be very hot in summer and cold in winter, because jobs are often located on muddy building sites. The work is always varied because much of it is project-based, meaning building jobs are carried out in many different locations. The construction industry is currently growing and there is room for tens of thousands of new employees each year. Even though the industry is booming, the amount of building jobs available does fluctuate from time to time.
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If you're just starting out a career in construction and looking to specialise in hands-on work like painting, roofing and bricklaying, it's possible to train and gain qualifications while working. There are also training schemes available that include apprenticeships and NQV courses. In order to join one of these courses, you'll need a good basic education. Once working in the construction industry and doing a hands-on building job, you can think about developing your career by training to become an engineering technician or construction manager.
Building jobs are currently a major source of employment in the UK.
Graduates with construction related degrees can enter the profession higher up, as civil engineers, surveyors and architects and then work towards chartered status, the internationally recognised qualification. Building jobs are currently a major source of employment in the UK and provide a huge range of career options for people of all skills and educations. There are great opportunities available for anyone interested in construction, design and management.