Career Management
Control your whole career in one place and maximise your potential
Alignment
Create a career you love waking up to
Project Management
Run projects faster and smarter all in one centralised location
Productivity Management
Streamline your workflow and double your performance
Knowledge Management
Remember everything with your personal digital brain
Performance Management
Achieve consistent performances and world class results
Subcontractor & Client Management
Effortlessly management subcontractors and clients
Skill Development
Develop high value skills that set you apart from competition
The Playbook
Bring in unique insights to increase commercial success
Community & Courses
Unlock the full potential of the system
Payments
Innovative payment solutions for modern projects
Three Quantity Surveying Career Paths
Sunday, October 27, 2024
I have interviewed top 1% Construction Pro’s
I have worked with the CEO of Balfour Beatty for 3 months as the only person chosen in the entire company
I have friends who have had 5 promotions in 10 years
I can see what they have done that is different to others.
My hope for this article is to make you aware that there are levels to this game.
You can be in a job and work for money
You can be in a career and develop your knowledge and skills
You can be in mastery and wake up excited every day
Let me show you the difference and then what I would love for you to do is to identify where you are and where you want to be.
Mark = Job
Mark graduated from university with a degree in Quantity Surveying. Eager to start earning and pay off his student loans, he took the first job he was offered at a small construction firm.
Mark’s Day-to-Day:
- Mark spends his days calculating costs for construction projects, preparing tender documents, and handling invoices. He meticulously follows company protocols and ensures everything is accurate.
- His primary motivation is financial stability. He clocks in at 9 am and out at 5 pm, eager to leave work behind when the day ends.
- Mark does his job well but doesn’t feel particularly connected to it. He looks forward to weekends and vacations more than anything.
After five years, Mark remains in a similar role, with occasional pay raises. The job has provided financial security but not much else.
He hasn’t pursued further qualifications or training, and his skill set has plateaued. The lack of passion has prevented him from seeking more challenging opportunities.
Susan = Career
Susan also graduated with a degree in Quantity Surveying but approached her career with a different mindset. She joined a mid-sized construction consultancy firm with a clear plan for her professional growth.
Susan’s Day-to-Day:
- In addition to traditional quantity surveying duties, Susan takes on project management roles, mentors junior staff, and continuously seeks new challenges.
- Susan is driven by professional achievement and recognition. She sets clear goals, attends industry conferences, and takes on additional responsibilities to climb the career ladder.
- She is highly engaged, often working late to perfect a project proposal or studying for advanced certifications.
After ten years, Susan has advanced to a senior management position. She leads large-scale projects and has built a reputation in the industry.
She has earned multiple certifications and is RICS Chartered, constantly expanding her knowledge and skills. Her career is fulfilling, offering both financial rewards and professional satisfaction.
John = Mastery
John’s journey began similarly to Mark and Susan, but his perspective on work evolved differently. He started in a reputable construction company, but his passion for sustainable building practices soon took centre stage.
John’s Day-to-Day:
- John focuses on projects that align with his values. He specialises in sustainable construction and works on projects that reduce environmental impact. He often collaborates with environmental NGOs and community organisations.
- Driven by a deep sense of purpose, John is motivated by the positive impact his work has on the environment and society.
- John’s work is a labor of love. He finds joy in every project, seeing it as a step towards a better future.
John becomes a thought leader in sustainable construction. He starts his own consultancy focused on green building practices and speaks at international conferences.
His work not only brings him immense personal satisfaction but also influences industry standards and inspires others. John’s mastery has created a lasting legacy that extends beyond his own career.
OB = Mark finds financial stability but little personal or professional growth, remaining in a comfortable yet uninspired job.
CAREER = Susan achieves significant professional success and satisfaction by building a thriving career, continually advancing and learning.
MASTERY = John transcends the traditional boundaries of a career, turning his work into mastery that aligns with his deepest values, leaving a meaningful impact on the industry and society.
Through these three stories, we see how the same starting point can lead to vastly different outcomes based on individual motivations, engagement levels, and the alignment of work with personal values and passions.
……….
The next question is…
How can you control your career, manage projects efficiently, and become a highly valuable Quantity Surveyor?
This is where Construction Mastery becomes your ultimate solution
Construction Mastery is a digital tool for forward thinking Quantity Surveyors!
More Articles
The Future of Quantity Surveyors: Preparing for Tomorrow
The job of a quantity surveyor is changing quickly. If you’re not ready for these changes, you could be replaced by technology. Let’s talk about how you can prepare today to stay valuable in the future. In the UK, there’s a supermarket called Tesco. Imagine a checkout worker at Tesco. All they do is scan items without really thinking about it. This is easy work, and anyone can do it. But guess what? Computers can do it too, and maybe even better. A "Tesco surveyor" is like that checkout worker. They do their job without really thinking, just going through the motions. If we do our work on autopilot, just like a Tesco surveyor, we could be replaced by computers very soon.
Pay and Promotions in Today's Quantity Surveying World
In the past, getting a pay raise or a promotion at work often depended on how long you had been at your job and how much experience you had. If you had been working for many years, you were more likely to move up the ladder. Experience was key. The longer you stayed with a company, the more likely you were to earn more money or get a better job title. But things have changed a lot. Today, what really matters is how well you perform at your job and the results you achieve. It’s no longer just about how many years you’ve worked or how old you are. It’s about what you can do and how well you can do it.
The Difference Between a 10/10 and a 5/10 Quantity Surveyor
In life, we often compare ourselves to those around us, thinking we are doing pretty well. But what if we are only comparing ourselves to a small group, like the best player in a neighbourhood football game? When we step into a bigger arena, like the Premier League, we might find out we are nowhere near as good as we thought. The same is true for many professions, including quantity surveying.
But that’s not all Construction Mastery Does
Construction Mastery equips you with everything you need to excel to world-class levels, accelerate your promotions, and become a powerful asset for your company
Career Management
Control your whole career in one place and maximise your potential
Alignment
Create a career you love waking up to
Project Management
Run projects faster and smarter all in one centralised location
Productivity Management
Streamline your workflow and double your performance
Knowledge Management
Remember everything with your personal digital brain
Performance Management
Achieve consistent performances and world class results
Subcontractor & Client Management
Effortlessly management subcontractors and clients
Skill Development
Develop high value skills that set you apart from competition
The Playbook
Bring in unique insights to increased commercial success
Community & Courses
Unlock the full potential of the system
Payments
Innovative payment solutions for modern projects
NEW
© 2024 All Rights Reserved | Construction Mastery