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Celebrating 6 months at Mace how time flies 🍃 I’ve been talking with my colleagues from my cohort this week and I found myself making the statement, “can you believe it’s been 6 months already”. 😲 If you’ve been following my posts long enough, you’ll know that I enjoy sharing my nuggets of wisdom while on my professional journey, and how I hope it helps you on your journey as you take off 🚀 So here you have it, My Top 3 Tips since starting at Mace 👷🏾♀️ ⭐️Stay up to date with the latest industry news This is SUPER important, especially when new regulations affect your projects. In the construction industry, a new Building Safety Act amendment came into effect in October 2023, introducing a new crucial duty holder called a Principal Appointment Person (PAP) which impacts all stakeholders involved in a construction project. Don’t learn this the hard way, be on top of industry news and when you know about it share it with others. ⭐️Push yourself to think beyond what’s expected Advocating for greater social mobility wherever I go is one of my passions and I wanted to bring value to Mace in this area. Having only been with Mace for a month, I shared my vision with a senior colleague, which was positively received. The lesson here is, don’t think just because you are new and junior that you can’t voice your fresh new ideas, they are more welcomed than you think. ⭐️Take up opportunities that present themselves but be smart about it Not every opportunity is good for you, don’t take on too much that it is to your detriment. In the beginning, there can be pressure to get involved with everything that is thrown at you, but you then run the risk of spreading yourself too thin that everything you do has no impact. Know your limit but flex your capabilities, know the difference between pushing yourself and doing too much. Here’s to another 6 months of learning, growing and making a positive impact 💃🏾 #professionalgrowth #professionaldevelopment #projectmanagement #mace

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It’s been a year 🎉 Working Self Employed from Portugal. Time for a moment of self-reflection; ↳ How did it go so far? ↳ What are my biggest learning experiences? ↳ What would I do differently? ↳ I'm happy to report that it works! Companies and individuals in the Netherlands have the confidence to work together despite the physical distance. I work both on a project basis but have also engaged into long-term partnerships.   The latter proves to be very beneficial for both parties. By working on the basis of mutual trust, with standard rates, we keep overhead costs to a minimum and thus it is possible to deliver high-quality services very quickly and efficient. ↳ It's mainly Self-Employed Architects who yearn for a sustainable cooperation. Small companies who need additional capacity quick. Drawing work or technical advice only. By working with a standard agreement, even assignments taking only several hours are becoming profitable. ↳ Clients appreciate it when I think with them and sometimes even act a little stubborn. I always work on the principle of ‘doing more by doing less’. Which sounds contradictory. But I see it happening again and again, we rush and do all the work without a moment of reflection; ‘what needs to be done right now to move the project forward?’ Sometimes that results in less profit for me. But I’m confident it will be valued on the long term. ↳ At last, maybe the biggest lesson I’ve learned. You can’t plan life. A life-changing event like emigrating to another country is so much more than a different house and a different language, it changes your whole view of the world. It opens up new doors you were unaware of before you left. It’s about letting go everything you thought that would be, accepting this new reality and anticipating on that. I haven't regretted my choice for one single moment. ❤️ My sincere thanks to everyone who has supported me and believed that we could make this work.   👉 Have I raised your interest with this story and do you also feel like working together? Feel free to get in touch or have a look at my website.

Meet our carpenter apprentice, Bryan! We asked him some questions about himself that we would like to share. 1. What initially drew you to your field? I’ve always been interested in construction. My father and his father were both carpenters when I was growing up, so being around them had an influence on my choice of career. 2. Who has been the biggest influence on your career path, and why? My biggest influence has been other carpenters and business agents from my local. When attending meetings or volunteer work for my local and seeing other carpenters who have seen success in this trade motivates me to want to continue to develop my skills 3. If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and why? I’d like to travel to Greece or Italy. I’d love to see Italy for the culture and food, and Greece I would love to see for the views. 4. What’s a fun fact about yourself that most people wouldn’t know? I like a good nature hike. Especially with my dog. I love to explore in to nature and see things we don’t see in our everyday life of civilization. 5. What’s your favorite aspect of our company culture? My favorite aspect of this company’s culture is their supportiveness, commitment to safety and recognition of quality work. 6. What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? Don’t stress over things you can’t change.

SkillBuild National Final 2024 is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect excuse to swap the hard hat for a spectator cap. Think of it as the Glastonbury of the construction world, minus the mud and with a tad more cement. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when you put the UK’s finest construction trainees and apprentices in a room together, here's your chance to find out. Spoiler alert: It involves a lot of skill, a bit of friendly rivalry, and absolutely zero tolerance for shortcuts. This year, over 1,000 eager competitors have hammered, sawed, and drilled their way through 10 trades and 19 regional heats. Now, the crème de la crème will converge at the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes. And what’s in it for you? → Witness the UK’s top tradespeople showcase their expertise. → Engage in hands on activities at our careers experience hub. → Be captivated by TED style talks from industry leaders. → Network with fellow construction aficionados over lunch. Wednesday 20 November 2024 and Thursday 21 November 2024 are your dates to remember. The Marshall Arena isn’t just about the competition. There’s a viewing balcony for those who prefer their construction drama with a side of refreshment. And worry not, the location is conveniently accessible from the A5, with amenities aplenty. So, whether you’re looking to be inspired, network, or simply find out if your DIY skills hold up against the pros, SkillBuild is the place to be. P.S. Tickets are free, but spaces are limited. What are you waiting for? Get your tickets through this link: https://lnkd.in/eXatPxyf? See you there!

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This morning, crews and contractors were continuing work on the new SAGE Center expansion overflow parking area, landscaping, and applying stucco to the building’s exterior. Everything is taking shape and we are excited to see this project complete and open. The expansion project at the SAGE Center is adding 15,150 square feet of much-needed convention space for our region. The project is paid for in part by State funding to support cultural arts and workforce training events. House Bill 2006, which was passed at the end of the 2021 Oregon Legislative session, appropriates $4.3 million for the construction of the facility. https://lnkd.in/gEHXQwNT #portofmorrow #ports #portindustry #portoperations #workingwaterfront #columbiariver #industry #oregonindustry #visitsage #workforcedevelopment #innovationandentreprenuership #workforce #economicdevelopment #jobready #workready #womenintrades #internships #apprenticeships #skilledtrades #jobopportunities #careerdevelopment

I often get asked 'why as a business owner, do you love getting your hands dirty?' It’s simple. Because I love it. I started my career as an apprentice at 16, and have always enjoyed the hands-on approach to this business. After 25 years, my passion for craftsmanship and carpentry just gets stronger every year. The best piece of advice I was given, and one that I’ve never forgotten, was 'whatever you do in life, always follow your gut instinct'. #GraniteTransformations #GraniteTransformationsTeam #GTColchester #BestAdvice #apprenticeshipsuccess

This week marked my 1 year anniversary with Bridge Tower! 🎉 What an incredible first year it’s been working with this exceptionally talented and authentic team. A few lessons experienced and that I’m grateful to have learned during my transition from civil engineering consultant to land developer: 1) Decision-making is an art and quality decision-making relies heavily on asking quality questions. 2) Don’t wait until the “right time” to voice an opposing view. The right team will understand Steven Covey’s sentiment that “Two People can see the same thing, disagree, and yet both be right”. 3) Understand your audience, set realistic timelines and expectations with proper contingencies, trust but verify. Surprises with permits, jurisdictions, contractor crews, weather (the list goes on) are not uncommon when developing land. The more we can prepare for and communicate the risks and unknowns, the easier it will be to address challenges when they inevitably pop up. On to the next one! ☀️

50 DAYS TO GO - 60 REASONS TO VISIT BYTNAR LTD STAND THIS YEAR   🔵 REASON NO 11🔵   WE ARE AGILE! Ohhh… so you work in software development? We surely do develop software solutions for our operation that make us smarter, safer and more effective. This approach also spills into our operation as we chunkify the project development process to weed out any inconsistencies, clashes or issues at the early stage and iterate quickly to deliver projects more effectively. How does that look from the outside? We communicate often and directly. Picking up a phone to have a quick chat about this that and the other to agree on the way forward before sending that convoluted email that does not mean much before you untangle what your Architect or Engineer has to say, likely resulting in a phone call or/and a meeting. We do not have time for nonsense and frankly, we think you do not too. So, if you want an AGILE partner on your next project or you have not yet realised what a breath of fresh air such a partner is, BYTNAR LTD is where you will find him. It is just 50 days to the Kent Construction Event of the Year Kent Construction EXPO 2024 held at Detling's Kent Event Centre. But do not wait till the event, get in touch to discuss your projects and needs. 💡 Better still, go to our website and book a 25-minute free consultation on the day of the EXPO and make the most out of the show!💡 - link below (there are only 14 spaces available).  https://lnkd.in/e-4-33_D   www.bytnar.co.uk info@bytnar.co.uk 01233367987    BYTNAR - DESIGNS THE WORLD AROUND YOU   Event powered by: Kent Construction Focus Group (KCFG) Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce