Construction Diaries
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Jim Burnett,
Aged 31
Qualifications
City and Guilds 236 Part 1, 2 and 3 and NVQ Level 3.
What do you do day-to-day?
My job varies widely in variety. I review designs from contractors, review project specifications from clients, carry out inspections, surveys, prepare method statements for clients and generally assist the project teams on various projects with technical assistance and planning.
What encouraged you to join the construction industry?
When I was leaving school I had various options. One was to enter college; the other was to carry out an apprenticeship. The latter was the option I took and obtained a position within an electrical contracting company as an electrician apprentice.
Where do you want to take your career?
I would like to be in higher managerial position and even Director Level!