Professions
There is a lot that needs to be done before a construction project can begin to get off the ground. Creative people, financial experts and legal professionals all play a part in the initial development phases.
Once that project has actually begun, construction managers, engineers and surveyors organise the people working on the site to ensure that what is built matches the original designs.
Architect
Once the initial ideas for a new building or restoration job have been sketched out, it's the architect's job to design the building in detail.
Architectural technologist
Architectural technologists are specialists in the application and integration of technology into design and construction.
Building engineer
The job of the Building Engineer is an important and varied one. It incorporates all activities involved in the creation and maintenance of the built environment.
Building services engineer
It's the building services engineer’s job to design, install and maintain the essential services such as gas, electricity, water, heating and lighting - as well as many you probably didn't realise.
Building control surveyor
It's the building control surveyor's job to check plans in the office and inspect the buildings themselves, to ensure that none of these regulations are overlooked.
Building surveyor
It’s the building surveyor’s job to “care for” new and old buildings, ensuring that they are structurally sound.
Civil engineer
Choose a career in civil engineering and it’ll be your job to turn complex designs into reality.
Clerk of Works
A clerk of works is appointed to oversee the safety and quality of work on a construction site.
Geomatics surveyor
Geomatics surveyor
Construction manager
The construction manager's job is to ensure that the construction site runs smoothly, no matter what difficulties and problems occur.
Facilities manager
Construction's not just about the construction element of the job. Once it's built, and populated by its occupants, there is still much to be done. That's where Facilities Managers step in
General practice surveyor
Just like cars, buildings are bought, sold, renovated and valued, and a general practice surveyor plays a big part in every deal.
Geospatial modeller
A geospacial modeller is involved in some of the newest and most exciting branches of construction, producing computerised 3-D models of natural and built landscapes.
Geotechnical engineer
While most people in construction are concerned with what's happening above the ground, the geotechnical engineer carries out investigations of below ground conditions, to determine the conditions under our feet, be it rock, soil, or water.
Hydrographic surveyor
In the past, it was often very difficult to accurately measure the depths of lakes, oceans and rivers. These days it can be done by satellite navigation, and is a job carried out by hydrographic surveyors
Insulation Engineer (Thermal)
Thermal insulation engineers play a vital part in energy conservation. A good head for heights and ability to work in confined spaces are essential.
Landscape architect
Landscape architecture is really a combination of architecture and horticulture. Working with plants, shrubs and trees, they develop the spaces between buildings
Land surveyor
It’s the land surveyor’s job to measure, record and visually present features of the landscape all around us.
Project manager
This is a very varied job, and can often begin at the design stage and run right through to the completion of a construction project.
Quantity surveyor
Once a building project starts it's important that it follows the originally agreed budget. It's the quantity surveyor's job to make sure this happens, by managing cost efficiently and getting the best value out of contractors.
Structural engineer
A structural engineer makes sure that a building's shape, design and the materials it is made from are strong enough to withstand the forces of nature. In
Town planner
As you'd expect, town planners oversee the development of an entire town or region.