Y OUR C AREER S TARTS H ERE Y OUR C AREER S TARTS H ERE Resume Development MCAA Student Chapter Summit Resume Development MCAA Student Chapter Summit October 11, 2014

It’s all about YOU PreparationPersonal Key Elements Branding

Development & Preparation What is resume used for? How can yours stand out from others? Which type of resume should you use?

Development & Preparation Appearance and phrasing Worksheet / questions Strong verbs (administered, evaluated, prepared, collaborated, developed, solved, revitalized, diagnosed, achieved)

Personal Statements Who you are as a person Key skills & experience 1 st sentence is most important part

Typical “career objective” statements… A position in Project Management Construction Industry Project Manager Project Manager for a mechanical contractor

Personal Statements I am enthusiastic, reliable, organized and hardworking. A self-motivated individual with a spirit of positive energy and commitment who is goal-oriented, adept at prioritizing and completing tasks pursuing a bachelors of science in construction management. - Currently in school

Personal Statements I am a dedicated student who has a great deal of ambition seeking an internship that will enhance my mechanical construction knowledge while testing my theoretical skills. I am particularly interested in the area of technology. - Currently in school

Personal Statements Recently graduated from Norwich University School of Architecture and Art where I earned a BS in Architecture while working for Shepard Exposition Services and Dartmouth College which has enhanced both my creativity and knowledge of project management. In my current role as a Construction Management graduate assistant, I am creating video tutorials for Autocad, Revit, and Primavera P6 and achieved a working knowledge of industry software. - Recent graduate

Personal Statements Acquired skills and knowledge essential for managing key areas of site construction and the problem solving skills needed related to field issues. Through my studies and work experience, I have acquired the ability to meet deadlines while maintaining a high standard of work. Proficient in prioritizing and completing tasks in a timely manner. A team player who is attentive to detail and able to work in a fast paced environment. ~ Seeking a Field Supervisory Position

Personal Statements Highly developed skills in problem identification and implementation of effective solutions. Comfortable with analyzing and understanding data, working under time pressure, and presenting myself in a professional manner. A friendly, mature, and flexible individual with an innovative approach towards objectives and tasks. ~ Seeking a Project Management-track Position

Resume Key Elements Work experience Key skills & attributes Areas of expertise Project management, supervision or leadership skills Technical skills Personal skills

Resume Key Elements Education & Training (school projects, competition teams, seminars…) Certifications & Licenses

“Available upon request…” Work product CAD drawings BIM examples Project portfolio / photos Reports Significant school projects Capstone / Senior project References

Personal Branding Rise above the competition Exert your distinctiveness

Personal Branding Personal brand equity Continuous improvement Every 6-12 months Resume enhancement

Branding Example Statements Skills and knowledge essential for managing site construction. A self-motivated individual with a spirit of positive energy and commitment.

Business card with branding statement to distribute at networking events… Name Phone # Highly developed skills in problem identification and implementation of effective solutions. Name Phone # Highly developed skills in problem identification and implementation of effective solutions.

So…what are you going to say when you walk up to the table… Your second commercial (“elevator speech”) Your targeted job position Education and training Focus on your strengths Competencies most relevant to the position Tailor each commercial

Hello, my name is __________ and I am completing a degree in ___________ at __________. I am interested in a career in (or position as a) __________. I have been involved (during college) in __________and developed skills in _______. I have also had an internship position (employment) as a ___________ and discovered that I really enjoy __________. Could you tell me more about __________?

It’s not what you know… It’s not who you know… It’s who knows YOU! NETWORKINGNETWORKING

Mechanical Construction