Secure your future career in the built environment

We completely understand if you’re not looking for a new job right now. Maybe you’re already at your dream job and doing great.

If that’s the case: congratulations!

 

But it remains a fact that the built environment & construction industry is ever-changing, and fast.

That’s why it’s a good idea to think proactively and keep an eye out for future opportunities, no matter what your situation is today.

 

Let us help!

Built environment recruitment, but no job ads?

That’s right! We don’t do job listings the way traditional recruitment companies do.

 

Instead, we continuously work with many different companies in the industry looking for competence over time. Because of this, you can express your interest in exploring new opportunities in the future, without taking risks by having to change jobs right here, right now.

 

By getting to know you and your preferences, we can match you with a great new project, at a point in time that works for you and the new employer.

 

Tell us what’s important to you, and we will watch the market for you. That way, you’ll be ahead of the competition effortlessly!

Here are some of the roles we work with (but far from all):

Our clients have assignments that encompass virtually all types of designers and engineers, for both contractors and technical consultants, in both construction and civil engineering.

 

If you are an experienced engineer, you will likely be responsible for both the technical and financial aspects, from start to finish. In close contact with the company’s clients, you ensure that each assignment is delivered according to specifications.

 

Depending on the size of the project, you will lead the day-to-day of a larger or smaller project team, making sure that resources are planned appropriately. You drive the team towards a common goal, thrive on motivating your colleagues, and foster a positive project spirit.

 

Examples of roles:

 

HVAC Engineer:

Project manages, designs, and oversees installations and technical issues in buildings in the most energy-efficient way possible.

 

Electrical Engineer:

Handles computerized network planning and design.

 

Power Systems Engineer:

A varied role where you design, commission, and maintain power systems and electrical installations.

 

Civil Engineer:

A collective term for many different professions; for instance, you might work as a civil engineer in road and water projects or in electrical power.

 

Sprinkler Designer:

Designs sprinkler systems in consultation with clients and project managers.

 

Geotechnical Engineer:

Responsible for planning and design work in close collaboration with contractors.

 

Personal qualities often include drive, initiative, a strong interest in technology, and a desire to learn and grow. The role often requires significant engagement in consulting with good communication skills, strong collaboration abilities, and an interest in maintaining positive relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and clients.

Many of the architects we work with are technical consultants, but they also operate within the contracting sector. Their tasks include transforming visions and ideas from initial sketches into tangible realities, analyzing, questioning, and interpreting what needs to be done, and converting it into something concrete.

 

In many cases, you may also need to set requirements and act as an advisor. The architect plays a key role in structural projects, and in both the private and public sectors, the architect must ensure that high quality is maintained in the finished building.

 

Building Architects:

For those who enjoy designing various types of buildings, but who can also work on urban planning or cultural heritage projects.

 

Planning Architects:

If you are passionate about planning new neighborhoods and transforming existing areas in cities, you may be involved in creating documents for making decisions on how to best utilize land and water.

 

Landscape Architects:

For those who work with outdoor environments, such as parks, squares, and schoolyards, as well as urban planning, project development, conservation, and similar areas.

 

Personal qualities often sought after include being proactive and sociable with a market-oriented focus, resourceful and structured, with the ability to organize and prioritize your work. You should also be communicative and collaborative, business-oriented, capable of easily establishing new client contacts, pedagogical, unprestigous, and creative with strong design skills.

As a Site Manager, your primary responsibility is to drive and lead the daily operations of projects, ensuring their development and compliance with building safety regulations. You supervise construction workers and subcontractors, train them on site safety practices, and evaluate employee performance. This role is certainly varied, but it also comes with its challenges.

 

Some of the qualities and qualifications you are likely to possess include extensive experience in the industry, a background as a project manager or site manager with operational leadership and formal staff responsibility. You have a personal and attentive leadership style. Collaboration, active listening, and building and maintaining trust with others are second nature to you. You need to be able to work independently, show initiative, and understand the importance of fostering long-term relationships with clients. You also have knowledge in finance, operations, project management, and client communication.

 

The job often encompasses all or significant parts of the construction process. Your team typically includes a project manager and various support functions with specialists, such as those focused on occupational health and safety. Projects can vary from large, complex assignments with corporate clients to smaller, shorter tasks for private customers.

We work with companies seeking expertise in geotechnics, field geotechnology, and measurement technology. The role encompasses a broad spectrum of responsibilities, from early-stage investigations to providing technical support during the execution phase.

 

Tasks include settlement and stability investigations, design of foundations and construction works, preparation of tender documents or materials for detailed planning, dimensioning and design of geostructures, and support for contractors, among others. Your role often involves driving projects from start to finish, ensuring high-quality delivery. You lead and help develop team members, and often play an essential role as an expert and senior advisor to clients when working as a consultant.

 

Common requirements from our clients include a civil engineering or university degree in construction, along with extensive experience in geotechnics and geostructures. You have likely worked as a geotechnical engineer for several years and currently hold a senior and leading role as a consultant or within the client-side.

 

Personally, you are unprestigous, development-oriented, communicative, and self-assured. You place a high value on quality and are committed to fostering positive relationships and collaborations around you. 

What do you mean by "think proactively"?

To think proactively essentially means anticipating risks, planning for the future, and being prepared for changes in advance. A proactive career means having goals within your job that you actively work to achieve, but also that you build a safety net for yourself, should you need a new job fast.

 

If you’ve ever wished for a higher salary, more flexibility, or maybe the option to bring your dog to the office, you’ve already identified your pain points. That means you have everything to gain by taking charge of your career plan. When you’re proactive and know what you want, you increase your chances of getting it in the future. 

Don't plan your career alone - we're here for you!

Take a step forward in your career today, without having to change jobs right now.

 

We’ll help you build a strong foundation for your future career. From us, you will gain market insights, discover new opportunities, and learn about news & trends that could impact your career in the long run. Finally, when you’re ready to make a move, we’re here to help you make it happen.

 

We at Worko have extensive experience in built environment recruitment. We understand what you do at work, and have built up a large network in the industry since 2011 – meaning we know a lot of people, and we’ll find a great match for you.

 

Also, our services are completely free for you as a candidate – what do you have to lose?

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