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YOUR CAREERYOUR CAREERSTARTS HERESTARTS HERE
Resume DevelopmentMCAA Student Chapter Summit
October 11, 2014
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
1st sentence is most important part
Typical “career objective” statements…
A position in Project ManagementConstruction Industry Project ManagerProject 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 & attributesAreas 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 productCAD drawingsBIM examplesProject portfolio / photosReports
Significant school projects Capstone / Senior projectReferences
Personal Branding
Rise above the competition
Exert your distinctiveness
Personal Branding
Personal brand equityContinuous improvementEvery 6-12 monthsResume 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…
NamePhone # email
Highly developed skills in problem identification and implementation of effective solutions.
NamePhone # email
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 30-60 second commercial (“elevator speech”)
Your targeted job positionEducation and trainingFocus on your strengthsCompetencies most relevant to the positionTailor 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 It’s not what you know…know…
It’s not who you It’s not who you know…know…
It’s It’s whowho knows knows YOU!YOU!
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