Description
As a young construction industry professional standing on the first step of the winding staircase of success, do you feel overwhelmed? As a project manager, do you wonder how to bring together a culturally diverse team and create a success story? As a student, have you ever wondered how to navigate your academic journey and then transition into being a young professional in the United States? A panel of young, international construction professionals will share their stories and provide insights into the challenges they faced while transitioning from academics to the ground reality of job sites, while also dealing with language barriers, cultural differences, and work permit issues. The panel will discuss the role of emerging technologies such as virtual design and construction (VDC) in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry and how young professionals can maximize this technology to stand out in the crowd. The panel will also provide a road map for using academic and professional skills to advance in the construction industry.
Key Learnings
- Learn about the transition from students to young construction professionals.
- Learn about implementing strategies to onboard a diverse workforce for an inclusive culture.
- Develop skill sets aligning with the latest innovations of construction companies.
- Discover how cost/schedule analysis, field ops, project management, and VDC can improve coordination and drive efficiency on site.