When you’re looking for a change, refreshing your CV is one of the first steps to ensure you are fully prepared for the job-hunting process. Our senior consultant, Imogen, who specialises in placing project and cost managers across the built environment space, working closely with SME consulting firms, management consultants & occupiers/end clients, shares her suggestions for making sure your CV is up to scratch.
Details, details, details
“It’s hugely important that you include as much detail as possible about your previous project work. Including things like the CAPEX of a project, the industry and a summary of your main achievements help us to understand what sort of roles you are interested in, what projects you are used to working on and what roles would be the best fit for you.”
Don’t forget the dates
“It’s something we may forget from time to time but is vital in both the recruitment consultant and the hiring manager to know how many years of experience you have, as well as have a rough idea of what your notice period looks like.”
Qualifications, first.
“One of my biggest pieces of advice is to always put any qualifications at the top of your CV. When I submit it to the client, they will want to get an overview of your most important information as quickly as possible. Make sure you are standing out to them!”
Formatting is key
“Keep your CV neat and well-spaced, with all sections clearly identifiable. A section for relevant skills is a good idea, as it helps to draw attention to important information that hiring managers will want to see. Make sure projects are ordered with the most recent date first, and places dates where they can be seen clearly. A succinct personal profile is also a great opportunity to summarise your most important information, such as qualifications, notice period and years of experience in your field.”
Check, then spell check again
“Avoiding bad grammar, unnecessary sentences /buzzwords and spelling mistakes are crucial. Read over your CV a couple of times before sending it over, sending it to a colleague or friend is also a good idea to get a second look. Equally, getting in touch with your consultant for CV feedback is a resource that you should utilise.”
If you are looking for your next challenge as a project manager within the built environment, our specialist consultants are here to provide insight and assistance every step of the way. From CV advice and feedback to tailored job searches, we know how to find the role that has your long-term career goals in mind.
For project management opportunities, get in touch with Imogen via imogen@wearepillar.com, or visit our vacancies page for roles across other divisions.
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