An employee of Mansfield-based Rippon Homes has celebrated having transitioned from the developer’s sales team to its land department. Sophie Hopkinson, who lives in Lincoln, moved from her role as Sales Negotiator at Rippon’s Roman Meadow development in Welton to take up her new position as an Land Buyer. Having worked for the housebuilder for the past three years, Sophie has previous experience as a Valuation Manager for an estate agent in Newark.  “I decided to transition into the land department because I was eager to progress with Rippon and a build a career within the industry,” she explained. I saw that the job was being advertised and I applied for it in the normal way, following the standard interview procedure.” Now settled into her new role, Sophie says she is really enjoying the challenges she must face on a day-to-day basis, and the level of variety that comes with her responsibilities.  “Working in land is completely different to being in my previous position on site,” she continues, “and though there is a lot to learn, I’m finding the experience of doing so really interesting. What I’m most looking forward to is having the chance to see a site grow and following that journey from start to finish – from first viewing it as a field, to gaining planning permission, then seeing the houses being built and ultimately watching our purchasers make it their forever home. There are so many opportunities in land and I really like that Rippon is so keen on helping people to learn and progress within their careers,” she added. In her spare time, Sophie enjoys spending time on the family farm, which is just a mile away from where she lives, socialising with friends, and going on walks in the countryside. “I congratulate Sophie on her successful transition from our sales team to our land department. Sophie has shown true dedication and skill in her work ever since joining us, and I am confident that she will continue to flourish in her new position,” commented Ian Dyke, Managing Director of Rippon Homes.

John Boughton, former Deputy Managing Director at Willmott Dixon in Wales and the South West, has joined Bouygues UK as Regional Managing Director for Wales and the South West. Bristol-native John has worked in construction for more than 30 years and was Deputy Managing Director at Willmott Dixon for four years. He was instrumental in the company’s track record of growing into a £200 million business in the region. “It is great to be joining Bouygues UK at this time. The team is currently working on two of the most exciting building projects in Wales and in the south West, in the form of the Cardiff Innovation Campus and Castle Park View in Bristol. I have seen these projects develop from afar, so it’s great now to be part of the team developing these iconic buildings. Bouygues UK has a great reputation in Wales and the West and I’m looking forward to cementing that status and pushing the business forward to be the contractor of choice for customers in the region,” said John on his appointment. Before that John worked with various construction contractors such as Sir Robert McAlpine, Tarmac, Pearce Group (now ISG) and Unite, the student accommodation providers. “John’s track record speaks for itself. His knowledge of the construction landscape in the area, but particularly the South West, is unrivalled. I look forward to working closely with John to grow the business in the region, to enhance the offering Bouygues UK provides to projects and further develop our already great team within Wales and the South West,” commented Rob Bradley, CEO of Bouygues UK.

Construction is a big industry, and there are lots of people who think that a job here might be right for them. It’s true, it very may well be, but at the same time, it might not be and it’s up to you to decide. Nobody else can do it for you, because nobody else knows the answers in the same way that you do. If you would like to find out more about how you can tell if a job in construction is going to be right for you, keep reading down below. It’s Secure One of the best things about the construction industry is that it is secure. We are never going to run out of things to build, which means we are always going to need people working in this sector. If you want to know that your line of work is relatively secure most of the time, then this is a good place to be. Keep in mind that just because the industry is secure, it doesn’t necessarily mean that your job is, that will all depend on the company that you work for and how good you are at your job. It Could Make You Feel Good One of the best things about working in construction is that you get to see what you have done immediately. You don’t want to wait for results, they are going to be right in front of you. It’s for that reason that construction actually has one of the highest job satisfaction ratings. Sometimes when you’re working in a different job, it can feel as though you are trying so hard and putting in so much effort, but you’re not seeing any difference or any change in what you are doing. This isn’t going to be the case with construction. Being able to see what you have done in a day will make you feel good. You will know that you’ve achieved something for the day, and this is important for a lot of people. It’s Fun Finally, if you are someone who likes to use their hands and get down and dirty, then construction is a lot of fun. If you are good with your hands, and like to keep them busy throughout the day, then construction is going to be a bonus for you. A lot of people don’t like sitting down at a desk all day and just typing or answering phones, and if this sounds like you, then you might find construction more fun. Working with your hands just gives you a whole new level of feeling behind your career as opposed to being stuck indoors all day. We hope that you have found this article helpful, and now see how you can tell if a job in construction is going to be right for you. Really, you won’t know until you begin working with a company, but you will get a good idea by thinking about these things. We wish you the very best of luck with your career, and hopefully you’re going to choose construction as your future.

Roger Bullivant, the specialist ground engineering company, which is part of the global Soletanche Bachy Group, has appointed Jon Harris as Area Manager in the North West region. Based at the company’s office in Chorley, Jon will be responsible for managing and developing the business unit in line with RB’s ambitious strategic plan for growth.  “I admire the company’s ethos and the fact that everything is driven around quality – from the aesthetics of the product and how its delivered, to the internal systems behind it. There’s also a consistency in standards and business culture which I am proud to be a part of. Although I have joined the company a very unusual time, I am really looking forward to the challenge ahead and working closely with the other regional teams,” commented Jon on his appointment as Area Manager. Jon has worked in the piling industry sector within the North West region for over 25 years. RB North West regions covers a geographical area from Carlisle in the north of England to Llandudno in north Wales. It is an exciting time for the region as it embarks on a new year to achieve business objectives and growth plans. “Jon has wide-ranging piling experience, industry expertise and knowledge of the market. He is the ideal candidate to lead our ambitious plans for strategic growth across the North West, where we design, deliver and install ground solutions across various sectors within the construction industry. We’re thrilled to welcome Jon to the team and wish him the best of luck in his new role,” added Managing Director at Roger Bullivant, Cliff Wren.

Real estate business is a dynamic one. You will often find yourself in a changing situation. It can be with customers, property prices, or areas. But once you learn to market the property you want to sell off well, you’ll be very successful. While earning profits for yourself, you will also be helping people find places to live. Let’s take a look at ways to help you get a job in the real estate industry. What is your end goal? When you step into any business, you should have an end goal in mind. A target you want to achieve is your motivation. Without it, you won’t be able to embark upon the journey of success in real estate. To get to the end, you need to start with the basics. Make sure you clear your test and get your license. Without it, you won’t be able to step into the industry. Careers in the real estate industry can be a blessing, but the first few years are crucial. It is the breaking point of your career. Plan everything for it like building a network, know which areas people want to buy houses in, and so on. You need to try to enhance your advertising skills a lot. Start advertising on search engines and through your customers also. Make pages on social media and add updates about your business now and then. Plan out your marketing strategy in an effective way to reach your ultimate goal. You will need a good resume Real estate is not a part-time job industry. You need a well written and formatted resume to get yourself good jobs in the real estate industries. Without a good job, you will have to find alternate sources of income which can be challenging. It becomes a hassle to shuttle between different jobs during the day, so try to bag the best real estate job. If you don’t know how to write a good resume or have never done it before, don’t stress out. You can approach a cv writing service to get the best possible CV for yourself. Services like ResumeThatWorks.com prepare well-drafted resumes with all the details that you provide. You only have to pay them an affordable amount and get your job done. Why bother so much when you can buy something and get a job too! You can also find samples online if you want to give it a shot yourself. Get creative If you want to be successful, then be creative. Come up with catchy slogans that put the spotlight on you! Come up with good deals to attract people to your office. Have a well-designed office to attract people. They might feel that if you have constructed your office so well, you’d know what kind of houses people want. Working in the real estate industry takes much creativity to attract people. Your marketing strategies should be creative and set you apart from your competitors. Remember that most real estate agents neglect creativity. They only focus on mainstream areas and houses. Try to find modern properties located in modern areas and collaborate with them. Create attractive personal note cards to give to people. Ask your friends and customers for referrals if they like your work. Come up with ideas to support your online presence. Only because your online website is professional, doesn’t mean it has to be boring. Volunteer work Volunteering goes a long way when it comes to building a good public reputation. It is a great way to give back to the community. One way is to train a few newbies in the industry. You can help them by delivering your knowledge about the business. Tell them about what you have gathered throughout the years. That way, you will be doing something for society’s betterment. You can, later on, hire them as you can trust them to know your work style. Many students are now interested in this business as it is a profitable one. If you are also trying to make it big in the real estate market, you need to focus a lot on it. Getting into the real estate industry might take away all your time. You won’t have any time on your hand for college submissions. Assignments might also pile up, and there is a risk of missing out on deadlines. It’s time you pay for essay writing online. They can handle your assignments while you focus on your career. Network You can’t survive in this industry without building a strong network. You must focus on your networking skills to make sure to do justice to your job. Interact with people regularly and always keep your card ready. Try to make sure your customers are happy with your services so that they recommend you to others. To face the market’s cut-throat competitive environment, you must always be on your toes to survive. Work with other agents who are working for a longer time. They have much knowledge on how to market. You can use their brand name to build yours. Don’t wonder how to get into the real estate industry without having a mentor. You need a mentor to teach you ways to handle networking: the larger your network, the more your outreach. So never compromise on this, have someone who can guide you in the initial stages of your career. Be competitive As we said, you have to face cut-throat competition as a newbie in the business. So remain firm and come up with new ideas. Never have a laid back attitude; otherwise, your competitors will take away all your customers. Keep an eye on everything they’re doing and on the dynamics of the market. Keep an update on what’s going on around you. With that, keep your accounts private. Edmund Malone, a business developer who works with Essaykitchen believes that you must do whatever it takes to achieve success and be competitive. Try to have a cordial relationship with everyone in the market to keep