What a Construction Manager at DMCI Wishes They Had Known Before Entering the Construction Industry
Joselle, a Construction Manager, advises aspiring construction professionals to understand the demanding workload, stating that "you really need to put in the work...show up for all six days of work". Equally crucial, yet often overlooked, is the significance of teamwork and relationship building for achieving optimal results, as "every day...you will need to work with other people".
Hard Truths, Industry Realities, Teamwork, Workplace Challenges, Project Management
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Joselle Civil
Construction Manager
DMCI Project Developers Inc.
University of the Philippines - Diliman, 2013
UCLA Anderson, MBA Candidate '25
Engineering - Civil
Architecture, Construction & Design, Real Estate
Operations and Project Management
International Student, Scholarship Recipient, Student Athlete
Video Highlights
1. Hard work and dedication are essential for success in the construction industry.
2. Teamwork and relationship building are crucial for effective collaboration and achieving optimal results.
3. The construction industry offers a fulfilling career path for those who are willing to put in the effort and develop strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
Transcript
What have you learned about this role that you wish someone would have told you before you entered the industry?
You really need to put in the work. You need to show up for all six days of work, but it's also very fulfilling.
The importance of teamwork and relationship building is not highlighted enough. Everyone who wishes to join the construction industry should know this, because every day you will need to work with other people.
You will need to understand the people you work with in order to get the best output you can expect from them. This should be valued and pursued.