Biggest Challenges Faced by a Landscape Designer II at Siegfried Engineering
Regina's biggest challenge as a Landscape Designer II is prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively, especially given the fast-paced nature of construction where "construction moves very fast". This requires constant attention to deadlines and juggling multiple projects, which necessitates revisiting and completing all tasks.
Project Management, Time Management, Prioritization, Stress Management, Overcoming Challenges
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Regina Paredes Martinez
Landscape Designer II
Siegfried Engineering
University of California Davis
n/a
Architecture, Interior Design
Consulting & Related Professional Services
Product / Service / Software Development and Management
Pell Grant Recipient, Took Out Loans, Immigrant, Worked 20+ Hours in School, Greek Life Member, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. Balancing competing priorities and deadlines is a significant challenge.
2. Effective time management and prioritization are crucial for success.
3. Construction projects require a fast-paced and adaptable approach to keep up with on-site developments.
Transcript
What is your biggest challenge in your current role?
One of the biggest challenges is knowing what to prioritize and how to delegate time to each project. One day you could be faced with a project that has a deadline, and you're rushed to do everything. Because of that, you're pushing other things aside.
Definitely make time to go back to your list and get everything done. Construction moves very fast, especially when it's actively being worked on on site. You definitely have to keep up with everything that you're thrown.