What Type Of Person Thrives In The Construction Industry, According To An ERP Project Manager At Cemstone Products Company
Thomas, an ERP Project Manager, identifies key traits for success in the construction industry: a strong project orientation, "really hardworking people" who are "good at being able to see the big picture," and a capacity for building strong relationships through frequent face-to-face interactions. This aligns with Thomas's project management role, requiring collaboration and a broad understanding of organizational impact.
Project Management, Hardworking, Big-Picture Thinking, Relationship Building, Communication
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Thomas Becken
ERP Project Manager
Cemstone Products Company
St. Olaf College, 2015
UCLA Anderson MBA
Economics
Architecture, Construction & Design
Operations and Project Management
Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Greek Life Member
Video Highlights
1. Project orientation: Success in this industry hinges on strong project management skills and the ability to drive projects to completion.
2. Hard work and dedication: Professionals in this field are often characterized by their strong work ethic, long hours, and commitment to making a tangible impact.
3. Big-picture perspective and relationship building: A holistic understanding of how individual roles contribute to the overall company success, coupled with strong interpersonal skills and networking, are vital for thriving in this industry.
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
I think people in this industry are all very project-oriented. People on the ground managing a construction project need to be all in, but it's also important at the company level.
There are always projects going on in different groups, so being able to focus and drive a project is key. I've also seen that some of the people in this industry are some of the most hardworking people I've met.
They get into work early, they really grind, and they really enjoy what they're doing and making that change. People in construction are also really good at seeing the big picture of what they're working on.
This applies from someone in accounts payable or IT, seeing how their impact affects the whole company and that trickle-down effect from their position. Lastly, people in this industry seem to be really good at forming relationships.
This is not an industry where you can be hands-off by yourself on the computer for large parts of the day. It's a lot of face-to-face interaction and experiences with others.