Do you enjoy working with your hands? Do you like to see the results of your labour? Are you looking for a stable career where you can earn good money? If so, working in the construction industry could be exactly what you are looking for. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons why it could be such a good career choice. 

What careers are there within the construction industry?

The construction industry is made up of more than what you’ll see on a building site. In fact, there are many career choices within the industry. From designing to planning and building; which area could you specialise in? 

• Stonemasonry 
• Bricklaying
• Carpentry 
• Joinery
• Welding 
• Demolition 
• Electrician 
• Gas engineering
• Renewable Energy Engineering 
• Painting & decorating 
• Plumbing 
• Scaffolding 
• Architectural technologist 
• Building surveyor 
• And many more! 

If any of these job roles sound interesting, let’s dive a little deeper into the reasons why the construction industry could be a good match for you. 

It’s not a desk job 

It can seem to a lot of people that there is no alternative to sitting in an office 9-5, Monday-Friday. Construction offers a great career that allows you to avoid that. Constantly being on the move means you’re getting more exercise as well as making the day move quickly – no time for clock watching when you’re in the middle of a construction site! 

Career Stability and Progression 

The construction industry is constantly growing and, as it does, it needs to recruit even more workers to cope with demand. There is an ever-increasing need for construction workers, so choosing to work in this industry can give you a job for life without being forced to change careers at an inconvenient time. These days, many industries worry about how automation and innovation will affect employment. In construction, new technologies are actually creating more jobs, as people are needed to operate more sophisticated machines. 

Construction also offers great opportunities to progress and develop your career. Beginning in an entry-level position as a labourer, you will have the chance to learn new skills and take on more advanced roles. Those with managerial ambitions will in time have the opportunity to run their own construction firms. 

Diversity of roles and opportunities 

Building a home or commercial space requires a wide range of different skills and trades. A firm building a new home will employ up to 30 different tradespeople to help them complete the task at hand. Engineers, roofers, plumbers, electricians, carpenters and many more are all required to work on the same site to complete the goal. This means that, throughout your construction career, you can choose which parts of the process best suit your personal taste, so you can specialise in that specific area moving forward. 

Not only are there a diverse number of roles within the construction industry, but there are also a lot of options when it comes to where you work. Construction projects take place all over the country and you have the chance to work wherever suits you best. Many of the roles require the same skills and knowledge everywhere in the world, so a career in construction means you can travel abroad whilst earning a living. 

Job satisfaction 

For most people, their jobs mean doing a small part of a process where they rarely see the results of their contribution. Jobs like this can be extremely frustrating after a while. Working in construction, by contrast, can be highly rewarding. When you are part of building a home, you get to physically see the impact of your work. There are very few career paths that let you see, in concrete terms, something you have built with your own hands. 

Want to train to work in the construction industry? 

For every trade career, you must complete a course to receive an NVQ to become fully qualified. This will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to work as a tradesperson within the UK. You could also complete an apprenticeship.Here at The Skills Centre, we can help you find the perfect course for you. Changing your career to trades can be an overwhelming decision, but we’re here to help. Get in touch with us to discuss your options and kickstart your new trade career!