• Benefit from the only resource of its kind written specifically for job seekers in the design and construction industry
• Get an insider’s perspective from job search experts who have helped thousands of people get jobs in the AEC industry
• Learn practical, proven tips that will help you save time and headaches in finding your dream job
• Use proven job-search techniques and strategies to get an edge on the competition
• Find out how to write a resume and cover letter that will help you stand out from the pack
• Use exercises and templates to determine what you’re seeking in an employer and recognize your strongest skills and qualifications
• Tap into thousands of design and construction company job leads by finding out where to look
• Learn proven techniques to make a strong, positive impression in your interviews
• Find out how to market yourself successfully to differentiate yourself from the competition
• Get advice on whether to accept or reject a job offer—or negotiate for more
• Learn the outlook for positions like yours with design and construction firms

The right job is out there. Here’s how to find it.

Finding a good job and building a great career in the design and construction industry can be daunting. But there is a way to make your job search easier, quicker, and less stressful. Get a copy of the AECWorkForce Guide to Finding the Right Job in the Design & Construction Industry. This comprehensive resource is packed with tips and advice that will help you get an edge on the competition and find a job that’s right for you. It will take you step-by-step through the elements of a successful job search—from determining your target employer to your first day on the job.

Sure, there are many generic job search guides out there, but the AEC industry—and your job search—certainly isn’t generic. If you’re going to land a great job with a design or construction firm, you need advice and information specific to the design and construction industries. And the AECWorkForce Guide to Finding the Right Job in the Design & Construction Industry is the only resource of its kind that specifically focuses on searching for, finding, and keep a job in the AEC industry.

This book is written by AECWorkForce’s job search experts. They’ve helped thousands of people get jobs in the AEC industry, and now they’re sharing their secrets, first-hand experiences, and insider’s expertise on the job hunting process with you in this new publication.

The AECWorkForce Guide to Finding the Right Job in the Design & Construction Industry will help job seekers in all stages of career development—new graduates, 25-year pros, employees suddenly laid off, those currently employed, and those returning to the workforce after a long absence. It’s filled with practical advice, job search strategies, and information that you can put right to use.

The book starts off with an overview of employment in both the design and construction industries. Find out what types of employers and positions are available in the design and construction industries, and learn which types of occupations will have the sharpest growth in the coming decade.

Then you can use the exercises and worksheets in the book to help you determine what you’re seeking in an employer, and identify your most valuable skills, experiences, and qualifications. You’ll also receive advice on how to market yourself to differentiate you from the competition.

Many job seekers in the design and construction industry need help in compiling resumes and cover letters that will grab the attention of hiring managers. This book will help you write a resume and cover letter that gets results. You’ll get advice on creating a winning resume and cover letter along with some mistakes to avoid. And you can use the sample resumes and cover letter to see exactly what they should look like.

The AECWorkForce Guide to Finding the Right Job in the Design & Construction Industry will show you where to look to find specific job opportunities. It gives you tips on networking, working with recruiters, using online job boards, and researching companies. It includes contact information for AEC industry-specific publications and organizations that are excellent sources of design and construction job opportunities. Tap into these resources to locate thousands of job leads.

Many job seekers dread the interview process in their job searches. Well, this book will give you some critical advice on how to make a strong, positive impression in your interviews. You’ll get some tips on preparation and personal presentation along with a list of questions you should ask and questions you should be prepared to answer. You’ll also learn how to effectively follow-up on your interview and manage your references.

You’ll also learn what to do when you receive a job offer. Use the worksheet in the book to weigh the job offer against other offers or your current position. Receive tips on negotiations and giving notice to your employer. Your job search isn’t over when you accept the position. You want to make a good impression with your new employer. We’ll also give you some advice to make sure your transition is a smooth one.

The AECWorkForce Guide to Finding the Right Job in the Design & Construction Industry is filled with answers given by our own AEC Career Mentor to questions asked by real-life job seekers just like you. It even has a separate chapter with specific advice for new graduates, mature job seekers, laid-off job seekers, job-hoppers, government employees, and part-time workers.

The AECWorkForce Guide to Finding the Right Job in the Design & Construction Industry will help you find a job your really love—one that meets your short-term needs and long-term goals. Start your job search off on the right foot, and purchase a copy today.