"I was always creative when I was younger, but being able to compliment this with technical interests led me to problem solving” - Kat

“Look beyond the surface of what you perceive the construction industry to be and you will find an incredibly fun, exciting, diverse, challenging, rewarding, complex, collaborative and relevant industry.” -Amy

“I’m excited about building things that matter, and leaving a great legacy for the next generations to come.” -Amy

“A career is a marathon - if you don’t like what your are doing, no amount of money is going to make it better.” -Angela

“I love being the hub of the office - no question too small, no task too big.” -Crystal

“What’s the best part of your job? Making a difference in building cool things.” - Daisy

“For a 15-year-old interested in architecture, the cool factor lies in bringing imaginative ideas to life, the hands-on creation of tangible structures, and the potential to make a lasting impact on the built environment.” -Hope

“I went to the UNSW open day and found all these degrees within the Built Environment faculty. I ended up liking the sound of Construction Management the most and ran with that and am so happy with my decision.” -Lily

“The first thing a lot of people say to me when I tell them I work in construction is 'are you a lollipop lady?' "Umm no… I’m in the office mainly", I reply. 'Ohh so you’re a receptionist.' No.” -Mia

“Don’t be tethered by the expectations of your family and what your parents may have done when they were your age. You’re a part of a whole new generation and your possibilities are endless.” -Natalie

“Construction is a fusion of academic and art.” - Rosie

“Growing up I would always pass construction sites and had so many questions on things like - how is everything standing while being constructed, how are bridges built, how do buildings stand etc. I was very curious about the construction process.” - Salma

“The best part of my job is closing deals worth up to $2 billion!” -Tracy

“I love outdoors ironically, and always thought if I could help in an architectural field I could help buildings be more connected.” -Vera

“My role as a project architect is to design and deliver tall towering homes in the sky that are both beautiful and functional.” -Zoe

I get to see a broad range of construction projects “nd I contribute to the making of some pretty cool infrastructure. It’s very satisfying to catch the Metro from Chatswood to Rouse Hill knowing that I helped to build it.” - Tracy

“The best thing you can do to build confidence in your decision is sign up for Work Experience. Completing Work Experience is like taking a career for a test drive.” - Ashley

“You work with some incredible people that become your second family.” - Stephanie

"I was always creative when I was younger, but being able to compliment this with technical interests led me to problem solving and creating with Light." -Emily

“I'd love to be a manager or team leader one day. I love the social aspect of engineering/construction and I'd love to maximise it.” -Naomi