Worked as a PQS for 5 and a bit years post uni, absolutely hated it by the end (although I got chartered at the end of it). I didn't mind the nuts and bolts of the job, just hated the long hours, difficult clients, spending a huge chunk of time being a glorified post box and the arse covering involved in practically all projects I was on. I switched to the public sector almost 3 years ago (currently work for a local authority, still as a QS), I have flexi hours, work place culture is worlds apart, much more laid back, clients are 80 percent internal and a lot more understanding and less adversarial. Downside is that I'm probably bringing home 10/15% less than I would be in the private sector, but this is massively offset by the points I have just mentioned (work life balance being a huge one - if I want to finish at 3pm, 4pm or 5pm then I can and no permissions are needed, I don't spend the whole weekend having Monday fear), oh and my pension is far superior now.

This was put so clearly; I find myself fitting in to all these three scopes in some way and it is the best way to describe one's quality in the project management role...

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chat gpt summary: In the video, Penny, the Operations Lead at Laka, shares her career journey and insights into the operations role. She describes it as a dynamic position involving analysis, planning, and collaboration across various departments like finance and HR. Penny initially wanted to be a translator but shifted to studying Business Studies at her father's suggestion. After completing her undergraduate and master's degrees, she faced the challenge of securing a job, eventually opting for an internship in a startup instead of pursuing a traditional banking career. She reflects on the intense work schedule she maintained during her internship while still working at Apple. Despite skepticism from family and friends, she found fulfillment in this new path. Penny explains that her role evolved over time, allowing her to take on more responsibilities and eventually land a position in operations. She emphasizes the importance of being passionate, adaptable, and a team player in a startup environment. She advises newcomers to engage with colleagues and learn from their experiences to thrive in their roles. Overall, her story highlights the value of following one's interests and being open to change in one’s career.

so have your dad pay for business school, get sad about working at a bank, and quit somehow and still survive and go into ops.

I love how articulate you are! This is quite insightful. Thank you for shairing

Working in da bank is da same, you ask me to keep sending emails to management team every day 😂

This guy said the word ‘obviously’ 10,538 times in this video

She's cute 😍

Mate, thank you!

I was interested until you said you enjoy getting up at 4 or 5 am in the morning and getting home at 21;00hrs at night. Your life is ebbing away while it's all happening around you.

This was really insightful, I’m left a bit puzzled as I’m intending on taking a course for Property Studies as opposed to Construction Management which leads to Honours in Quantity Surveying. You mentioned that you left your QS role and took on a Project Management role, how do the two roles differ? If you’re also able to guide me, which course would you suggest one takes if they do intend on being a Property Developer?

Shit job, it will kill you at a very early age. nobody gives a rats ass about the PM role. A corrupt industry......

Quantity Surveyors should concentrate on Technical Auditing. At least auditing of around US $ 12 Trillion Government funded constructions as Check & Balance for Govt. expenditure. It is done by Financial Accountants only for more than 100 years. The loss in these audited constructions reached US $ 4 Trillion per year in 2008,according to Transparency Internationals. This is an affront to the profession, as Quantity Surveyors are expected to give value for money.

I have bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with one year of experience in estimating and costing what should be my career trajectory and if I change my career to MEP design which of the two would be better in terms of salary

She speaks very fast

A Quantity Surveyor, at professional level is an Accountant of a Construction project. So, it implies that a Quantity Surveyor should be able to give the maximum possible value for the money spend by their clients. Unfortunately, this is not achieved in the construction industry. The loss owing to frauds and mismanagement is estimated to be 10-30% of the project costs. Happening in all countries. It is an affront to the profession. Therefore, it is a requirement that all Quantity Surveyors and their unions should concentrate on Technical Auditing. Auditing is considered to be the “Check &Balance Mechanism “for Government expenditure. Carried out by Financial Accountants only and they maintain a firm grip and lot of financial vested interests. Govt. funded constructions were simple structures when auditing started a century ago and it was easy to audit. Govt. funded construction now, is huge, complex, done in several phases with complicated Contractual arrangements. Auditing such constructions is difficult even for highly experienced construction professionals. The loss owing to frauds and mismanagement in these audited (Financial) Govt. constructions is a world record. It was reported as US $ 4 Trillion per year by Transparency Internationals. Global Organistion of Parliamentarians Against Corruption (GOPAC) submitted a proposal in 2015 to have an additional Technical Audit with a functioning Technical Auditing mechanism to salvage this avoidable loss in public funds. This is a good opportunity for Quantity Surveyors to audit around US $ 12 Trillion Govt. funded constructions per year. There a is scope for other constructions as well as the loss is estimated to be 10 -30% of the project costs. There is a big opportunity (in excess of millions per year) for Quantity Surveyors to work as Technical Auditors. Listen to my You Tube clips for QS knowledge in A.L.M.Ameer, All about Quantity Surveying

A Quantity Surveyor, at professional level is an Accountant of a Construction project. So, it implies that a Quantity Surveyor should be able to give the maximum possible value for the money spend by their clients. Unfortunately, this is not achieved in the construction industry. The loss owing to frauds and mismanagement is estimated to be 10-30% of the project costs. Happening in all countries. It is an affront to the profession. Therefore, it is a requirement that all Quantity Surveyors and their unions should concentrate on Technical Auditing. Auditing is considered to be the “Check &Balance Mechanism “for Government expenditure. Carried out by Financial Accountants only and they maintain a firm grip and lot of financial vested interests. Govt. funded constructions were simple structures when auditing started a century ago and it was easy to audit. Govt. funded construction now, is huge, complex, done in several phases with complicated Contractual arrangements. Auditing such constructions is difficult even for highly experienced construction professionals. The loss owing to frauds and mismanagement in these audited (Financial) Govt. constructions is a world record. It was reported as US $ 4 Trillion per year by Transparency Internationals. Global Organistion of Parliamentarians Against Corruption (GOPAC) submitted a proposal in 2015 to have an additional Technical Audit with a functioning Technical Auditing mechanism to salvage this avoidable loss in public funds. This is a good opportunity for Quantity Surveyors to audit around US $ 12 Trillion Govt. funded constructions per year. There a is scope for other constructions as well as the loss is estimated to be 10 -30% of the project costs. There is a big opportunity (in excess of millions per year) for Quantity Surveyors to work as Technical Auditors. Listen to my You Tube clips for QS knowledge in A.L.M.Ameer, All about Quantity Surveying

If you’ve written the content once, store it and provide it as educational material for anyone that doesn’t understand. (Efficiency)

Unpaid internships are impossible for most.

I am a 31 year old who decided to change career, currently finishing a HND but no employers seem to be interested, and even opportunitys to for shadowing are ignored. Is there any further advice for a late starter?

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I wonder if u have ever worked with a consultant or client

What garbage production? Hey could you play some shitty music in the background so I can’t hear the people talking or is it because what they’re saying is so worthless you were trying to cover up with your diaper of music

It's stressful plus low paid job....left it too

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Great sharing

3 true reasons why you won't get an interview: 1. Too clever 2. Scared Managers 3. 50% of CV's being binned by lazy/busy HR plebs

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She Doesn’t talk about anything about operation until 7:00 minutes. What a waste of time.

5:28 this was me today 😂

Thank you!!! For this!!! I appreciate it. I loved how you described this. It was very informative. 😁😁😁😁. It helped me decide to become a interior designer architect someday.

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This is a brilliant video. Thank you

Ware do you get the information wen doing on line college assignments as I am starting and ware do you get like work experience to thankyou Kelly

That's fantastic! Jemma's career journey as a Personal Assistant must be incredibly insightful for anyone interested in pursuing a career in business or aiming to become a PA. 🌟

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Not disputing anything you have brought up. For me the work around is taking on anybody else’s work to keep your core job interesting By learning other parts of the process I been able to keep myself engaged and also more valuable to future employers It’s not for everyone that’s for sure

Hi, I have a few questions regarding quantity surveying. If possible, can you confirm your email address, thanks

Hello Sir

Wonderful words of inspiration: Thank u

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Wow this is brilliant!

could this job ever be done remotely? Or, could you have an assistant PM or project coordinator to support your role as PM?

heya! thx for the vid :) i've got a double in science + business management. thinking i shouldve done engineering - oops! any thoughts on a pathway for me to get to a mechanical construction estimator type role?

Can you please reply, I am in UK immigrant from India, I am really interested in QS 27 years old at the moment and saving to study QS. I have done business study have no experience in construction industry but have always interest in. I am a Restaurant manager at the moment. But want to do something more professional. Can you please help in guide what should be the first step to start. There is a degree to do straight masters as an Qs for a year do you think. Will it be a good enough to get a job or you says it will be waste of time?? Should I got to study bachelors first which I really Dont want to give 3 years and that much of money

thank u so much

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Thank you. :)

Hey thank you for this video. I hope this channel gets the recognition it deserves. I am considering getting BCS certification or IIAB entry certification. I will however also desire proper training and opportunity to gain experience to enable me successfully transition from my current job. Would you have any advice on courses or companies that can help with this?