The key qualities essential to succeeding in research at SIG include a strong interest in the markets, the ability to think about problems critically, as well as being curious.
Within a year of working here I have gone from a placement student to undergraduate to graduate and the whole time I have been exposed to many diverse tasks, operations, people, and responsibilities.
As it’s a Wednesday, we have our team’s bi-weekly check-in. This gives us a chance to provide updates on the current workflow and be briefed on any new client engagements.
This meeting is a good chance to meet and greet a few of the Tenders and hear about what other jobs in the industry are going on. The purpose of this meeting is to familiarize the contractors with the site before they submit a tender.
Tom Pilgrem studied a Bachelor of Science at The University of Sheffield and a Master of Research at The University of Plymouth in 2017 and is now consulting analyst at The Data School.
As with anything, a strong passion for what you are doing is essential – I have a passion for construction and can see myself enjoying working in this industry for the next 20+ years.