Construction & The Built Environment Entry Level Jobs

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Written by
Ellie Carter
Published on
October 31, 2024

If you want to get unto the collaborative and physical industry of Construction & The Built Environment, take our Career Match and see if ur a good match and find the right role for you.

What is an entry level job in Construction & The Built Environment like?

Lots of Construction & The Built Environment entry level jobs give you the opportunity to work in a team and collaborate with other tradesman on a variety of projects. This makes them great for people who like being social and enjoy teamwork. A lot of these jobs also involve doing physical labour and working outdoors, so if you enjoy being active and being outdoors this could be the perfect sector for you. Entry level jobs provide the opportunity to climb the career ladder and gain practical skills on the job.

By taking urfuture’s Career Match, you can see if you would be a match to this sector based on ur personality and find the right role for you.

If you want anymore information about entry level jobs, we can give you a full breakdown on them.

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What are the benefits of an entry level job in Construction & The Built Environment?

Starting an entry level job in Construction & The Built Environment offers many benefits, including:

Gaining Work Experience: In an entry level job, you can gain hands-on work experience and receive on-the-job training from people who do that job every day. This is ideal for those who learn best through practical work, rather than theoretical, classroom-based learning.

Career Exploration: You’ll have the ability to explore different industries and roles within ur entry level job and can then identify ur skills and weaknesses.

Career Advancement: Entry level jobs can lead to career growth and advancement, as many employers value practical skills and experience over academic qualifications.

What’s the difference between an entry level job and an apprenticeship in Construction & The Built Environment?

The key differences between an entry level job and an apprenticeship are that in an apprenticeship, you will be working towards a qualification. This means you’ll have to balance classroom-based learning alongside working, making them great for people who value qualifications.

Another difference is the amount of support you will receive. In an apprenticeship you will have ur team at work as well as mentors and tutors from ur apprenticeship providers who will support you on ur journey. In an entry level job you don’t have any external support like tutors, you only have ur team who you work with every day.

You can read about our apprenticeships if you think you’d be better suited to one and view our live roles here.

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Key working traits for an Entry Level Job in Construction & The Built Environment:

• Outdoorsy

• Attention to Detail

• Active

• Time Management

• Problem Solving

If you think you have any of these working traits take our Career Match and see if ur a good match to Construction & The Built Environment.

If you’re not sure if this is right for you, check out the other entry level jobs we have available.

Future career opportunities after an Entry Level Job in Construction & The Built Environment:

• Electrician

• Architect

• Plumber

• Chartered Surveyor

• Bricklayer

• Carpenter

• Stonemason

• Building Services Engineer

How can urfuture help you get an Entry Level Job in Construction & The Built Environment?

At urfuture, we can help you decide if an entry level job in Construction & The Built Environment is right for you. You can take our Career Match, and we’ll predict the top 5 best career categories for you.

You’ll also get a breakdown of things you would and wouldn’t like in a career, so you can understand who you are and what to look for in a career, Because of this, you’ll find a career that aligns with ur goals and needs perfectly.

It’s all backed by data and science. It’s like when Spotify creates personalised playlists for you. It evaluates what music you have previously liked and listened to and predicts more of the same style. Our Career Match uses the same technology to predict what career will best suit you. If ur interested in this, you can read all about how it works.

After completing the Career Match, we will recommend you specific jobs based on ur results and the needs of each employer, using the same algorithm. This allows you to see a score out of 10 to every job on the app.

You can then learn about the different career categories on Careerflix. Here you can watch lots of engaging videos that tell you about the sector. If you have any other questions, our CareerAi will answer them immediately.

You can also learn all about our apprenticeships available in Construction & The Built Environment.

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Frequently Asked Questions - Entry Level Jobs in Construction and the Built Environment

How do I apply for a Construction & The Built Environment entry level job?

On urfuture, you can apply for an entry level job once ur profile and Career Match are completed. You will also then be able to see a scoring out of 10 of ur match to each individual job on the platform.

What happens after my Construction & The Built Environment entry level job?

Entry level jobs provide a solid foundation for ur career. You'll gain valuable work experience and practical skills, which will allow you to advance within ur role/ company or move to different roles as you progress.

Is physical fitness important for Construction & The Built Environment roles?

A lot of these roles can be physically demanding and involve tasks like lifting heavy materials and being on ur feet for lots of the day, so being physically fit would be beneficial.

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