There was pressure on reaching a design that meets the client’s demands within a tight timeframe; however, with some time management and hard work, I proved that I was up for the task. Afterward, I faced the challenge of having to transform my design into a reality when we started the construction of this project. This meant having to supervise the construction team and ensuring that the implementation of the drawings was free of errors. Since being a woman in the construction industry means having to deal with a male-dominant work environment, it was necessary to prove my capabilities to the team and win their trust. Also, like every other construction site, problems happened, and my problem-solving skills were put to the test on a daily basis. These situations allowed me to develop quickly and enhance my communication with the team, and become flexible towards difficult and stressful
There was pressure on reaching a design that meets the client’s demands within a tight timeframe; however, with some time management and hard work, I proved that I was up for the task. Afterward, I faced the challenge of having to transform my design into a reality when we started the construction of this project. This meant having to supervise the construction team and ensuring that the implementation of the drawings was free of errors. Since being a woman in the construction industry means having to deal with a male-dominant work environment, it was necessary to prove my capabilities to the team and win their trust. Also, like every other construction site, problems happened, and my problem-solving skills were put to the test on a daily basis. These situations allowed me to develop quickly and enhance my communication with the team, and become flexible towards difficult and stressful