A blogging website that not only provides general knowledge and insights about the construction industry but also shares my personal experiences and unique perspectives that make the industry more engaging and relatable for readers.
Welcome to
Construction Things
Something About Website Owner
You can call this guy Jim.
He is made in China but is currently based in Melbourne.
He has a bachelor’s degree in Property and a master’s degree in Construction Management.
He was a quantity surveyor in a consulting firm for 3 years.
He was a cost planner/estimator in a development & construction company for 1 year.
He was a contract administrator in a construction company for half a year.
Timeline
Landed in Australia
2012
fresh off the boat 🙂
Completed Foundation Studies
2013
from Trinity College of and within the University of Melbourne
Graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree
2016
from The University of Melbourne
Graduated with a Master’s Degree
2019
from The University of Melbourne
Became a Junior Quantity Surveyor
2020
started working for Matrix Management Group
Back to Melbourne
2023
moved from Hobart to Melbourne
Became a Junior Estimator/Cost Planner
2023
started working for Ryman Healthcare
Became an Estimator / Contract Administrator
2024
started working for Harnest Constructions
Location
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia