Hello all,
I am interested in getting into the world of planning and would appreciate some help/advice if possible. I have an engineering degree and already have some planning experience but have never held a planning position as such. I have used Microsoft Project, Suretrak, P3 and P3e and have some experience in managing projects. My problem is that most jobs advertised are for planners with several years experience or junior planners with experience in the relevant field i.e. civil/rail. Do positions exist for someone with good engineering/industrial experience looking to change careers without going right to the start of the career ladder? Not that I have anything against starting again as I believe you must learn the basics first, but I can’t really afford to take a large hit in salary. Plus there don’t seem to be any opportunities close to home, meaning costly travelling bills too!
If anyone out there has maybe done the same and can give some advice it would be most appreciated!
Many thanks,
Andy
I am interested in getting into the world of planning and would appreciate some help/advice if possible. I have an engineering degree and already have some planning experience but have never held a planning position as such. I have used Microsoft Project, Suretrak, P3 and P3e and have some experience in managing projects. My problem is that most jobs advertised are for planners with several years experience or junior planners with experience in the relevant field i.e. civil/rail. Do positions exist for someone with good engineering/industrial experience looking to change careers without going right to the start of the career ladder? Not that I have anything against starting again as I believe you must learn the basics first, but I can’t really afford to take a large hit in salary. Plus there don’t seem to be any opportunities close to home, meaning costly travelling bills too!
If anyone out there has maybe done the same and can give some advice it would be most appreciated!
Many thanks,
Andy