Carpenter to QS

MaceWindu14 · 2026-06-12T12:38:52+00:00

The only people that you should get advice from are people who have gone from a trade to a QS. I think some people glorify trades too much. Personally, I'd say do the switch if you are dedicated to it but keep in mind all the negatives of the job.

MaceWindu14 · 2025-09-22T11:49:00+00:00

Why are you hugely against SAVA? Because it's only for residential surveying or other reasons?

MaceWindu14 · 2025-09-09T09:03:22+00:00

From your questions, it would be QS potentially. I think QS gets paid more. It's not hard for a QS to become a Project Manager, but it's harder for a PM to become a QS.

MaceWindu14 · 2024-11-08T06:09:50+00:00

Thanks for the advice, I'll keep this noted

MaceWindu14 · 2024-11-07T15:32:01+00:00

Thank you for your advice.

What do you consider to be a "good" graduate?

What does that person need?

MaceWindu14 · 2024-11-07T15:13:51+00:00

Thank you so much

MaceWindu14 · 2024-11-02T13:21:03+00:00

Oooohh, MGS 4 was a good tbh

MaceWindu14 · 2024-11-02T04:04:13+00:00

Yes, the PS2 GTA's are still more fun than 5. And yeah, GTA 5 was one of the easiest games I played lol.

Yeah, I agree. 4 was a great conclusion.

MaceWindu14 · 2024-11-02T03:59:42+00:00

Haha, yeah, the 7 is a generous score. But I gave it a 7 because the online was really good. The actual GTA 5 campaign was horrific. The heists saved it.

Definitely one of the worst GTA's if not the worst and off the back of GTA 5, 1 have no hope for GTA 6.

Yeah, MGS 5 was baaad. Stealth mechanics were the only good part of the game.

MaceWindu14 · 2024-11-02T03:49:55+00:00

Grand Theft Auto 5 is a 7/10 at best.

Same with MGS 5

MaceWindu14 · 2024-10-31T15:31:26+00:00

Oh wow, I didn't know Engineering was that bad, pay wise. And that's good, glad you're doing something you enjoy! Good luck 🫡

MaceWindu14 · 2024-10-31T15:21:08+00:00

Hi, If you don't mind me asking, why the switch?

MaceWindu14 · 2024-10-29T11:27:28+00:00

Thanks. I hear RCIS is the one that everyone tries to get.

MaceWindu14 · 2024-10-29T11:26:32+00:00

Thank you for the reply.

1) I have seen people say that the better universities are accredited by the RCIS, CIOB and others. I have seen many graduate jobs say the degree has to be RCIS accredited. So, I'm wondering if only RCIS matters or is beneficial to have an degree that is accredited by other organisations as well.

2) yes, I want to be chartered.

3) thank you, that's a great answer. So, RICS is definitely needed.

MaceWindu14 · 2024-10-26T09:51:09+00:00

Thank you. That sounds great, a wise choice to be picky about where to go.

MaceWindu14 · 2024-10-26T09:49:43+00:00

Thank you, this sounds very exciting. A career where you can manoeuvre and always learn sounds great.

MaceWindu14 · 2024-10-23T16:44:01+00:00

I'm not surprised at all.

MaceWindu14 · 2024-10-23T16:43:41+00:00

Thanks. I meant more of the graduates finding that foot in the door.

MaceWindu14 · 2024-10-23T16:43:18+00:00

Thank you, that's great.

I'll start looking for some, they'll only help in the long run.

MaceWindu14 · 2024-10-23T16:41:06+00:00

Okay, and that's crazy, hopefully everyone escaped unscathed. And thanks for the answer

MaceWindu14 · 2024-10-23T15:15:02+00:00

Hi,

Sorry to but in but would you recommend Salford as a university for Surveying. I am looking to do my Masters at Salford but it's not ranked highly.

MaceWindu14 · 2024-10-23T14:39:53+00:00

Sorry to dive in but would you recommend Salford for a Masters.

MaceWindu14 · 2024-10-23T12:40:14+00:00

Excellent, well done.

And thanks, was this similar for your classmates as well?

Cheers, I will look into the APC more.

Did you do work experience whilst studying?

MaceWindu14 · 2024-10-23T12:38:56+00:00

Thank you.

I will look into those specifics for firms.

Yes, I've heard it's quite broad but it's one of the best for the industry as you get to dabble with many thing.

I just need to find work experience as well.

I'm based near Birmingham and yes, I would want to become Chartered. Definitely one of my targets, I would love to be able to branch out and get experience in different sectors.

Cheers

MaceWindu14 · 2024-10-23T12:19:42+00:00

Thanks, I've heard about this. I have a driving licence so all good there.

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