On November 5, GBCA’s Construction Leadership Council (CLC) hosted two Casual Conversations at local universities, giving students the opportunity to connect with construction professionals and gain firsthand insight into their career paths and experiences in the industry.
The first conversation took place at Widener University with students in an Advanced Building Estimating class. Donald Hess, Senior Estimator at Shawmut Design and Construction, shared his industry experience, highlighted projects he has worked on, and discussed the day-to-day responsibilities of an estimator. Students had the opportunity to ask questions and gain a better understanding of career opportunities in construction estimating.
The second conversation took place at Temple University with students in a Construction Safety class taught by Dennis Dougherty of Med-Tex. Shane McNamara, Project Manager at Skanska USA Building Inc., shared his experience working on Skanska’s Special Projects team and offered insight into his career in construction. As a Temple University alumnus, Shane also reflected on his time as a student before answering questions and offering advice to those preparing to enter the industry.
Interested in participating in a future Casual Conversation? GBCA members interested in sharing their industry experience with the next generation of construction professionals can contact Marybeth Gerdelmann for more information.
