At the start of any new year, many architecture, engineering and construction professionals strive to set realistic but challenging goals that can help them further their career throughout the year. However, determining precisely what objectives are appropriate can be difficult, especially when you base them on where you are standing today. Luckily, if you are stuck, one simple question can make a world of difference.

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Ideally, Where Do You See Your Career In Twelve Months?

While asking yourself “Where do you see your career in December?” may seem like an odd approach, it can actually be incredibly helpful. By envisioning where you want to be by the end of the year, you can picture the destination. Then, all you need to do is break it down into logical segments.

The process then becomes similar to managing any architecture, engineering or construction project. Your vision for your career in December is the final product. Where you are today is the foundation. Each step in between constitutes crafting the walls, installing utilities, adding the roof, and similar requirements for creating your career structure.

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Work Backwards To Move Your Career Forward

Once you know what you want to be in December, you need to break it down. Take the final image and break it down into four logical segments; those are your quarterly goals. Then, take each of those and identify three steps in between each segment, those are your monthly objectives. Finally, come up with a weekly task that makes the monthly objective achievable.

When you complete those steps, you have a practical roadmap for your upcoming year. You can take each weekly activity and add it to your calendar, allowing you to stay on target. Plugging in the monthly and quarterly goals is also beneficial, even if it is solely for review purposes and to ensure you are making reasonable progress.

While the process can take a little time, it does make mapping out your year easier. Consider where you would like to be in December, and see how it breaks down. You may be surprised at the results.

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Are Ready to Take Your Architecture, Engineering or Construction Career in a Better Direction?

If a new position is just what you need to get your career moving in the right direction, the experienced team at RealStreet can help you find an architecture, engineering or construction role that best suits your needs and preferences. Contact us to speak with one of our experienced recruiters about your goals for the upcoming year, and to learn how our services can make it easier to make your goals a reality.

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