I'm so in love

When I see beautiful structures, I get goose bumps and then my heart goes like thu thummmbbb thumbatum😁😄😄😄.
I am not sure whether these are proposed buildings or 3D... Do they really exist?

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WERK IT GURL

 So we know sneakers probably aren't at the top of anyone's list when it comes to work-appropriate footwear. Even though many workplaces are starting to take a more relaxed approach to dress codes, life would be a lot easier if we could all wear sneakers to work on the daily: No more dreaded shoe changes on the bus or in the car, no more twisted ankles, and no more blisters by lunch time. Sounds like a perfect world, doesn't it? I'm drooling already. Believe it or not, with the right pieces and clever styling, you could probably get away with wearing sneakers for a week straight — without any trouble from HR. I dare you to try it, but of course I'd encourage double-checking your office's policies first.  Here's some foolproof sneaker-wearing tips, because it is possible to wear a pair and still look polished and professional enough for a one-on-one with your boss:   With Pencil Skirts You can style your sneakers with a pencil skirt and finish it off with a versatile, professional-looking handbag, and minimal jewelry. No one will even notice you're wearing trainers. (And if they do, they'll probably compliment how amazing  you look.) With Tailored Pants If you don't already own a pair, it's time to invest in an all-white sneaker that definitely goes with everything — inside and outside of the office. You can wear sneakers to work with sophisticated trousers and a jacket without looking mismatched. The unexpected pairing will have you blushing at compliments all day. With Denim Another way to make sure a sneaker doesn't feel like it's for the gym is to pair it with a navy or black blazer and denim for Fridays. You can go straight from work to 'Thank God It's Friday' drinks with the girls.

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WHY CONSTRUCTION IS VIABLE.

In large construction projects, such as this skyscraper in Melbourne, Australia, cranesare essential.

Construction is the process of constructing a building or infrastructure.Construction differs from manufacturing in that manufacturing typically involves mass production of similar items without a designated purchaser, while construction typically takes place on location for a known client.Construction as an industry comprises six to nine percent of the gross domestic product of developed countries. Construction starts with planning,design, and financing and continues until the project is built and ready for use.

Large-scale construction requires collaboration across multiple disciplines. An architect normally manages the job, and a construction manager, design engineer, construction engineer or project manager supervises it. For the successful execution of a project, effective planning is essential. Those involved with the design and execution of the infrastructure in question must consider zoning requirements, the environmental impactof the job, the successful scheduling, budgeting, construction-site safety, availability and transportation of building materials, logistics, inconvenience to the public caused by construction delays and bidding, etc. The largest construction projects are referred to as megaprojects.

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REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD CONSTRUCT

Construction engineering is a professional discipline that deals with the designing, planning, construction, and management of infrastructures such as highways, bridges, airports, railroads, buildings, dams, and utilities. These Engineers are unique such that they are a cross between civil engineers and construction managers. Construction engineers learn the designing aspect much like civil engineers and construction site management functions much like construction managers.

The primary difference between a construction engineer and a construction manager is that the construction engineer has the ability to sit for the Professional Engineer license (PE) whereas a construction manager cannot. At the educational level, construction managers are not as focused on design work as they are on construction procedures, methods, and people management. Their primary concern is to deliver a project on time, within budget, and of the desired quality.

The difference between a construction engineer and civil engineer is only at the educational level as both disciplines are able to sit for the PE exam giving them the same title of engineer. Civil engineering students concentrate more on the design work, gearing them toward a career as a design professional. This essentially requires them to take a multitude of design courses. Construction engineering students take design courses as well as construction management courses. This allows them to understand both the design functions as well as the building requirements needed to design and build today's infrastructures.

Work activities

Depending on which career the construction engineer has chosen to follow, an entry-level design engineer normally provides support to project managers and assist with creating conceptual designs, scopes, and cost estimates for the planning and construction of approved projects. It should be noted that a career in design work does require a professional engineer license (PE). Individuals who pursue this career path are strongly advised to sit for the Engineer In Training exam (EIT) while in college as it takes five years (4 years in USA) post graduate to obtain the PE license.

Entry-level construction manager positions are typically called project engineers or assistant project engineers. They are responsible for preparing purchasing requisitions, processing change orders, preparing monthly budgeting reports, and handling meeting minutes. The construction management position does not necessarily require a PE license; however possessing one does make the individual more marketable, as the PE license allows the individual to sign off on temporary structure designs.

Abilities

Construction engineers are problem solvers. They contribute to the creation of infrastructure that best meets the unique demands of its environment. They must be able to understand infrastructure life cycles. When compared and contrasted to design engineers, construction engineers bring to the table their own unique perspectives for solving technical challenges with clarity and imagination. While individuals considering this career path should certainly have a strong understanding of mathematics and science, many other skills are also highly desirable, including critical and analytical thinking, time management, people management, and good communication skills.

Educational requirements

 

Individuals looking to obtain a construction engineering degree must first ensure that the program is accredited by EAC or Technology Accreditation Commission (TAC) of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). ABET accreditation is assurance that a college or university program meets the quality standards established by the profession for which it prepares its students. In the US there are currently twenty-five programs that exist in the entire country so careful college consideration is advised.

If you are in Nigeria, NIA for architects, NIQS for Quantity Surveyors, NIOB for builders, Engineers in the house, remind me the one for you guys……..

You have to belong to a professional body to be well recognized and respected in the society.

A typical construction engineering curriculum is a mixture of engineering mechanics, engineering design, construction management and general science and mathematics. This usually leads to a Bachelor of Science degree. The B.Sc. degree along with some design or construction experience is sufficient for most entry level positions. Graduate schools may be an option for those who want to go further in depth of the construction and engineering subjects taught at the undergraduate level. In most cases construction engineering graduates look to either civil engineering, engineering management, or business administration as a possible graduate degree.

 

Job prospects

 

Job prospects for construction engineers generally have a strong cyclical variation. For example, starting in 2008 - continuing until at least 2011 - job prospects have been poor due to the collapse of housing bubbles in many parts of the world. This sharply reduced demand for construction, forced construction professionals towards infrastructure construction and therefore increased the competition faced by established and new construction engineers. This increased competition, and a core reduction in quantity demand is in parallel with a possible shift in the demand for construction engineers due to the automation of many engineering tasks, overall resulting in reduced prospects for construction engineers. In early 2010 the United States construction industry had a 27% unemployment rate, this is nearly three times higher than the 9.7% national average unemployment rate. The construction unemployment rate (including tradesmen) is comparable to the United States 1933 unemployment rate - the lowest point of the Great Depression - of 25%.

In Nigeria the year 2016 is a good year for some in the construction industry and a drastic year for others. Some have made their biggest gain this year.

 

Remuneration

The average salary for a Quantity Surveyor in Nigeria depends on your years of experience and how good you are at private practice ranging from N720,000-6,000,000 Annually or even more.  For a civil engineer in the UK depends on the sector, and more specifically the level of experience of the individual. A 2010 survey of the remuneration and benefits of those occupying jobs in construction and the built environment industry showed that the average salary of a civil engineer in the UK is £29,582. In the United States, as of May 2013, the average was $85,640.[5] The average salary varies depending on experience, for example the average annual salary for a civil engineer with between 3 and 6 years experience is £23,813. For those with between 14 and 20 years experience the average is £38,214.[6]

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Look good, smell better

Of what use is it if you're good looking but smell horribly? Everyone wants a good looking guy, but only if he smells as good as, or better yet, better than he looks.

 

The equivalent of makeup for men is perfumes. Sure, you can’t wear powder or foundation to improve how you look facially, but then you can smell like the best thing ever to walk God’s green earth.

Body odour is terrible, and I’m sure everyone who’s sat next to a smelly person  on public transportation will testify.

True, perfume doesn’t cover up the smell of grime and unwashed body, but there’s really a thin line between not smelling good, and stinking the whole place up.

You want someone to sniff your shirt and inhale your scent for extra seconds when they hug you. Trust me, you want a whiff of your scent to be alluring so that people find it peasant, not repulsive to be around you. ‘

Best news is that you don’t have to break the bank to smell good/ you can get Calvin Klein’s Dark Obsession for less than N9000, how awesome is that???

Head on to Dealdey or the nearest perfume outlet for more awesome discounted goods and services. 

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