“This dude from Hawaii “ 😂 I was telling one of my friends about your channel and I go “ this guy from Hawaii talks about engineering all the time you gotta watch it”
I’ve worked for both, had an offer from PCL and rejected it to join a smaller sized company. There is much more room to grow and experience to learn. There is no doubt, later in your career when you have a family it seems smarter to go work for a larger company.
From my experience... Big Company = more money, better benefits & retirement packages, more growth opportunities, longer hours, more stress, more burnout, etc. Smaller company = the exact opposite of that of a Bigger company.
Recently got my first job in a small construction company. I was expecting to do what project engineers do, but since it's small, I've been doing way more than I should, yet I'm grateful for this cause I get to learn much more which will expand my horizons!
I agree with you! I have liked starting at a “larger” company because of the resources, training, and stability, but may later transition to a smaller company.
I have worked for all sizes of company over my career, and have found that my sweet spot has always been small but not startup-small. The sense of being a part of one single team pushing in the same direction with a unified purpose simply cannot be recreated at larger firms. But they both have their plus and minus points provided they accept what they are and structure accordingly. IMO the worst type of companies to work for are those who are small but think and act as if they are big, and, even worse, big companies that still adopt a small-business mentality.
Awesome explanation man! I have experienced both worlds and a lot of folks especially in the construction business tend to think smaller companies are a bit more laid back. I experienced the contrary. Tier 1 (Turner, AECOM and etc.) construction companies could recover from losses as in comparison to renovation contractors or local which a grand could make a difference. Environment is also subjective, if I had a small firm…. I would probably try to decrease as liability as possible. Meaning.. More involvement and a firm on budgeting. Honestly, it really depends on the person.
interesting to hear your opinion! I'm about to graduate with my CE degree in fall & starting a summer internship with a large GC in the Bay area pretty soon!
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What are some tips you have for finding the reputation of a company if you don't know anyone in the industry yet? Do you think that working for a publicly traded company would be better or worse than working for a private one?
Is an AAS in Construction Management worth it? I have a bachelors degree in industrial technology but would like to make a career change in the future. Thanks!
If youre trying to get into construction, you may be able to just get a job without an applicable degree; it’ll take more convincing on your end but it saves you the time of getting another piece of paper
Hello Koga, love your work, if its possible you make a video on softwares a civil engineer should need to learn before graduation. It would be gracious.
I ve been worked for small company for 4 years As an accounting, mine "helicopter view" was expanded I am close enough with owner and the top management Now, i decided to move to bigger company My previous company is mad on me 😂 They want me to worked there forever 😅
When a small company gets a huge break like transitioning from a small contractor turning into a large contractor/corporation then you will be riding along to the top ~
Great points. I work for a smaller company (120 employees) and as part of the pm team, were usually on the way home by 3 or 3:30. Also helps we work on city streets with time restraints. I'm not there yet, by a long shot, but the PMs above me are making well into the 6 figures. Like you said, salary depends a lot on the specialization.
That’s exactly what I did I went from corporate structured where I felt like a nobody and I had a terrible commune to a smaller company right down the street from me.
Also don't jump ship... stay with company for at least 3-5 years, Bigger companies wont want to look at a person who has been all over. 3 companies in 10 years is boarder line, but 4 + companies is a no.
This was very informative! I currently have one residential offer and a couple of commercial offers, and I am pushing my graduation date to intern in both industries. What do you think? Would it be a good idea for me to experience both hands-on before making a final decision for my career, or should I pursue two commercial internships?
If I am interested in working as a construction engineer, what is the title of an entry-level position I should be looking for? Is it project engineer? I am a junior studying civil engineering in California. Love your videos btw.
im working for a small company right now for my internship . i fell like this small company will help me in the future to prepare for another internship with a big company. some experience is better than none right....
Great video, I've been doing alot of thinking about this very topic. I'm learning towards a larger company since the jobs are more exciting and motivating to work on. If you're looking for new video ideas I'd love to hear about a set of questions to ask prior to accepting a construction management position. Many lists online are not construction specific.
“This dude from Hawaii “ 😂 I was telling one of my friends about your channel and I go “ this guy from Hawaii talks about engineering all the time you gotta watch it”
Lol thanks bro!
I’ve worked for both, had an offer from PCL and rejected it to join a smaller sized company. There is much more room to grow and experience to learn. There is no doubt, later in your career when you have a family it seems smarter to go work for a larger company.
Good points! Appreciate you sharing your experience 🤙
I started off in a small engineering company. I’ve had 3 title changes in 1 year lol.
Lol thats a lot!
One thing I enjoy about Hawaii is that even a “large” company here can still feel relatively small - best of both worlds!
Very true!
Totally agree! I feel the same way coyang
From my experience... Big Company = more money, better benefits & retirement packages, more growth opportunities, longer hours, more stress, more burnout, etc. Smaller company = the exact opposite of that of a Bigger company.
Thanks for sharing Blake 🤙
Thanks for the video! Lots of great information that I was looking to learn about, definitely going to rewatch again. Mahalo!
Recently got my first job in a small construction company. I was expecting to do what project engineers do, but since it's small, I've been doing way more than I should, yet I'm grateful for this cause I get to learn much more which will expand my horizons!
Well said!
I agree with you! I have liked starting at a “larger” company because of the resources, training, and stability, but may later transition to a smaller company.
Awesome Mari!
Right I worked for giant Best Buy and now if a small company grows I’m ready to grow with it.
I have worked for all sizes of company over my career, and have found that my sweet spot has always been small but not startup-small. The sense of being a part of one single team pushing in the same direction with a unified purpose simply cannot be recreated at larger firms. But they both have their plus and minus points provided they accept what they are and structure accordingly. IMO the worst type of companies to work for are those who are small but think and act as if they are big, and, even worse, big companies that still adopt a small-business mentality.
Well said!
At 4:47 you hit my situation dead on the nail
Awesome explanation man! I have experienced both worlds and a lot of folks especially in the construction business tend to think smaller companies are a bit more laid back. I experienced the contrary. Tier 1 (Turner, AECOM and etc.) construction companies could recover from losses as in comparison to renovation contractors or local which a grand could make a difference. Environment is also subjective, if I had a small firm…. I would probably try to decrease as liability as possible. Meaning.. More involvement and a firm on budgeting. Honestly, it really depends on the person.
Kienen you’re killing it with these videos. Keep. It. Up. 🙌🏽
Thanks Jafet!
Fav Channel!! Getting my Civil Engineering degree your channel is a big help!
Thanks so much!
interesting to hear your opinion! I'm about to graduate with my CE degree in fall & starting a summer internship with a large GC in the Bay area pretty soon!
Can you make a video about working in construction abroad or the best places to work as an civil engineer?
Thanks for the suggestion!
Awesome video! Thanks Kienan!
Thanks for watching!
I've only worked in smaller companies and you made me curious about a larger company
Nice!
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
00:00 🏢 Exploring Big vs. Small Companies
02:18 💡 Learning Opportunities and Training
03:42 📈 Career Advancements and Opportunities
05:24 🏁 Office Politics
07:05 🏢 Systems and Structure
08:32 🌍 Impact and Fulfillment
09:43 🌊 Stability in Employment
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helped a lot 👍
awesome!
What are some tips you have for finding the reputation of a company if you don't know anyone in the industry yet? Do you think that working for a publicly traded company would be better or worse than working for a private one?
Any advice on how to get my foot into "people's consuming liquor" company as an intern?
Good video👏👏👏
Thanks Cleon!
No pro
Is an AAS in Construction Management worth it? I have a bachelors degree in industrial technology but would like to make a career change in the future. Thanks!
If youre trying to get into construction, you may be able to just get a job without an applicable degree; it’ll take more convincing on your end but it saves you the time of getting another piece of paper
“People who are labeled millennials” 🎯 lol
lol can be a negative connotation
@@KienenKoga I already know lol
That transition into Webull was clean 😂
Lol all about the subtle plugs
Hello Koga, love your work, if its possible you make a video on softwares a civil engineer should need to learn before graduation. It would be gracious.
I ve been worked for small company for 4 years
As an accounting, mine "helicopter view" was expanded
I am close enough with owner and the top management
Now, i decided to move to bigger company
My previous company is mad on me 😂
They want me to worked there forever 😅
I love you videos. I’m civil engineer from Mexico and I’m new on Las Vegas. I don’t found a job. Do you have any recommendations?
Does your company implement Lean construction? I would love to see a video of your thoughts on it!
Yes!
When a small company gets a huge break like transitioning from a small contractor turning into a large contractor/corporation then you will be riding along to the top ~
Great points. I work for a smaller company (120 employees) and as part of the pm team, were usually on the way home by 3 or 3:30. Also helps we work on city streets with time restraints. I'm not there yet, by a long shot, but the PMs above me are making well into the 6 figures. Like you said, salary depends a lot on the specialization.
That’s exactly what I did I went from corporate structured where I felt like a nobody and I had a terrible commune to a smaller company right down the street from me.
Also don't jump ship... stay with company for at least 3-5 years, Bigger companies wont want to look at a person who has been all over. 3 companies in 10 years is boarder line, but 4 + companies is a no.
This was very informative! I currently have one residential offer and a couple of commercial offers, and I am pushing my graduation date to intern in both industries. What do you think? Would it be a good idea for me to experience both hands-on before making a final decision for my career, or should I pursue two commercial internships?
Feel bad for the smaller Companies and I hope they make slot of money
This is the best free software Ive seen. Respect.
talk about working for the city.
what about start your own business?
If I am interested in working as a construction engineer, what is the title of an entry-level position I should be looking for? Is it project engineer? I am a junior studying civil engineering in California. Love your videos btw.
Could be project engineer, field engineer, engineer 1 one of those
im working for a small company right now for my internship . i fell like this small company will help me in the future to prepare for another internship with a big company. some experience is better than none right....
Agreed!
Great video, I've been doing alot of thinking about this very topic. I'm learning towards a larger company since the jobs are more exciting and motivating to work on.
If you're looking for new video ideas I'd love to hear about a set of questions to ask prior to accepting a construction management position. Many lists online are not construction specific.
Awesome, thanks Matthew!
very interesting topics.. i learn a lot keep posting videos 👏👏👏
Thanks Mahmood!
Trick question. Any company that hires you.
Hahaha good point
very timely video🙂
Thanks Cris!
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