Prosple Profiles

I have learned about the immense breadth and scale of KiwiRail and its contribution to New Zealand and how ‘small’ initiatives can have an extensive impact.

I think a vast array of people can do project management. I think what you need to thrive in it is communication and people skills. Those are the most important. Having other administration skills and computer skills is helpful. The technical skills you can always learn, but having the right attitude and soft skills is really important.

Engage with your lecturers, tutors and peers regarding what careers you can pursue following your degree. I discovered entire new fields and organisations I never knew existed simply through talking to people at university!

I choose Banking and Finance as I knew that I wanted to work on deals (rather than disputes) with an international element.

Working with the environment and sustainability team, I help manage the impact of our projects activities on the environment and on natural resources.

Experiences and aspirations outside of your career are important and you should put time towards making them happen as you would your work goals.