Application Process & Interviews at PROBUILD

I applied for the job online via the graduate portal. I was then called in for an interview with the leader of the grad program. I was then successful and called into a second interview with the same person. I was then successful and had a third interview with the MD. I was then successful and was required to complete an online psych test prior to offer.

My Interview was not quite so mainstream. I was overseas for my entire application process and therefore I initially submitted my application online. After this round you are notified if you are successful or not & from there an initial interview is held, and a secondary interview if you were shortlisted. I was able to complete both of these interviews via Skype. In between the interviews there were sets of psychometric tests.

2 interview process which was very friendly and informative.

Interviews where formal with 2 in person interviews and phone interviews taking place - over all the process was very succinct taking place over only a few weeks, the interviewers were clear in intention and ensured that the role was what I as the interviewee was expecting and where clear on their expectations of what I would be able to achieve.

Interview is tailored to what Probuild wants to see in a particular candidate. Pressure is exerted in the right amounts to bring out someone's personality and ability think on their feet.

The hiring process is very simple but yet effective. They had two interviews and a couple of online Hogan interviews.

The assessments were clear and straightforward, answering questions upon submitting your CV and cover letter. The interviews were also well conducted.

2 rounds of interviews - no group or assessment test.

3 round interview and a personality test.

The interview process was incredibly organized. The HR team got back to me after each interview within a very short time frame. Prior to commencing work I got a call from my line manager to confirm my start date / answer any questions etc.

Initial interview with HR, with a requirement to complete a personal assessment. A secondary interview held with senior management, which was followed by a formal offer.

Had 3 interviews which I thought was a lot.

I had 2 interviews, my first with Sam Delmenico and the other with the Group HR Manager.

Strengths, weaknesses, experience, situations and general life experience questions.

I was asked about my previous experience, my knowledge on the construction industry, where I see myself going with my career, my personality traits and my hobbies outside of work.

The questions were mainly about my knowledge of the industry and the company, what I want out of the program etc.

The First interview was the most extensive and captured my background - future ambitions - interest in the industry - cultural expectations of the company - captured common negative and positive feedback to ensure that this career path met with my assumptions.

Past experiences and career ambitions

Probuild's dedication to finding the right graduates amazed me. Each interview went for 45 minutes or more so they had a sufficient amount of time to learn about me. They asked questions about why I wanted to work for the company, why I was right for the position, previous experience, and general questions about hobbies etc.

I was asked about my life experiences, schooling, hobbies, what attracted me to Probuild. I particularly remember being asked about how I deal with conflict.

1. Give examples of how you exemplify BOA 2. Give situations where you showed teamwork/ leadership 3. What can you bring to the company

Why I was interested in Construction? Did I play any sport? What hobbies did I have? What were my goals and ambitions?

Questions around previous experience, hobbies, current lifestyle. We also talked about how I deal with time management and what my future goals were.

What the company values meant. What would make me different/stand out from others. What does commercial construction mean to me.

Be honest and ask lots of questions this is as much about understanding if you want to be apart of the company as it is for the company to assess your application.

Be friendly and get to know yourself - Your strengths, weaknesses and how you can work on these.

Understand what the company stands for, some of the projects they have completed and why you would be a good fit for Probuild.

I think have a strong knowledge and research on the job description and company you are applying for.

The best preparation would be to research the company well, understand the industry you are applying for and show how passionate you are to complete the program and develop yourself.

Do research on the company, have examples of works you like and potential sites you would want to work on.

I heavily researched to company website to understand the Projects Probuild complete, the Company Values, Company Culture etc. This was very helpful to ensure I could justify why I was right for the company. It is also important to understand your Pros, but also be able to identify your cons to demonstrate that you are self-aware and always striving to improve.

Be driven. Provide a point of difference from other applicants.

Practice makes perfect

I would prepare by looking at Probuild's values and seeing how you have demonstrated them.

Have a clear direction of what you would like to achieve, yet be open to alternative opportunities.