The associate director of Capita – Real Estate & Infrastructure reveals how he got into construction and his career ambitions.
Why did you choose a career in construction? What else might you have done?
I grew up in the Philippines and travelled with my parents around the world for the hope of a better life. During those travels, I built an affinity for buildings and skyscrapers – wondering how they were built, the meaning behind why they were built in this particular setting or environment, and the challenges they had to overcome to make it work.
“I have a personal desire to help others develop in their careers in many ways, such as mentoring, coaching and/or sponsoring.”
I have always been competitive and played team sports. After representing Cumbria Rugby in my youth and trialling for Newcastle Falcons Rugby Academy at 11, I would have loved to play professional rugby.
You’ve become the Tomorrow’s Leaders representative for Preston Hub. What are your plans in this role?
I intend on building on the success of the local hub and enhancing its strategic objectives by recruiting new members. I have exciting plans ahead.
What are your career ambitions?
I have aspirations of managing a business in our industry at the C-suite level in the next seven years. I have a personal desire to help others develop in their careers in many ways, such as mentoring, coaching and/or sponsoring.
What do you do in your spare time?
I have two young boys who keep me busy outside of my working hours. Otherwise, when I get a little bit of time, I run to keep mentally and physically strong. During covid I ran ultra distances to challenge myself.
