Employee Case Study
CDS Managing Director, Scott Murray, hails the importance of skills replenishment as international student, and CDS Site Engineer, Kshitij Bhave, completes post-graduate degree in Construction Project Management.
Originally from India, Kshitij started his degree at Mumbai University before completing the remainder of his studies at Heriott-Watt University in Edinburgh, whilst joining CDS to gain valuable site experience that would cement the foundations of his forthcoming career.
After joining CDS in August 2022, Kshitij has played a vital role in the success of several ground-breaking projects including the renowned Grosvenor Hotel refurbishment, and the grand EFI site at Quartermile, whilst gaining industry-leading experience in Engineering, Project Planning, and Site Management.
Kshitij said:
“With every new day at work, I am continuously enhancing my skillset and learning new principals that have helped me navigate my way through my studies and better my knowledge in my role as Site Engineer.
“The exposure that CDS has offered me in the last few months has made me realise my potential and the CITB-accredited training courses that the company has allowed me to embark on have helped me gain great knowledge in all aspects of construction such as site activity, Health and Safety, and CDM regulation.
“The effective guidance from my seniors has helped me polish my skills in a positive manner in such a way that will carve my future career trajectory in this challenging and ever-growing industry.”
CDS Managing Director, Scott Murray, said:
“At CDS we are passionate about providing opportunities for young people by offering invaluable on-the-job experience through our traineeships and apprenticeships.
“We see great value in recruiting the next generation of the business, and it brings us immense satisfaction watching our staff enhance their skillset and progress with the business as a result of the training offered by our experienced site teams.
“On behalf of the entire team at CDS, I give my heartfelt congratulations to Kshitij on his graduation and have no doubt that he will continue to excel throughout his career in Site and Project Management. We will continue to support and guide him through the next chapter of his development, and I look forward to seeing how he progresses in the near future.”