Anyone made a pivot to a construction project manager from another field? I’ve got an amalgamation of experience from other fields (safety, procurement, logistics/supply chain, project management).

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Hi Fishes,

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I have interviewed by CapG for BA consulting role in CapG FS domain. (practice role and not project role) Since this is very new for me, I need a guidance on CTC and grade/designation I should demand/expect while HR negotiation.

My expected CTC is 15 fixed + Variable+ 1.5L Signing Bonus.

Thanks.

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I wanted some information on how to do it and it's consequences in the following case. Keeping in mind it's for MNCs mainly TCS
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3. Rejecting the job after accepting offer letter and before joining.

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Tips for resume writing when you’ve made or are making a career pivot (previous work experience may not totally align with new career being sought after).

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Need advice from other fishes in the bowl!
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