MERCEDES VAUGHAN-MATTHEWS

Construction Project Management graduate

Engineering at USW
Student, Mercedes, sat at a desk that has a computer, tape measure and a hard hat on it. She is working and smiling at the camera.

The construction industry is calling out for strong females.


Construction is a diverse industry

The construction industry is calling out for strong females, and despite a poor existing image, it is a wonderfully diverse world.

My role is to improve our company’s market position and achieve financial growth, rather than project-specific management. 

Day-to-day activities include mapping out long-term company strategic goals, building key customer and supply chain relationships, identifying business opportunities, negotiating and closing business deals and maintaining extensive knowledge of current market conditions.

The project management qualification is ideal for those who want to become a manager in the construction industry, as I did – and it provided me with a great professional grounding.

Interested in Built Environment?

Immerse yourself in construction projects as you develop all the skills and expertise that employers are looking for. Our Built Environment degrees offer strong links to industry, professionally accredited courses, and access to cutting-edge facilities.