Moving to a different country for work is on the bucket list of many professionals itching to travel the world and experience a different culture, all while continuing to build up their skill set and climb the career ladder. Employers are ever keener to give staff the opportunity for a placement abroad, as construction expands on a global level. 

But for those making the move, what is the experience really like? How difficult is it to make the switch on a professional and personal level? And what advice would they give to anyone else planning to do the same? Building spoke to several professionals within the construction sector who are either working abroad or have recently returned, to find out what practical steps they advise, what they found challenging, and what they were able to pick up along the way – as well as to one employer about the employer’s responsibilities. 

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