How To Resign From Dominating Bosses In The Construction Industry

With so many strong leaders in the construction game, giving notice of resignation can be a bit intimidating. But whether you’re looking for work elsewhere or have already landed a new job, you’re entitled to leave your current job in one piece! This blog will take you through each step of your resignation, and offer some tips on overcoming obstacles along the way.

1. Negotiate notice

Before you sign any papers with your new employer, dig out the contract you signed with your current employer. Here you’ll find the terms of your resignation, along with the required notice period. Negotiate your start date with your new employer so that it comes after your required notice period. If no notice period is given, a good rule of thumb is 30 days.

2. Meet your manager

Always meet with your immediate manager to provide face-to-face notice of your intentions to leave. And do this before providing written notice. Organise a short meeting with your manager in a quiet place. They may want to know why you’re leaving or ask questions you don’t want to answer about your new job. Maintain your professionalism and stick to what you liked about your old job, not what you hated.

3. Provide written notice

You may choose to take written notice, in the form of a printed letter, with you to your meeting with your manager. These days, email tends to be more convenient for everyone involved, which you can send as a follow up after the meeting. Keep it short, sweet and to the point, and include the relevant dates. Don’t forget to ’cc the HR department.

4. Don’t gloat

Never tell your colleagues you’re leaving before telling your manager. While you may have developed close relationships with some teammates, you never know who will spread the word, making you look unprofessional. When giving verbal notice of your resignation, check with your manager that it’s okay for you to tell the office, for example, by making at an announcement at the next team catch up. This will ensure you exit the company gracefully, and it will serve you well should you require references in the future.

5. Stick out the notice period

So you’ve accepted your new job offer and have given notice of resignation, now for the hard part. The 30-day notice period can be daunting, as others may try to unload more work onto you or even treat you differently to how they did before. Maintain your poise and integrity by working fairly through your handover. Don’t try to take longer lunch breaks of use up your sick leave, as this kind of behaviour will only backfire.

6. Avoid bad-mouthing

Some of your colleague may take this opportunity to vent about their gripes with the company or the job. Now that you’re leaving, they feel you’ll offer a sympathetic ear to their grievances. Don’t let gossip get the better of you, because what you say could come back to bite you. By staying neutral and professional, you’ll keep your professional connections for longer and earn great references for the future.

7. Give an exit interview

Some companies like to give exit interviews to discuss the reasons why you’re leaving. Remember, you’re always entitled to keep the reasons to yourself. But if you do want to provide some feedback, make sure that it is constructive and never critical of others.

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