What type of attire should i wear for an interview as a Construction Inspector for the City?
Asked by mcclintockdj
I've always heard that you should dress for the job you want. Usually on these types of interviews I go all out with my best suit and tie. The last time I did this, I had better attire on than the boss did. So, I'm kind of debating what should I wear now? So as in dress for the job I want, most Construction Inspectors never even come close to ever wearing a suit, or slacks and a long sleeve shirt with a tie.

Best Answer:
Wear nice slacks, a long-sleeved shirt with a tie, nice shoes. You probably should cut out the jacket part of the suit when you go in because I don't know of many office professionals that wear full suits to work. _______________________________________________ Yeah, those inspectors don't come close to wearing the same attire on the job, but I bet they wore nice professional clothes to the interview... The point is that your spoken interview answers as well as all the non-verbal cues are all a part of selling yourself and your skills to a potential employer. If you're already dressed like you've worked there for years, they won't take you seriously. So what if they didn't dress up for your last interview?? They ALREADY work there. They are the one with the upper hand- you're the one trying to impress them.

Going to work and going to the interview are not the same. There is no such thing as "interview casual" How you dress is an indication of your appreciation for their consideration. Also, a jacket at the site could be an advantage too. Taking it off and rolling up your sleeves would be an implied segue from the introduction to the actual inspection. As net worth continues to erode the necessity of self worth in the workplace, this is one area any budget can accommodate. You can literally pick up a jacket for each day of the month, at any second hand store, for less than a total of $100, Why blend in, when you can be a leader with such a small investment. Good Luck.
Answered by john c