THE DIFFERENT JOBS IN CONSTRUCTION An overview of the people who build our world Mouhamadou Kéba Touré ESEBAT Introduction The construction sector, or BTP (Bâtiment et Travaux Publics), employs millions of people around the world. Building a house, a bridge, or a skyscraper requires many different workers, each with their own skills and responsibilities. Today, we will look at five key jobs on a construction site. Mouhamadou Kéba Touré • ESEBAT 2 The Bricklayer (Le Maçon) 01 ● Builds walls using bricks, blocks, and mortar ● Lays the foundations of a building ● Works with cement, sand, and simple tools like a trowel Mouhamadou Kéba Touré • ESEBAT 3 The Carpenter (Le Charpentier) 02 ● Works with wood to build roofs, frames, and stairs ● Cuts and assembles timber structures ● Uses saws, hammers, and measuring tools Mouhamadou Kéba Touré • ESEBAT 4 The Electrician (L'Électricien) 03 ● Installs electrical wiring, lights, and sockets ● Makes sure the electrical system is safe ● Follows strict safety rules to avoid accidents Mouhamadou Kéba Touré • ESEBAT 5 The Architect (L'Architecte) 04 ● Designs the plans of the building ● Thinks about shape, space, and style ● Works closely with the client and the engineer Mouhamadou Kéba Touré • ESEBAT 6 The Civil Engineer (L'Ingénieur) 05 ● Checks that the structure is solid and safe ● Calculates materials, loads, and resistance ● Supervises the technical side of the project Mouhamadou Kéba Touré • ESEBAT 7 Conclusion Every construction project is a team effort. Bricklayers, carpenters, electricians, architects, and engineers all work together, each bringing a different skill, to turn a simple plan into a real building. Thank you for your attention! Mouhamadou Kéba Touré • ESEBAT 8
