Tell me about a time when you had to overcome a difficult obstacle on a project.
This question can give the interviewer insight into how you handle challenges and overcome obstacles. Use your answer to highlight your problem-solving skills, ability to adapt to change and commitment to excellence in your work.
Example Answer : “In my last role as a project engineer, I was working on a construction project that required us to use new materials for the foundation of the building. The company had just started selling these materials, so we didn’t have much information about them or any data to support their safety. We needed to ensure they were safe enough to use before starting construction.
I worked with our team to develop a plan to test the materials. We decided to build a small scale model of the foundation and conduct tests on it. This allowed us to collect the necessary data to determine whether the materials were safe to use. It also gave us an opportunity to learn more about the materials and how to best use them.”
