It can be easy for hiring managers to put the hiring process on cruise control and forget about the urgent need to keep top talent. You may find that you fall into a routine and go through the motions to simply fill positions when they are open. Yet, we know from statistics [...]
As construction recruiters, we talk to candidates every day and learn exactly why they might be unhappy in their current role. For instance, if the organization doesn't have good construction leadership, they'll be open to new opportunities. Here are some of the most common complaints about bosses from our industry. Poor Leadership [...]
It’s becoming more evident that traditional performance reviews aren’t as effective as they once were. Today’s workers have different values than their predecessors. Construction professionals want more than just a paycheck. They also want professional advancement, flexibility, continuing education, and opportunities to make a difference in the world around them. As construction [...]
As commercial construction recruiters, we see every day that Junior Project Field Engineer and Project Field Engineer I positions are in high demand in the commercial construction industry. They are responsible for confirming that onsite safety standards are all being followed according to OSHA regulation. Professionals in these roles evaluate and recommend [...]
As more jobs are being outsourced to foreign markets overseas, it’s a relief knowing that our industry requires skills and experience that can’t be outsourced. Now is an ideal time to enter the construction field for a variety of reasons. There is currently a labor shortage, wages are high, and the industry [...]
As construction recruiters, we see that the construction firms having the most success in recruiting top talent are the ones that are going the distance to attract construction talent. They know there is a shortage of commercial construction labor and they are taking the steps necessary to not only shore up their [...]
In your career, you’ll most likely reach a point where you have to write a resignation letter. Even if you have a job you love, a better opportunity might come along. Sometimes, you just need a change. Resigning from a job is especially difficult if you work with people you respect or [...]
Keeping up with commercial construction trends helps you stay competitive, maintain an effective team, and provide you with the tools you need to grow your construction business. Here are some current construction trends that are likely to affect your hiring and workforce. Technology Supporting Workers While some predicted that technology would replace [...]
Some of the higher paying and most rewarding construction careers are currently in demand. With the current labor shortage, vital positions such as Senior Project Managers and Project Directors are among the most needed in the construction industry. As commercial construction recruiters, we have insider knowledge of the true salary ranges for [...]
From public service to commercial applications, the water and wastewater industry will be hiring for upward of 700,000 construction jobs that will provide billions of dollars in personal income over the next several years. The Report Card for America's Infrastructure was recently published by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). The [...]
