A common misconception about construction careers is that if you work in this profession, then you’ll be too busy to have a personal life. Although many of these positions can be very demanding, most companies still provide good working hours with evenings and weekends off. In addition to earning a higher than [...]
Some construction firms think high employee turnover doesn’t matter that much, especially when there is a skilled labor crisis. They go about hiring expecting a certain amount of turnover and wind up making mistakes in their process that only worsen the problem. From our perspective, getting your hiring process right is essential [...]
There are many different stereotypes about the construction industry out there that impact the number of people who choose to enter the field. Here are some of the most common myths about construction from both companies and job-seekers, along with the plain truth about these misconceptions. Candidates Automation will take all of [...]
Putting together a team of talented professionals is a lot like putting together a sports team. You want high-performing players who work well together and make each other stronger. Topgrading can help your construction company build a dream team. Topgrading is a hiring philosophy and methodology developed by Brad Smart. The goal [...]
Some of the most successful construction firms all share at least one thing in common - they’ve all learned the benefits of treating their employees like valued family members. From improving employee retention to boosting the overall morale of your workplace, if you want to keep your team motivated and engaged, then [...]
There are numerous advantages to working in the construction industry. Not only do many of the open positions come with above average salaries, some also don’t require a four-year degree. Whether you’re considering attending trade school or you’re looking for a new career path that has great benefits, here are some of [...]
When you hire new talent for your construction company, you want to do everything you can to make the transition easy for them. We all know hiring isn’t easy. You have to attract the right candidates, deal with numerous interviews, and then make an important decision about who to bring into your [...]
“First who, then what” is a concept Jim Collins uses to illustrate the importance of hiring the right people for your team in his book, Good to Great. Having the right people has to come before having the direction. In the book, Collins uses the metaphor of a bus. You are the [...]
It takes a keen eye for recognizing professionals who stand out from everybody else to be successful in construction recruiting. Our firm has built a network of repeat clients in part through our ability to recognize and unlock the potential in passive candidates. Once our client companies have the right team in [...]
Construction is an exciting industry that has many opportunities for advancement. Despite the many advantages the construction industry comes with, you won’t succeed unless you have the right attitude, set achievable goals, and take active measures. Here are five tips to advance your construction career. 1. Develop Your Skill Set Different positions [...]
