The influx of Millennials into construction is changing dynamics in the industry. The changes are being felt in many aspects of construction companies and how they do business. Here's a look at some of those evolving dynamics. Mission & Vision Young people entering the industry today have to be aligned with the [...]
Construction superintendents are on the job site day in and day out. They've got strong leadership skills and manage numerous subs. Knowing the ins and outs of the project is their strong suit. Yet after doing this for a long time, some superintendents may decide they want a change of pace. If [...]
Construction technology trends continue to advance making job sites safer, and many of the related processes much more efficient. For instance, did you know that it’s now possible to connect construction job sites to the cloud? Not too long ago, contractors were limited regarding the methods that were available to communicate back-and-forth [...]
Demand for some positions in commercial construction rise and fall. Others seem to always be in demand, no matter what the market is like. In this post, we will explore what's in demand now, and what skills, experience, and education you need to fill these high-demand roles. Estimators One position that's currently [...]
Every encounter with your construction company’s culture influences a candidate’s perception of your firm, and the interview is no exception. An invitation for a second interview with a candidate is a sign that the first one went well. But does every candidate who interviews with your construction firm want to be invited [...]
In a recent post, we shared construction salary ranges for Preconstruction, and this week, we will look at positions for estimators – Junior Estimator and Estimator I. Our goal is to help hiring managers across the nation maintain competitive construction estimator salaries—and help job seekers to determine the salary range they should be looking [...]
Having a recruiter on your side can make all the difference when it comes to your hiring strategy. It can be very difficult for companies to fill their high-demand positions if they approach it alone. Once you have a trusted recruiter on your side, be sure that they explain their recruiting process and what [...]
The commercial construction industry continues to experience a labor shortage within all areas of the market. Yet companies are optimistic about that changing in the future due to the actions that they're taking now. What are they doing to improve the pipeline of skilled construction workers entering the market? And what more [...]
There are many ways to increase your company's bottom line – including lowering expenses and maximizing output. But how can you optimize productivity through your ingrained corporate culture? How can you make a culture of productivity part of the overall mindset of your company that benefits everyone? Here are some tangible solutions [...]
Should a candidate accept a counteroffer? Based on my vast experience in recruiting, working with both clients and candidates, I would say “No!” Some may say that every situation is unique and you can't generalize, but I disagree. You may be wondering why I have this opinion. Here are a few reasons. [...]
