Working in a commercial construction job can be extremely rewarding and satisfying. Yet, it's still possible for employees to experience less than perfect days for a variety of reasons. From weather delays to being shorthanded at a job site, it's not uncommon for those working construction jobs to vent their frustrations to [...]
There were some impressive statistics from 2017 with regard to employment numbers in the construction industry. Not only did construction jobs reach their highest level since November 2008, but construction salaries also rose as well. These overall improvements are bolstered by the fact that recent tax reforms will likely increase wages by [...]
If you’re selected for an interview, then it means that your resume survived the initial screening process. But, proving that you have just the right skills on paper is only the first step to landing the job that you really want. Next, you’ll need to make every effort possible to stand out [...]
Recent industrywide surveys have indicated that skilled labor wages continue to rise at a steady pace due to a significant labor shortage of qualified craft workers. In an effort to attract workers, a growing number of firms are not only increasing base-pay rates, but also offering incentives and bonuses to prospective employees. [...]
From the East coast to the West coast, a shortage of skilled construction labor within the commercial construction industry remains an ongoing epidemic throughout the United States. The demand for hotels, condos and office buildings continues to outpace the pool of those people qualified to build them. National Commercial Construction Survey According [...]
Now is a critical time in commercial construction. The job shortage continues to hinder the industry, and companies are forced to look very critically at what they can do to attract and retain talent. Here are some tips to put you in a strong position to attract top commercial construction talent to [...]
The economy has rebounded and continues to grow since the recession. The demand for new hotels, condominiums, and office buildings is high. Yet the labor shortage in commercial construction has caused an increase in prices and a major slowdown of new projects. Many contractors saw this problem coming - and now it’s [...]
