It is well-established that increased diversity at a company means better results for the company's bottom line and culture. Having different perspectives and backgrounds means that companies can better understand a variety of customers and view problems and solutions differently than they have in the past. So, what can your construction firm do to improve diversity and inclusion in your organization?
Construction companies attempting to recruit millennials will need to keep several important things in mind. While this generation wants many similar things from their job as previous generations, there are also some notable differences. Overcoming the Stigma That Construction Jobs Have Low Salaries One of the major challenges facing companies in search [...]
It is no secret that the search for construction talent is a red-hot market. The skilled labor shortage has made the market highly competitive from the standpoint of employers. One of the biggest assets construction companies can use to help them find the best talent is construction recruiters. Construction Recruiters Gather Data [...]
While most construction companies focus on building a brand to attract clients, you also want to make your brand attract employees. After all, you need to give potential employees a reason to choose your company instead of other opportunities. Before the pandemic, there was already a skilled labor crisis, making it hard [...]
The labor crisis in the construction industry means that hiring managers need to find new ways to expand their methods for hiring new candidates. The tactics you relied on in the past do not cut it anymore. There is too much competition. Here are some tips that will help you find highly [...]
Working with a construction recruiter can help you find jobs at companies that align with your values, but how you interact with the recruiter is an important part of making sure the experience has the outcomes you desire. An important first step is building a rapport with a recruiter before you actually [...]
Construction firms that have the most streamlined hiring process are able to attract and retain staff better than those that don’t. If your interview process is structured, then the odds of making the right hiring decisions increase. Start by describing your opportunity and think about your ideal candidate. Successful construction recruiters always [...]
Construction jobs often entail a degree of risk. The potential for injury is greater than in other fields that require less machinery and manual labor. Most companies, however, recognize the risk and try to minimize it. Identifying, evaluating, and controlling potential hazards are the keys to risk management. Safety Expectations There are [...]
Construction recruiting firms around the nation are always looking for skilled concrete laborers and finishers. From pouring parking structures and parking lots to roads and building foundations, concrete construction is essential to the conveniences of daily life. Concrete construction falls into two categories – flat work and structural. Structural concrete projects include [...]
There is little worse than a company wrought with corporate politics and unsure leadership where there’s a poor working atmosphere and its every person for themselves. Companies should find ways to build a reputation as “the” place to work. Having a positive company culture goes a long way toward reaching that goal. [...]
