The 70% Rule: How “Good Enough” Hiring Can Beat the Construction Talent Shortage
December 12, 2023
As a recruiter in the trenches, I’ve seen the construction industry’s hiring crisis up close. Project managers are slammed, desperately piecing together teams at the last minute from shrinking candidate pools, even delaying projects when key roles go unfilled. Now I’m going to go against the grain and say I...
Can Hybrid Work Plug Construction’s Talent Drain?
November 9, 2023
The COVID-19 pandemic brought construction sites grinding to a halt. Teams accustomed to hands-on collaboration were forced into remote work overnight. Many adapted well during this unprecedented pivot, but in its wake, a contentious debate rages about on-site versus hybrid policies. Especially for junior staff. Those new to construction, having...
Building Up Your Bench During a Market Downturn
November 6, 2023
When clouds roll in, it’s tempting to hunker down and pray for sun. But storms can also offer firms a chance to fortify foundations and erect even stronger structures. Because while economic downturns invariably signal distress, proactive leaders can utilize these periods to upgrade their talent, hone efficiencies, and boost...
Ready, Set, Build: How to Strategically Staff Your Next Construction Boom
October 24, 2023
The construction industry is facing a complex talent paradox. Although unemployment remains low and competition for skilled workers is high, many firms find themselves stalled in uncertainty. I speak with clients daily who are stuck in purgatory – unable to move forward as they await project funding or awards amidst...
The Brick and Mortar of Talent Attraction: Your Website & Social Media
October 4, 2023
Any construction company's reputation hinges on the caliber of its craftsmanship. This applies not only to client projects, but also to the employer brand you construct to attract talent. After all, it’s a competitive market and you’re reliant on your team to deliver the work. So, just as the foundation...
5 Creative Ways for Firms to Tackle the Construction Labor Shortage
August 14, 2023
Across America, once-sleepy states are transforming through rapid population growth, business investment, and major development projects. An economic resurgence has kicked the construction industry into overdrive. Billions are being poured into building the infrastructure, housing, offices, factories, and amenities needed to accommodate this expansion. Major companies are relocating operations drawn...
Why Every Hire Wants to Know You Have a Stable Project Pipeline
July 13, 2023
Every time we talk to a candidate about your company, and the position you need to fill, we have to be able to articulate why they should talk to you, and why it could be better for them, and their career. But it takes more than partnering with a passionate...
Talent Management Trends: Real Estate & Construction Management
July 6, 2023
The real estate and construction management industry is always buzzing with opportunities and challenges. Companies continue to seek out talented professionals to spearhead their projects and ensure successful outcomes. But how can organizations navigate this fast changing landscape and secure the most sought after talent? To find out, we’re going...
Are Companies Calling the Shots? Examining Candidate Resilience in Today’s Job Market
June 21, 2023
If headlines and LinkedIn anecdotes are anything to go by, it's not a great time to be a job seeker. This moment is notable for mass layoffs, hiring freezes, and declining job creation. So it’s easy to assume that the balance of power has shifted away from employees and towards...
Hiring For Construction Projects: The Push Pull Between Timing and Talent
June 21, 2023
Recruiting is a transitory process that can feel uncertain – even when the conditions that surround it are perfect. But as staffing specialists within the Construction and Real Estate industry, we often find ourselves hiring for projects that haven't yet started or are subject to delays. This often adds a...
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A client recently shared a story that made me rethink some long-held beliefs around employee turnover. They told me about a superintendent named Mike, who...
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When Mike's daughter was born, he was anxious about balancing his construction foreman job with fatherhood. His company offered only 1 week of paid leave,...
As contractors sound alarms over skilled labor shortages, they repeatedly overlook a hidden asset – working moms. While women make up only 10% of the...
Fatigue from years of physical labor sets in. Noisy chaos frays your nerves. You’ve maxed out your pay scale. You’re struggling to see opportunities for...
Buildings account for nearly 40% of global emissions, putting immense pressure on construction firms to prioritize sustainable and net-zero practices. Cities like New York and...
Bonuses work. When done right. While variable pay plans have tremendous potential to accelerate results and incentivize top talent, without proper structuring and communication, they...
As a recruiter in the trenches, I’ve seen the construction industry’s hiring crisis up close. Project managers are slammed, desperately piecing together teams at the...
You've made it to the final round of interviews with your chosen construction firms. After months of rigorous screening, you've proven yourself again and again....
The COVID-19 pandemic brought construction sites grinding to a halt. Teams accustomed to hands-on collaboration were forced into remote work overnight. Many adapted well during...
When clouds roll in, it’s tempting to hunker down and pray for sun. But storms can also offer firms a chance to fortify foundations and...
Any construction company's reputation hinges on the caliber of its craftsmanship. This applies not only to client projects, but also to the employer brand you...
The threat of being replaced can fill even the most seasoned leaders with dread and self-doubt. As new talent arrives, it's only natural to feel...
Every time we talk to a candidate about your company, and the position you need to fill, we have to be able to articulate why...
Recruiting is a transitory process that can feel uncertain – even when the conditions that surround it are perfect. But as staffing specialists within the...
Project lists are an essential part of applying for new jobs in construction. They can make the difference between securing an interview or not and...
Robotics in construction are on the rise, and new market research shows that the sector is expected to swell in value as contractors look to...
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