AI’s Impact on Construction Roles – Short, Mid, and Long Term
May 5, 2025
IntroductionU.S. construction companies are entering a transformative era where artificial intelligence (AI) and automation will increasingly augment how projects are planned, built, and managed. A severe skilled labor shortage (58% of contractors report a “severe or very severe” deficit globenewswire.com) and an aging workforce (average age 42.5 in 2023) are...
Junior Hard Hats, Senior Salaries – The Skilled Trades Paradigm Shift
June 27, 2024
If you've been on a construction site lately, you may have noticed the fresh-faced workers sporting toolbelts don't come cheap. Clients are sounding the alarm over the escalating salary expectations of junior construction professionals. However, we’re increasingly seeing this as more than a fleeting fad. It's a fundamental shift driven...
The Case for ‘Boomerang’ Workers in Construction
February 22, 2024
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 had left their construction firm a few years prior, when a deep-pocketed competitor lured him away with a salary their smaller outfit couldn’t match. At...
February 13, 2024
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Sustainability Takes Center Stage in US Construction
January 4, 2024
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 states like Colorado have implemented first-of-their-kind regulations capping building emissions and ramping renewable energy adoption. Corporations, investors, and LEED green building benchmarks push for net...
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...
Construction Workers Lead the Charge in EV Infrastructure Boom
November 1, 2023
Electric vehicles (EVs) are having a moment. With commitments from automakers and government incentives for consumers, EV purchases are dramatically increasing across the United States. Major auto manufacturers plan to invest billions to build new battery plants and transition to electric fleets over the next decade. This acceleration in EV...
Global construction robotics market value to triple by 2030
September 6, 2022
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 technology to combat safety and labor shortage issues. The global construction robotics market is poised to reach $164 million by 2030, according to market research firm...
June 25, 2022
I talked to a candidate yesterday who is the Procore Champion for his company. He has led the training rollout and is the person his team members come to with questions. He believes he was given the task because he is the youngest person on the team. Don’t assume your...
What to say in an exit interview and why you should participate in one
June 25, 2022
Although not all companies conduct exit interviews if you get asked to participate in one when you leave your role, please do. It's a chance to provide helpful feedback to the organization, so that it can learn and continuously improve for current and future employees. You might include these points...
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Learn MoreThe construction industry's grapevine is buzzing with talk of a job market on the upswing. It's got firms scrambling, and for good reason. Just the...
If you've been tracking the pulse of the construction industry lately, you've likely noticed that wage discussions are all the rage. The workforce, from fresh-faced...
If you've been on a construction site lately, you may have noticed the fresh-faced workers sporting toolbelts don't come cheap. Clients are sounding the alarm...
Even for high-profile, big-budget construction projects, recruiting qualified labor has become an immense challenge. Time and again, firms are met with rejection from experienced professionals...
Every construction leader is tasked with finding and attracting talent to support your company's growth. The trouble is, you’re supposed to do this while juggling...
Landing a second interview is huge, but don't think you're home free. The industry is ultra-competitive, especially when hiring at senior level. Don’t rely on...
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...
PWC is a national nonprofit organization that seeks to support, advance, and connect women and promote diversity within the architecture, engineering, construction, (AEC) and related...
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...
IntroductionU.S. construction companies are entering a transformative era where artificial intelligence (AI) and automation will increasingly augment how projects are planned, built, and managed. A...
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