It’s hard to deny that hiring in the construction industry has become increasingly difficult over the past few decades. One way to attract potential employees is to focus on your company culture. Qualified workers are reluctant to overexert themselves for a company that doesn’t seem to care about their needs. Modern workers admit to feeling… Read More »
Managing work on a construction site can be overwhelming. Whether it’s the day to day emails or large scale building projects, you need to have your work in order. Staying organized is essential to getting everything done. Being able to coordinate tasks and delegate responsibility is essential to being a construction project manager. Here at… Read More »
If you find yourself dreading your job, feeling discouraged, or seeing physical and mental signs that something’s not right, you might be getting burned out. If you’re overworked, the symptoms can be anything from some forgetfulness to a serious physical attack. Below we’ve identified some telltale symptoms of burnout, and provided some quick fixes. It’s… Read More »
Optimism is a choice made each day. Any job search is tough, whether it’s in construction, clerical work, or even management. It’s an equalizer: Exhausting, frustrating, and time-consuming. As much as a difficult job hunt can be discouraging, it’s essential to stay focused and positive. We’ll show you how to boost your self-esteem and your… Read More »
Charlotte, North Carolina – February, 2017 – CCS Construction Staffing, a leading staffing agency in the construction industry is pleased to announce we have won Inavero’s Best of Staffing® Client Award for providing superior service to our clients. This is our third consecutive award since 2015. “We are pleased to know that our clients continue… Read More »
2017: Time for you to make the most of your leadership role, and your team’s potential! This is the year you maximize the best ideas your team has, and help to keep them driven and motivated. This requires a staff that is engaged in their work. Often, particularly after a holiday slump, it’s easy for… Read More »
Feeling overwhelmed with your workload? As a leader, one of your primary responsibilities is to delegate work. You may feel uneasy assigning tasks to others, but a strong boss knows when to let someone else step in. You’d much rather be on the site with your crew or reviewing the blueprints for an upcoming project… Read More »
Smoking: It’s unhealthy, dangerous and toxic to productivity. Help your staff squash this habit, especially while at work. Construction staff are more likely to smoke than white collar workers, so help your team by focusing on quitting methods targeted at their industry. Non-smokers are more efficient workers, and it’s possible to kick the addiction with… Read More »
In many industries, employees are required to deal with the many risks involved in working in high places. Most people automatically think of a skyscraper building when considering dangerous occupations where work is done above ground level, but death or serious injury can occur much closer to the ground. If a simple fall is hard… Read More »
If you’re looking to channel your construction skills into a more specific industry, carpentry may be the discipline for you. Carpentry requires a precise eye and dedication, but can be rewarding. A career in this field can create a steady income for you to rely on. However, the path you take can increase your income… Read More »