Career Advice
How to Speed Up the Hiring Process for a Construction Job
Hiring can be so frustrating, especially when you need new talent immediately. Holding up a construction project for lack of staff can really damage your timeline and your budget. Streamlining the hiring process will make sure you don’t miss out on the best candidates. Here’s how you can speed up your hiring process! …
Read MoreHow to Stand Out as a Woman in the Construction Field
Making a great impression is important for anyone in any profession, particularly a woman in construction. There’s a lot of masculine energy in the industry, and you may be wondering how you can set yourself apart from the field. Whether you’re looking to climb the ladder or just make a positive impact, these are CCS Construction…
Read MoreHow to Upskill Your Plumbing Contractors
Downtime happens, especially factoring in the unprecedented times we’ve experienced recently. As a manager, you want to keep your staff engaged no matter what, especially those with special skills. We’re here to share how you can invest in upskilling for your plumbing trades: Why Upskill? The number one reason to upskill your plumbers is to…
Read MoreBeat the Heat at the Construction Site this Summer with These 4 Tips
Summer is here, and that comes with many advantages and disadvantages, especially in the Southeastern US. When the weather warms, construction gigs are more pleasant – until it hits 90+ degrees. Here we’ll talk about how to keep your energy up and beat the heat when working construction gigs: 1. Dress for the Heat Maintaining…
Read MoreCommunication: The Top Safety Hazard on the Job Site
To effectively manage a construction team, it’s crucial to avoid safety hazards. You’re used to OSHA training and operating manuals, but are you mitigating the number one danger on the construction site? If you aren’t concentrating on communication, you’re leaving yourself open to massive damage. Here’s why a lack of communication is the top safety…
Read MoreActive Listening: The Secret to Better Hiring
As the world adjusts to post-pandemic life, more managers are re-vamping the way their company operates. If you are just like these leaders, looking for ways to improve or even re-build your processes, you may want to begin with your hiring routine. If you’re used to skimming resumes and saying yes to anyone that checks…
Read MoreHere’s Why You Shouldn’t Avoid Entry Level Positions
You don’t want to get stuck doing grunt work, but you’re tired of searching for the right role. As a job seeker with some experience, you may be tempted to overlook entry-level positions. However, we’re here to show you the reasons you need to resist this impulse. Here’s why an entry-level position may be just…
Read More5 Reasons Why Cross-Training Your Workers will Lead to Higher Productivity
Take advantage of your skilled workers by coaching them into a higher level of performance. Today we’re talking about the top five benefits of cross-training, the practice of identifying critical processes within your organization and making sure your entire team can execute them. 1. Better Teamwork The ability to collaborate is essential for a crew,…
Read MoreDifferent Career Path Possibilities for Electricians
Curious about the electrician career outlook? We’ll take you through the life of an electrician from early stages to peak performance and the various steps you can take to earn a great career as an electrician. Electrician’s Helper The earliest stages of an electrician’s career typically include an introductory helper’s role. This position usually includes…
Read More8 Skills to Look For In A Plumber
Are you a construction manager looking for new trades? Recruiting for a new construction project means hiring an effective team you can count on. As you build your “roster,” here are 8 skills you should seek as you recruit a plumber. 1. OSHA Awareness Navigating a complicated list of safety guidelines will come naturally to…
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