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These days, experienced tradesmen may be tough to find. With the decrease in available, talented construction candidates, you’ll have to do some extra digging to find the expert labor that your project requires. The ideal commercial electrician is reliable, hard-working, and has an established record of service. If your company is looking to hire an…

As a newbie in the construction field, you may feel like you’re at a disadvantage. However, the construction industry needs new blood. In the past ten years, there has been a decrease of 19 percent in eligible candidates for construction work. If you’re looking to break into the construction industry, now is the time. Reboot Your Resume…

On May 18th, CCS announced the recipients of the 5th Annual CCS Construction Staffing Entrepreneurial Scholarship. The applicants are required to write an essay that describes any past/current personal entrepreneur experience or future entrepreneur aspirations that they may have. Additionally, the applicant must be accepted to a 4-year, 2-year, or technical/trade school for the 2017-2018…

The construction industry is a challenging one. The field has qualified candidates, but the number of potential hires is dwindling. Your job is difficult enough without trying to hire the right staff for your team. Construction requires the best employees, and you need reliable, well-trained staff members. The fastest, most effective way to round out…

Business North Carolina has ranked CCS Construction Staffing in this years’ list of Best Employers in North Carolina (small to medium sized companies), This is CCS’ first year landing this prestigious rank.  The list of the Best Employers in North Carolina was created by Business North Carolina, the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) – NC State Council…

You’ve secured a new construction project for your team and your company is excited to tackle a new endeavor. However, the early stages of any construction investment can be precarious. Be prepared for the ups and downs that come with any large-scale construction project. Here we’ll discuss the riskiest aspects of the construction cycle, and…

Managing the various costs of construction project management can be overwhelming. Spending capital on parts and equipment, in addition to paying for staff training and labor hours, can add up quickly during a project. The best way to stay on top of a project is to utilize the most efficient resources that the construction industry…

Picture this: you run into a hiring manager for a top construction company, or a high-caliber project management professional. You have less than a minute to make your case as to why they should hire you. Being prepared for this scenario will open professional doors you may have never expected. Narrowing your pitch to ensure…

In the construction industry, it’s all about time, money, and safety.  When a project is conceived, a solid foundation must be built by careful planning. This project will be successful if you’re able to stay on schedule, be mindful of costs and regulations, and always check your punch list. This post identifies why you need…

As a project manager or construction professional, it’s your duty to start any task with a clear plan. Creating the right budget for a job is essential to a successful, profitable project. It can be difficult to manage costs as obstacles come up throughout the construction project. To manage your time and money in the…