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2016 will be an exciting time for residential and commercial construction companies, which means there will be plenty of opportunities for construction employees. According to Construction Dive: Spending on nonresidential construction projects will increase by around eight percent in 2016. New office and hotel projects are leading the commercial construction industry and those projections are expected…

Some construction job seekers really appreciate the idea of taking on temporary positions. These types of jobs allow for freedom even though there can be income uncertainties that come with it.  Many temporary employees like the fact that you can accept or refuse an assignment, while some temporary employees have concerns about unemployment laws and…

You don’t have to run a million-dollar construction company to attract the best employees in the business. If you want to stay ahead of the competition, you’ll need to catch the eye of strong and innovative construction project managers, one of the most sought-after professionals in the industry. You need the best construction project manager…

How many hours a day do you spend on your phone? We don’t just mean talking on your phone, but also checking email, reading important documents and texting with clients and co-workers. If you’re lucky, you may also get a moment or two to read a news article or like a few photos on Facebook.…

We are happy to announce that CCS Construction has won the Best Places to Work award by the Charlotte Business Journal. CBJ’s Best Places to Work Awards is an event honoring outstanding companies whose benefits, policies and practices are among the area’s best. This is the first time we has received this award and we…

How do you feel when you get rewarded for a job well done, at work or at home? Even just a heart-felt thank you is often enough to motivate you to keep up the good work. Guess what – your employees feel the same way. In fact, several studies show a raise in recognition over…

Whether you’re a job site manager, superintendent, a skilled laborer, a specialized tradesman, an entry-level employee, or any other construction site worker, you need to show off your skills when applying for a job opening. While you may fill out an application either way, your resume is the place to showcase your professional experience and…

What kind of personality is the best fit for construction? When you look at the diversity of a typical job site, it’s hard – at first – to see a common thread. However, this type of work attracts a certain type of individual – regardless of race, religion or gender. That’s why it’s important to…

Even though the construction industry is quite literally booming, many employers still face significant hiring challenges. Some construction firms are trying to regain ground against the competition, while others are dealing with a job seekers’ market. This means that many hiring teams have to sift through numerous interviews before finding a candidate who wants the…

Layoffs are uncomfortable for everyone involved, not just the individual employee being let go. If your construction company has decided to lay off employees or terminate one specific worker, there are steps you can take to be respectful to the worker, as well as keep morale up, especially on a busy or stressful job site.…