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Nothing is written in stone, especially when it comes to the way states interpret liability insurance. Does your construction business operate in several states? Are you thinking of expanding beyond your borders? Understanding the different interpretations of business insurance can help you lower the risk of being covered in one state, but held responsible in…

Terminating a position or letting an employee go is a task that few enjoy, be it the employee or the manager. Sometimes a worker is let go without controversy, but mass layoffs tend to be complex situations. When the dust settles, managers often ask themselves, “How could I have done that better?” Don’t wait until after a…

You don’t have to run a Fortune 500 construction company to enhance your workforce culture, especially if you’re looking to attract new employees. While stress relieving gadgets, complimentary lunches and skills training can impact morale, there are also other ways to turn on your company’s “awesome switch.” Not only will your current crew appreciate the…

With construction projects on the rise for 2015, contractors could see a surge in opportunities. However, as many of these experienced workers know, the high can only last so long. During the time when demand is low and costs are high, construction industry contractors can feel blown away. Work is not always guaranteed, and contractors…

For the past several years, the outlook on construction starts has been a mixed bag at best. Some projects, like hotels and office buildings, have risen, while others, such as residential buildings, have plateaued or even fallen. However, 2015 looks to be the year almost all construction projects will really soar. In fact, according to Dodge…

You know you nailed yesterday’s interview with that construction firm working on the new entertainment complex going up downtown. Your recent certifications really stood out and your past experience makes you an ideal candidate. Plus, you and the hiring manager bonded over your mutual love of golf, and were laughing and joking by the end…

CCS Construction Staffing ranked #8 in the Inc. 5000 article How to Reign Supreme in Queen City? Ask These 10 Fast Growing Companies. “CCS Construction brought in $13 million in sales in 2013. A provider for contractors in the Southeast, CCS is the No. 20 fastest-growing Human Resources Company on Inc.’s list and seventh in…

Have you ever found yourself staring at a stack of applications, wondering why your employees keep leaving? You’re not alone; many construction owners and job site superintendents have been there at least once. You keep bringing on new skilled workers, but in a few short months, the position is vacant again. The issue could be…

From construction sites to corporate offices, you’ve probably heard the term “open door policy” tossed around quite a bit. It seems pretty simple, right? Senior managers swing open theiroffice doorsso the staff can approach them with both job-related and interpersonal issues without fear or anxiety.However, a genuine open door policy can be pretty complex to…

Even though we’re still in the throes of winter, many human resources departments will have to start their spring cleaning early. With the possibility of an audit right around the corner, HR professionals need to conduct a complete analysis of the past year’s records to make sure there’sno chance the company could be in the…