Think of some excuse you have used (or heard others use) for not wearing your eye protection: they are not comfortable; they are dirty; they fogged up, you were going to be doing a hazardous task for just a few seconds and did not want to stop and put them on . . . While… Read More »
Did you recently begin a new job and want to start off on the right foot? One way to make sure the transition is smooth for you, your coworkers and your new managers is to work to gain their trust. Perhaps you’re not starting a new job at all, but need to recover from a… Read More »
Jeff Telmanik is our February Employee of the month! Jeff is our Mechanical Recruiter for Raleigh and Eastern North Carolina. He was recognized by his peers as someone who always gets the job done, someone that is easy to get along with, and an inspiration to us all! Jeff embodies what it means to be a leader, a… Read More »
Labor issues in the construction industry can be complex and pervasive. The cost of high turnover is especially jagged when it comes at a crucial time in the project’s duration. On the other hand, a shortage of skilled workers can prevent a project from even staring. When employees leave – either because you fired them… Read More »
Every job site supervisor or project manager knows that it only takes on individual employee to alter the overall function and workflow on any construction project. That’s why it’s important to make sure you show the hiring team that you are the best fit for the job, and that starts with the resume. Since electricians… Read More »
You rarely get a second chance to make a good impression. Job site managers and construction foremen judge you from the moment you pick up a drill or a ladder. And they aren’t the only ones. Your co-workers will make their own decisions about the quality of your work the first time they work along… Read More »
One major contributor to employee burnout is boredom. When you aren’t being challenged in your job, your job satisfaction and motivation can plummet. When you lack stimulation or meaning in your job, it could be a sign that you are ready for something more, a sign that it is time for you to move up… Read More »
It’s likely your company saw many changes in 2015, and your workforce may be struggling to try and keep up. Your carpenters and brick layers aren’t the only ones with sinking morale. Your general laborers have been running night and day, trying to keep up with the new jobs. As you look at your payroll… Read More »
Effective performance evaluation is one of the most valuable tools in a job site supervisor’s toolbox. When an employee performs poorly, you want to provide effective feedback right away to avoid this behavior turning into a habit. Plus, providing feedback can help you track project progress, individual job growth and a trajectory for your company’s… Read More »