For the next installment of our blog series on controlling construction costs, we’re talking expert estimation. Outside of your workers and keeping them safe, the most important thing to pay attention to during a construction project is the capital. Managing your money is critical to An accurate and educated cost assessment before a project begins… Read More »
Posts Tagged: Construction Industry Staffing Experts
Is Friendly Competition the Key to a Productive Jobsite?
Some bosses try to motivate with love; others with fear. If you are making an effort to be the most effective leader possible, it’s important to ensure you’re getting through to your team. Think about what works for you, and what you’ve seen succeed in practice. Today, we’re taking a look at one option: good… Read More »
Top 5 Career Podcasts You Should Be Listening To
If you’re looking for a job but lacking inspiration, try something new: a career-focused podcast that can help you focus your career goals. To explore podcasts that can assist you in a great work experience, check out our top five picks. Ask a Manager To learn more about everyday office issues, try listening to Ask… Read More »
How To Evaluate Candidate Referrals When Hiring
Referral programs can be terrific for employers. When you’ve got a great staff providing hiring suggestions, selecting candidates becomes much simpler. However, it puts you in a tough position. Can you trust your staff to refer the best people for the job? Here’s how you can evaluate potential hires when referred by your team. Evaluate… Read More »
Top Traits to Look For in a Great Boss
On the job hunt? We all know that getting a position is all about finding the right fit. But sometimes that match is less about the specific role and more about who you’ll report to. Here are our top traits you should seek in a boss. Active Listener As an employee, you need a supervisor… Read More »
Why You Should Consider Relocating For a Work Opportunity
Relocation is an opportunity afforded to a worker for many different reasons. Whether your company is moving or you’re being assigned elsewhere, it’s important to evaluate all perspectives. Additionally, you may be considering relocation because you’ve been offered a new position, or you may be expanding your job search to find a new position in… Read More »
5 Ways a Staffing Firm Increases Your Company’s Productivity
If you’re a manager looking to maximize your company’s potential, you know the importance of teaming up with valuable partners. At CCS Construction Staffing, we know the challenges of the industry and are ready to help you focus on the work that matters. Here are five ways a staffing firm… Read More »
How Can You Control Construction Project Costs
Overwhelmed by costs? We understand the struggle of trying to perfect the bidding balancing act. You want to pitch a great bid that wins over your client, but it can be difficult to keep costs low throughout a project. Once the work begins, managing cash flow can seem overwhelming. Here’s how you can deliver high… Read More »
How to Work Around the Labor Shortage
Demand for commercial construction projects is high, but the labor market starts looking pretty picked over in July. Since the recession, it’s been challenging for many managers to recruit qualified workers. Not enough millennials are entering the field to replace retiring baby boomers. If you’re looking to fully equip your construction workforce for future projects,… Read More »
Construction Bidding Best Practices for Commercial Work
In the commercial construction world, the best bid wins. You need to be careful as you calculate costs and the value of your specialized workers to pitch for a job. There’s no right way to bid on commercial gigs, but we can share our top methods that will work for your organization. Bidding is all… Read More »