Between no-show interviewees, poor fit, one paragraph resumes, and poor fit, your hiring process may have you tearing your hair out. Whether you’re short-staffed due to turnover or you’re looking for a highly qualified pro to fill one specific niche, it’s important to focus on finding the best applicants possible. Revisit Your Requirements Sometimes your… Read More »
Is your crew complaining that they are working too many hours or coming to work exhausted? It’s crucial that you set the tone appropriately for your worker’s work-life balance. For your team to survive and thrive in the tough construction industry, you’ll need to coach your people on how to function for the long haul.… Read More »
The summer sun is here to stay: the construction season is upon us. Whether you’re in the thick of a commercial development project or you’re handling smaller contracts that come your way, you’ll need a strong summer staff to get the job done. Seasonal staffing can be a challenge for any construction company, especially with… Read More »
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… Read More »
With the construction industry reaching new heights in 2016, construction firms could see a surge in opportunities. Even then, bids are not always taken and work is never a guarantee, so businesses have to be able to survive the highs and lows with a strong budget strategy. If you aren’t already analyzing past, present and… Read More »
When it comes down to fair pay for construction jobs, contractors, superintendents and skilled workers need to know their rights. In the U.S., state and federal governments require construction industry employers to provide their workers with specific benefits. The Fair Labor Standards Act zooms in on tradesmen’s rights, ensuring that they receive overtime pay, rest… Read More »
Electricians. Plumbers. Pipefitters. Oh my. Skilled laborers with a strong work ethic can be hard to find–and also hard to keep! A recent study by EMSI found that 53% of skilled-trades professionals in the U.S. were 45 years old–or older. Put simply, the demand for these skilled workers is outpacing the supply–and it’s only going… Read More »