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Women- and Minority-Owned Construction Firms Prosper From Public-Private Mentor Training Programs

by Scot Bennett | Aug 4, 2021
Diversity | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Through local partnerships, AEC companies are changing the narrative and increasing capacity by mentoring companies with the work ethic and desire to grow.

Look to the Past to Recruit for the Future

by Charlie Kimmel | Jul 20, 2021
Careers | Diversity | Human Resources | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

Recruitment strategies that have helped companies in the past can provide benefits to the next chapter of construction.

New Filing Deadline for EEO-1 Component 1 Data Collection

by Karen Livingston | Jul 12, 2021
Diversity | Legal and Regulatory

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission announced that the 2019 and 2020 EEO-1 Component 1 data collection filing deadline has been extended.

Networks and Committees Cultivate Diverse Company Cultures in Construction

by Johana Godoy | Jul 7, 2021
Careers | Diversity | Human Resources | Leadership | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

In construction, where women still only make up about 10% of employees, it is important to make sure, now more than ever, that women and Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) employees feel supported by their employers.

Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Summit Pursues the Future: Unity

by Construction Executive | Jun 23, 2021
Diversity | Total Human Health | Workforce

On June 14, 2021, ABC’s Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Summit met virtually to explore the complexity of IDE in today’s world, as well as to evaluate its historical journey and sustainable future in the industry.

How Men Can Support Women in Construction

by Cheryl Black, Richard Colvin | Jun 15, 2021
Careers | Diversity | Training | Workforce

The construction industry has come a long way in how men and women work together to be successful. However, there is always room to evolve the relationship between colleagues.

The State of Women in the Construction Industry in 2021

by Lori J. Drake | Jun 8, 2021
Careers | Diversity | Leadership | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Women make up only about 10% of construction industry workers, even though they are 47% of the overall U.S. workforce. Here’s what women had to say about opportunities for advancement, being heard by their coworkers and the pay gap.

Why Military Veterans Are Smart Hires for Construction Jobs

by Kelly French | Jun 8, 2021
Careers | Diversity | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Many people with military experience have traits and qualities contractors look for in new hires: loyalty, integrity, dedication, service excellence and a focus on safety.
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