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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.

Making a Difference

by Construction Executive | Jun 7, 2021
Careers | Culture | Features | People | Workforce

Pat Willburn was selected as ABC’s 2021 Craft Professional of the Year due to his dedication to the merit shop spirit, his insistence on mentorship and his mantra that motivation is equal to success.

JE Dunn’s Dan Kaufman

by Construction Executive | Jun 1, 2021
Culture | Job Interview | Nuts + Bolts | People

Dan Kaufman East Regional President JE Dunn Construction Atlanta

Diversity in Construction: Seven Tips for Successful DEI Programs

by Lisa Robinson | May 31, 2021
Careers | Diversity | Organization Culture | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

Many construction firms recently took a look at their business practices and made public commitments to improving diversity, equity and inclusion among their workforces.

The Value of Mentorship in the Construction Industry

by Dale Kopnitsky | May 30, 2021
Careers | Organization Culture | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

By pursuing opportunities for diversification, partnerships and education, construction has the ability to develop a strong group of young professionals equipped with the skills and connections to handle the changing industry for generations to come.

Managing Worker Fatigue to Enhance Construction Workers’ Mental Wellbeing

by Cal Beyer, Scott Staffon | May 28, 2021
Culture | Organization Culture | Safety | Wellness | Workforce

Worker fatigue affects jobsite culture, teamwork, safety, quality and productivity, as well as workers’ mental well-being. Contractors need a risk and safety strategy to manage fatigue and burnout.

Women in Construction Are a Competitive Advantage

by Sally Hoekstra | May 14, 2021
Careers | Diversity | Leadership | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Many of the attributes women bring to a jobsite have long been deemed assets to project delivery. Here's why gender diversity is critical to competition and how women strengthen the industry.
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