Culture

How Contractors Can Prevent Fraud in Their Workforce

Fraud cases in construction cost almost twice as much and last longer than fraud cases in other industries. Here are a few ways contractors can protect their businesses from employee fraud.

Bridging the Gap Between Old and New Schools of Construction

By embracing the strengths and weaknesses of all generations working in construction, construction companies can ensure they have the adequate skilled manpower to lead construction projects successfully.

Understanding the Challenges of Recruiting New Workers to the Construction Industry

A recent study found most contractors believe the industry is widely misunderstood by those outside of it, which hampers efforts to draw people into careers in construction.

Five Ways Construction Companies Can Work More Closely With Students

It's up to construction company executives to figure out new ways to get young adults and recent graduates excited about construction as a possible career, and modeling successful outreach programs and partnerships can be a great start.

Key Traits to Look for When Expanding the Management Team

by Joanna Masterson | Jun 6, 2019
Careers | Culture | Total Human Health

Three industry veterans share their insights on what to prioritize when hiring new candidates.

Building Stronger Communities With More Than Bricks and Mortar

by Maggie Murphy | Jun 5, 2019
Community | Culture

Hensel Phelps aims to become part of the communities it serves, working together with friends and neighbors to enrich the lives of those around them, and make improvements that will remain long after a project is complete.

Find the Correlation Between Company Culture and Profitability

Most construction companies are pretty average, but average is not a retention strategy. Creating a great culture might be the best profit strategy.

The Cost of a Drug-free Workplace Program—and the Expensive Risk of Forgoing One

by Brandon Coffee | May 22, 2019
Business | Careers | Human Resources | Organization Culture

Employers can improve the lives of employees and protect their assets by creating a drug-free workplace program. A well-defined program is more cost-effective than treating substance abuse problems on a case-by-case basis.

The Business of Construction

Business

Workforce

Safety

Risk

Legal & Regulatory

Markets

Technology

Equipment

SECTIONS

TOP LISTS

MAGAZINE

RESOURCES

CONSTRUCTION EXECUTIVE

Culture

How Contractors Can Prevent Fraud in Their Workforce

Bridging the Gap Between Old and New Schools of Construction

Understanding the Challenges of Recruiting New Workers to the Construction Industry

Five Ways Construction Companies Can Work More Closely With Students

Key Traits to Look for When Expanding the Management Team

Building Stronger Communities With More Than Bricks and Mortar

Find the Correlation Between Company Culture and Profitability

The Cost of a Drug-free Workplace Program—and the Expensive Risk of Forgoing One

Related Content

Study Shows Nonunion Construction Workers Built the GOP Coalition

New Names and Faces: April 2026

Built to Last: ABC 2026 Contractor of the Year Coakley & Williams Construction

A New Vision for Safety: Construction Safety Week’s Five-Year Plan

New Names and Faces: January 2026

Willmar Electric Service’s David Chapin

Sections

Top Lists

Magazine

Resources

Construction Executive

The Business of Construction

SECTIONS

TOP LISTS

MAGAZINE

RESOURCES

CONSTRUCTION EXECUTIVE

NEWSLETTERS

Culture

Related Content

Recommended For You

Sections

Top Lists

Magazine

Resources