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The Kandahar Connection

by Maggie Murphy | Aug 3, 2022
Careers | Diversity | Features | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Houston-based MAREK has recruited more than 20 Afghan refugees, trained them as craft professionals and helped them build a good life in a new country.

Call of Duty

by Christopher Durso | Aug 3, 2022
Business | Careers | Features

AmBuild is owned by veterans, employs veterans and works on projects for veterans. The secret to the company’s success, according to its founder, is ‘a never-give-up attitude.’

Four Ways to Prepare a Workforce for Jobs in Offshore Wind

by Allison Quigney | Aug 2, 2022
Careers | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

Massive job opportunities are on the horizon for the offshore wind construction market.

Construction Employment News: July 2022

by Construction Executive | Jul 25, 2022
Careers | Leadership | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

Here’s a look at employment moves that occurred in the construction industry this month.

Three Reasons Veterans Make Great Construction Employees

by Darick Edmond, Jarrett Milligan | Jul 25, 2022
Careers | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Veterans offer a prime employment pool that can reduce the unprecedented workforce shortage.

Executive Leadership Coach: Construction Executives Can Learn From Bad Hires

by Dr. Tricia Groff | Jul 20, 2022
Careers | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

A strong team can contribute to a positive company culture, create unique ideas and help your company grow.

Three Ways to Show Employees Appreciation and Improve Retention Rates

by Pamela A. Scott | Jul 19, 2022
Careers | Human Resources | Organization Culture | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

If employees feel unappreciated, they might have one foot out the door.

Women in Construction Note Positive Changes, Lingering Problems in the Industry

by Lori J. Drake | Jul 11, 2022
Careers | Diversity | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

The future is bright for women in construction, but growth depends on careful action and strong leadership.
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