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Addressing the Mental-Health Crisis in Construction Requires a Two-Pronged Approach

by Lauren Lazar | Dec 8, 2021
Careers | Training | Wellness | Workforce

For contractor that want to remain competitive, addressing physical and mental health must be a priority. Working with experienced onsite medical experts can help construction executives achieve the healthy worksite culture needed for optimal results.

Updates Made to the COVID-19 Workplace Safety Guidance for Federal Contractors

by Brian Hendrix, Tom O’Day, Barbara Grandjean, Thomas Godar, Michael Schrier | Dec 8, 2021
Careers | Workforce

There are new developments regarding the federal contractor COVID-19 mandate as of Nov. 10, 2021. The most important is that the deadline for compliance appears to have been pushed back from Dec. 8, 2021, to Jan. 18, 2022.

How the Construction Industry Can Better Support Hispanic Workers

by Francisco Ramirez | Dec 8, 2021
Careers | Diversity | Training | Workforce

These steps offer an excellent starting point for bridging the divide between Hispanics and their non-Hispanic peers in order to build a strong, diverse community of workers from all backgrounds.

Case Study: Develop Training and Mentorship Programs to Maintain a Strong Labor Pool

by Bob Kramer | Nov 30, 2021
Careers | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

As construction activity throughout the country, the need for a larger labor pool is becoming greatly exacerbated. Mentorship programs provide opportunities for individuals to learn what kind of employment opportunities exist in construction.

Implementing Innovative Technology Can Attract Workers and Bridge the Skilled Labor Gap

by Rory San Miguel | Nov 30, 2021
Careers | Human Resources | Organization Culture | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

Younger employees are looking to work on the cutting edge of technology. The construction industry has a prime opportunity to capitalize on innovations to modernize their workforce and help alleviate the ongoing labor shortage.

#CEPhotoContest: Showcase Your Workforce, Technology and Diversity

by Construction Executive | Nov 29, 2021
Careers | Culture | Total Human Health | Training

Join Construction Executive in showing what it’s like to work in today’s building sector by submitting a photo in one of three categories: diversity, workforce and equipment/technology.

Three Things Leaders Must Understand for a Successful Handoff to the Next Generation

by Pamela A. Scott | Nov 18, 2021
Careers | Leadership | Training | Workforce

Leaders should learn to be successful from other leaders. Here is some advice from top executives.

Construction Employment News: November 2021

by Construction Executive | Nov 17, 2021
Careers | Leadership | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

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