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Paving the Way to Managing Workers’ Compensation Claim Costs

by Amanda Conley | Aug 24, 2021
Careers | Risk Management | Workforce

A comprehensive light-duty program is a tried-and-true method for controlling workers’ compensation costs. While the construction industry may not generate many inherently light-duty positions, many work restrictions can be accommodated with a little creativity.

Construction Employment News: August 2021

by Construction Executive | Aug 24, 2021
Careers | Leadership | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

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

Recruiting Women Can Solve the Skilled Workforce Shortage

by Christy Crook | Aug 18, 2021
Careers | Diversity | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

With workers in high demand, now is the time for more women to join the industry. A recent survey found nearly eight in 10 women in construction love their jobs. Despite these findings, only 10.9% of construction employees are women.

Creating a Sense of Urgency Is Beneficial During the Hiring Process

by Colby McCoy | Aug 18, 2021
Careers | Human Resources | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

Employers and job-seekers are still learning how to navigate this new normal. Fortunately, many contractors are finding success with the simple strategy of creating a sense of urgency throughout the hiring process.

Now Is the Time for More Women to Break Ground in Construction

by Melissa Uribes | Aug 12, 2021
Careers | Diversity | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

As construction companies recruit more women who bring new skill sets into the field, now is the time for the industry to take notice and for women to take charge. Here are five areas that can help narrow the gender gap in construction.

Get to Know Jamie Vanek, Vice President, Turner Strategic Technologies

by Construction Executive | Aug 12, 2021
Careers | Culture | People | Workforce

Jamie Vanek Vice President Turner Strategic Technologies  Norfolk, Virginia What qualities make a woman in construction successful? Clear communication and grit are essential to make it in this industry. Women have to work harder to [...]

FLSA Provisions Provide Guidance of Construction Employee Classification on Jobsites

by Brian Peterson | Aug 9, 2021
Business | Business Development | Careers | Human Resources | Project Management | Workforce

Construction executives should familiarize themselves with the factors courts take into consideration when determining whether a particular group of workers could be considered employees of their company for FLSA purposes.

Three Strategies to Prepare the Construction Workforce for 21st-Century Jobs

by Celeste Frye | Aug 9, 2021
Careers | Training | Workforce

Now more than ever, construction firms need to train their workers in the latest technology, rules and regulations
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