Shortly after the onset of COVID-19, OSHA provided guidance to employers; while the guidance is ever-changing, contractors should remain diligent and take reasonable steps to protect employees from the hazards.
Three Keys for Developing a High-Performance Team
In today’s competitive workforce, the leaders who strategically develop their people into high performers will attract and retain top talent. This is possible by proactively creating an employee engagement strategy with intentional cross-functional training and a desired work ethic culture.
Simulation Can Help Retain Skilled Equipment Operators and Reduce the Skills Gap
The benefits of simulation-based training go beyond fuel savings and minimizing equipment wear and tear. It demonstrates an organization’s commitment to investing in human capital right from the start.
Construction Employment News: August 2020
Here’s a look at employment moves that occurred in the construction industry this month.
Get All Hands on Deck to Improve Skilled Trade Recruitment
To build an exceptional skilled trades team, construction companies need to train every employee, from the receptionist to the CEO, to understand the value of the skilled trades and contribute to their recruitment efforts. Here are a few steps that can help.
ABC Honors Student Winners of 2020 Construction Management Competition
Twenty-six teams of undergraduate students from colleges and universities nationwide put their construction project leadership skills to the test during Associated Builders and Contractors’ annual Construction Management Competition, held virtually for the first time during the week of Aug. 16, 2020.
Allowing Employees to Work From Home Positions Contractors for Success Amid COVID-19
The work-from-home model—or some hybrid form of it—will likely be one of the major positive changes to emerge from this crisis. However, it will only be successful for companies that truly value their employees and can demonstrate trust in them, while equipping them for success.
ABC Honors Student Winners of 2020 Construction Management Competition
Twenty-six teams of undergraduate students from colleges and universities nationwide put their construction project leadership skills to the test during Associated Builders and Contractors’ annual Construction Management Competition, held virtually for the first time during the week of Aug. 16, 2020.












