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Groups Partner to Form BYF Virginia

by Joanna Masterson | Oct 12, 2018
Careers | Workforce

The Virginia chapters of Associated Builders and Contractors and Associated General Contractors are joining forces with Build Your Future to highlight pathways to meaningful, good-paying positions in the construction industry through work-based learning, certifications and credentials.

Attract and Retain Generation Z

Characteristics of Gen Z, such as flexibility, authenticity, social change, individuality and technology, provide a guideline for how to address their needs—and perhaps, transform the workplace for the better.

A State by State Look at the Construction Labor Shortage

A recent study explored the severity of the construction labor shortage across the states, and traced it back to the loss of young construction workers during the housing bust.

The Truth About Millennials in the Workplace

By focusing on growth, good people and transparency, companies create psychological safety for employees and are more likely to motivate, engage and retain millennials.

Ways to Communicate With and Understand Generation Z

Generation Z employees are fast learners and willing to invest time and effort in firms that are willing to invest in their professional development. With clear communication and career paths, contractors can recruit and retain these hard workers.

Raising the Bar for Project Coordinators

by Lauren Pinch | Sep 27, 2018
Careers | Leadership | Total Human Health | Workforce

At a time when the industry is eager to fill jobs and skills gaps across the board, from the office to the field, some firms are getting creative to help all types of construction employees reach the next level of leadership.

Expanding Training Operations in Ohio

by Joanna Masterson | Sep 27, 2018
Careers | Total Human Health | Workforce

With support from a TCEF grant, ABC's Central Ohio Chapter is converting 2,500 square feet of the Ohio Construction Academy into mixed-used classroom and hands-on lab space for higher-level electrical programs.

A New Hybrid Training Approach in Connecticut

by Joanna Masterson | Sep 27, 2018
Careers | Total Human Health | Workforce

This past February, the ABC Connecticut Chapter's Construction Education Center had the opportunity to move into a brand new 8,000-square-foot building in Plainville, Conn., with two didactic training rooms, two hands-on training rooms and a conference room.

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Groups Partner to Form BYF Virginia

Attract and Retain Generation Z

A State by State Look at the Construction Labor Shortage

The Truth About Millennials in the Workplace

Ways to Communicate With and Understand Generation Z

Raising the Bar for Project Coordinators

Expanding Training Operations in Ohio

A New Hybrid Training Approach in Connecticut

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