It's up to construction company executives to figure out new ways to get young adults and recent graduates excited about construction as a possible career, and modeling successful outreach programs and partnerships can be a great start.
How to Spot Human Trafficking in the Construction Industry
Construction companies can identify possible labor trafficking and modern-day slavery by understanding points of vulnerability, including recruitment, H2-2B visas, and subcontracting and small-scale businesses.
Recruiting Alone Won’t Overcome the Construction Industry’s Biggest Challenge
Exposing younger generations to construction technology and educating them on the professional, financial and personal merits of working in construction will help curb the labor shortage.
The Cost of a Drug-free Workplace Program—and the Expensive Risk of Forgoing One
Employers can improve the lives of employees and protect their assets by creating a drug-free workplace program. A well-defined program is more cost-effective than treating substance abuse problems on a case-by-case basis.
Avoiding Discriminatory Hiring Practices
Employers should ensure hiring practices comply with the Immigration and Nationality Act. I-9 practices should be consistent and applicants should not be treated differently based on status or national origin.
Overcoming a Short Stint on a Résumé
As long as a candidate is honest and direct about their work history and can explain their job changes, companies should be willing to move past quick stops and focus on what really matters: skills, work ethic and proper motivation.
Skilled Labor Shortage Implications for Construction Companies
The labor shortage has far-reaching ramifications for worker safety and construction quality, both of which could adversely impact a company’s bottom line if investments are not made to address the issue.
Tools to Help Address Work-Related Mental Illness and Suicide
Workers in the construction industry are six to seven times more likely to die by suicide than from jobsite accidents. There are a number of tools employers can use to create a mentally healthier work environment.











