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The State of Labor in Construction: Now and Looking Forward

by Sloan Roseberry | Jan 17, 2020
Careers | Human Resources | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

As the state of work shifts with employment trends, the industry needs to reassess outdated methods for cultivating a workforce. Creativity and a focus on problem-solving in the long term are essential.

The Surprising Secret to Attracting and Retaining Great Talent

by Matt Tenney | Jan 14, 2020
Careers | Organization Culture | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

In this modern economy, the only true long-term differentiator is the workplace culture of a company. The best companies know that culture equals cash, so they invest time and energy in cultivating a culture in which great people want to work.

Move Beyond the Ratio and Embrace Diversity

by Michelle Frye | Jan 9, 2020
Careers | Diversity | Human Resources | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Progress is hard and sometimes messy but, by leaning into friction, the construction industry will advance and reap the many benefits of diversity and inclusion. Be brave, take the first step and embrace the challenge.

Five Ways to Attract and Retain Talent for General Contractors

by Caroldean Ross | Jan 6, 2020
Careers | Human Resources | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

In such a tight job market, general contractors are finding themselves competing for top talent and are increasingly seeking ways to attract and retain the best workers. Here are some ways general contractors can gain an edge in the war for talent.

Pre-Employment Testing: The Hiring Practice Construction Companies Should Implement

by Michael Alberico | Dec 17, 2019
Human Resources | Recruitment | Workforce

A pre-employment screening procedure is an essential step for all construction employers to take to protect their workers, the general public and the company itself.

Construction Employment News: December 2019

by Construction Executive | Dec 17, 2019
Careers | Leadership | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

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

Expanding NCCER Curriculum and Testing to Colleges and Technical Schools Is a Win for Construction

by Tom Underhill | Dec 13, 2019
Careers | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

More than 6,000 training and assessment locations are accredited through NCCER—with more technical schools and community colleges joining that group every year. However, those numbers must increase if the country is to grow and advance its construction industry workforce.

Nonresidential Construction Continues to Add Jobs, Says ABC

by ABC | Dec 9, 2019
Careers | Economy | Recruitment | Retention | Total Human Health | Workforce

The construction industry added 10,000 net new jobs in October, according to an ABC analysis of data released by the BLS. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has expanded by 148,000 jobs, or 2%.
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