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Construction Employment News: April 2021

by Jessica Porter | Apr 27, 2021
Careers | Human Resources | Leadership | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

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

Mentorship for Women Leads to Success in Construction

by Jacki Valdez | Apr 20, 2021
Careers | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

With determination and the right mentorship support, women can set the course for building a fulfilling, long-term career in the construction industry.

Why More Young Women Should Pursue Careers in Construction

by Ellen Mair | Apr 16, 2021
Careers | Diversity | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Through awareness and more partnership opportunities, contractors can connect with women of every age to bring them on board and provide a fulfilling career in construction.

Find the Right New Hire by Using a Staffing Agency

by Spruill Alexander | Apr 15, 2021
Careers | Human Resources | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

In most cases, companies only hire the best fit 50% of the time because they often never test drive the new employee before placing them on their payroll. But a good staffing company can raise that percentage.

ABC: The Construction Industry Needs to Hire an Additional 430,000 Craft Professionals in 2021

by ABC | Apr 15, 2021
Careers | Economy | Recruitment | Retention | Total Human Health | Workforce

In 2021, construction companies will need to hire 430,000 more workers than they employed in 2020, according to an analysis of BLS data by ABC. The analysis also revealed that every $1 billion in extra construction spending generates an average of at least 5,700 construction jobs.

Five Objectives for Construction Leaders Before Retirement

by Pamela A. Scott | Apr 6, 2021
Careers | Human Resources | Leadership | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

There are five critical objectives construction leaders should prepare for five to 10 years before retirement if they want to finish strong and create momentum in the company that will extend for generations.

How Women Can Overcome Challenges to Working in Male-Dominated Industries

by Ladi Goldwire | Mar 30, 2021
Careers | Diversity | Organization Culture | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

With more groundbreaking women chipping away at gendered norms and leveling the playing field, the construction industry is taking bigger steps at becoming a more diverse and inclusive space for future generations.

Bad Interviews Can Prevent Contractors From Making Key Hires

by Billy Doubraski | Mar 29, 2021
Careers | Human Resources | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

For stressed and busy hiring managers, the interview process is one of the responsibilities that suffers. By putting in the effort and treating every interview as a top priority, managers can open up doors to top talent across the market.
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