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Four Ways to Beat the Skilled Worker Shortage

Fighting the worker shortage in construction is proving difficult for employers across the country. By making the positive changes needed to help their businesses stand out, contractors will be positioning themselves for success in years to come.

Focus on Preventive Care to Reduce Workers’ Compensation Claims

With the right delivery model and plans, the costs to provide benefits would be a fraction of those associated with increases in workers’ compensation premiums.

Streamline and Improve the Hiring Process With an Applicant Tracking System

Applicant tracking systems can help contractors reduce manual work related to hiring by automatically sharing new job postings on top career sites, searching for a specific group of construction workers and sending candidates personalized emails about new job opportunities.

Contractors Must Step Up and Address Workforce Shortages

To drive change, the construction industry must collectively be a positive force in addressing negative stereotypes and pushing for solutions to increase employee retention and recruitment.

Construction Employment News: October 2018

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

Partner With Higher Education Facilities to Build a Robust Pipeline of Craft Workers

by Charley Royce | Oct 15, 2018
Careers | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

With unemployment at a 17-year low, U.S. employers find it increasingly difficult to find skilled craft workers with the technical know-how to do a good job. Some contractors are partnering with local colleges to encourage young people to develop the skills the industry desperately needs.

Industry Challenges and Investments Reflect Talent Shortage

by Joanna Masterson | Oct 15, 2018
Careers | Recruitment | Retention | Workforce

With 42 percent of organizations experiencing a talent shortage, according to Teletrac Navman’s 2018 Telematics Benchmark Report, construction businesses are taking action by increasing pay, offering better benefits and providing flexible work arrangements.

Four Ways Diversity Will Save the Construction Industry

By recruiting women and minorities, construction companies will not only be able to hire more talent-they’ll be able to hire smarter. Promoting diversity in the industry opens the doors to greater employee engagement, business innovation and performance, and is a strong solution for ensuring future success.

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Four Ways to Beat the Skilled Worker Shortage

Focus on Preventive Care to Reduce Workers’ Compensation Claims

Streamline and Improve the Hiring Process With an Applicant Tracking System

Contractors Must Step Up and Address Workforce Shortages

Construction Employment News: October 2018

Partner With Higher Education Facilities to Build a Robust Pipeline of Craft Workers

Industry Challenges and Investments Reflect Talent Shortage

Four Ways Diversity Will Save the Construction Industry

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