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September Construction Unemployment Rates Down in 48 States Year-Over-Year, Says ABC

by ABC | Nov 4, 2019
Careers | Economy | Total Human Health | Training | Workforce

In September, estimated not seasonally adjusted construction unemployment rates fell nationally and in 48 states and rose in two states on a year-over-year basis, according to an ABC analysis of BLS data.

Construction Employment News: October 2019

by Construction Executive | Oct 23, 2019
Careers | Human Resources | Leadership | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

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

Optimize a Workforce With Millennial, Gen X and Baby Boomer Employees

by John Fish | Oct 13, 2019
Careers | Diversity | Human Resources | Leadership | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Organizations that provide nurturing work environments and training opportunities that allow Gen Xers and Millennials to grow professionally together will thrive and become a force for positive change.

Top Five Soft Skills Necessary for Success in Today’s Construction Market

by Charlie Kimmel | Oct 9, 2019
Careers | Human Resources | Training | Workforce

Contractors put a premium on candidates with degrees in engineering or construction management and an apt for technology. But they should not lose sight of the non-technical skills that are critical to their success.

Six Ways to Combat Workforce Risks

by John Wagner | Oct 2, 2019
Risk | Risk Management | Safety | Training | Workforce

This article explores six risk management strategies construction companies should consider as they face today’s workforce challenges.

Juggling Generations: How to Manage a Diverse Workforce in 2019

by Greg Barnett | Sep 30, 2019
Careers | Diversity | Human Resources | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

With such a diverse pool of eligible workers changing the landscape of the industry, multi-generational workforce dynamics have become a prominent factor in the day-to-day work life of construction employees.

How Technology Is Changing the Way Equipment Operators Are Trained

by Drew Carruthers | Sep 26, 2019
Equipment | Heavy Equipment | Tools | Training | Workforce

Today’s operating engineers carry the equivalent of hundreds of libraries in their hip pocket, giving them more access to information than ever. As time goes on, it will become more accurate to think of today’s operator as tomorrow’s system engineer.

Construction Employment News: September 2019

by Construction Executive | Sep 23, 2019
Careers | Leadership | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

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