Tag: labor shortage

How to Attract Construction Workers to Your Company

The construction industry has been reeling from a labor shortage for years, leaving project managers competitively bidding for employees. The businesses capable of attracting the best craftsmen inevitably come out on top. Top-tier talent leads to higher quality work, greater productivity, better reputation, and increased customer satisfaction. Unfortunately, many project managers are still relying on … Continue reading "How to Attract Construction Workers to Your

4 Ways to Improve Your Chances of Getting Hired in the Construction Industry

Many craftsmen are looking for ways to reinvent themselves professionally. Just because there’s a labor shortage in the industry doesn’t mean you won’t have to compete for those coveted top spots. It’s all about making yourself as valuable as possible to potential employees. Of course, there are a few industry secrets that make it easier … Continue reading "4 Ways to Improve Your Chances of Getting Hired in the Construction

How Project Managers Can Overcome Labor Shortages: 4 Key Strategies

It’s no secret. The construction industry is facing a worsening shortage of talent brought on by a confluence of issues including an aging workforce, lack of interest among younger professionals, and increasing demand for construction projects. Here, we’ll look at some ways project managers can overcome these labor challenges to continue growing their business into … Continue reading "How Project Managers Can Overcome Labor Shortages: 4 Key

Productivity, Safety, & Quality: How to Balance All Three on the Jobsite

The construction industry is faced with pressures and obstacles that other sectors don’t have to worry about. From strict federal and state regulations to an alarming labor shortage, leaders in the field have a lot on their plates. When managing a construction project, you’re constantly trying to juggle different responsibilities that sometimes seem at odds … Continue reading "Productivity, Safety, & Quality: How to Balance All Three on the

Can’t Find Talent in the Construction Industry? Here Are 3 Reasons Why.

One of the toughest challenges facing construction employers is finding the right talent. There’s nothing more frustrating than having lucrative projects lined up and struggling to recruit the team needed to deliver on the job. If this sounds like something you’ve experienced before, you’re not alone. It’s a common struggle for employers in the construction … Continue reading "Can’t Find Talent in the Construction Industry? Here Are 3 Reasons

Ways to Overcome Rising Costs and Labor Shortage Without Sacrificing Quality

The labor shortage in the trades has increased costs and prolonged building projects for many of our clients. Increases in material costs have only aggravated the problem for the construction industry, making profit margins narrow even further. This is largely due to an increase in energy costs, as well as tariffs on raw materials. Being … Continue reading "Ways to Overcome Rising Costs and Labor Shortage Without Sacrificing