Breaking into the construction industry is very much like finding your way into any new industry. You’ll have to gain experience before you can climb the ladder, but with so many demands for those [...]
You see it all around you: new construction. It happens all over the country in every state and every city. A new office building goes up downtown, a new apartment complex is completed nearby, a [...]
With construction costs skyrocketing, builders are looking for ways to build quality structures and keep their overhead low. One way to keep expenses down is to hire a labor productivity consultant.
Many across the industry are taking a look at the landscape and wondering how to stay competitive while keeping the cost of labor low. In today’s climate, your best bet is in finding the right [...]
When you learn and hone your skills in construction, it is not job-specific. Sure, you may need to learn specific tasks or procedures for certain projects, but by and large, the “tools” you carry on [...]
Looking for a job can be a really tough and tiring experience. First of all, you may not be aware of all the places jobs are listed and how to find the work you want. If you do find listings that [...]
Are you nearing the end of temporary work assignment? When a temp assignment ends it can start to feel a bit precarious at times. If you have your next assignment lined up you may feel a sense of [...]
Being able to move at the speed of business, and accommodate for fluctuations in demand, is essential for construction industry professionals. At a time when labor shortages are leaving companies [...]
Many industries experience seasonal fluctuations and peaks and valleys in terms of demand. For construction professionals, the ability to adjust to these changes is nothing short of mission-critical. [...]
The skilled trades are hot. These professionals are increasingly in demand, and there are no signs of this letting up anytime soon. Entering into the trades is an excellent way to start earning [...]
