In recent years, there has been a worldwide impact on supply chains, and almost all types of industries are affected, and construction is not an exception. The drastic changes in the availability and price of construction materials have shifted the sector. Over time, this has been a recurring issue that can be difficult to deal
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) have recently been a hot topic in many industries. For multiple reasons, many businesses today are becoming more active in their efforts to hire and work closely with a diverse group of employees. In addition, business leaders are educating workforces about this topic by explaining why such efforts are necessary
Managing construction projects can be summarized in one line: “Deliver the project within budget on time.” If you’ve been in the industry for some time, you’ll realize that these two factors – time and budget – are hinged on each other. One factor cannot compromise the other, or you will end up with a project
When managing construction, a project manager aims to complete your project on time, within budget, and of the highest quality possible. As a result, keeping track of time, materials, and labor costs is the key to successful project delivery. In an article in Science Direct entitled Impact of inflation rate on construction projects budget: A review, inflation
One of the most pressing issues today in the construction industry is employee retention, and companies are finally taking notice. Recently, firms have realized that construction workforce management is more than just providing competitive wages, giving regular working hours, and keeping them in a technically safe environment to say they are making a steady living.
It is common knowledge that the construction industry is experiencing labor shortage issues. Unfortunately, this issue has been ongoing for ages. Many construction business owners need help finding the best and most skilled laborers. They have tested many ways to fill open positions, and one that works best is offering apprenticeships and OJT training. OJT
The construction industry is experiencing a labor shortage, and general contractors and project managers are scrambling to hire more people to finish their projects. Many construction company hiring managers have been looking for ways to improve how they find new employees to keep up with the rising demand. But labor shortage is more than hiring
Over the years, there has been a lot of pressure on people to get four-year degrees, leading to a significant drop in the number of students and adults who want to work in construction, leaving the industry with a labor shortage and a critical skills gap. When managing construction projects, your employees are your most
All industry has their share of challenges, but there is one common denominator that even the construction industry is having trouble with – achieving the optimal work-life balance in the workplace. Many people in the business sectors have predicted that a healthy work-life balance will be the biggest management challenge of the 21st century, and
With the signing of the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) almost two years ago, the upcoming years will be the year of reshaping the infrastructure. There will be new and bigger federal funds available for procurement, stated by Federal News Network. So, what do people in the construction industry have to do
While Artificial Intelligence (AI) is making changes to construction big time, the sector remains labor-driven. Workers are being given a compilation of tasks that are sometimes too much to handle. This is one of the many reasons why workforce scheduling is prompted and has become very important. In this blog, learn more about workforce scheduling,
In construction, there are many types of documents you’ll come across. Still, there are only a few essential documents that you need to have for your projects, regardless if it’s a 10-storey residential or a commercial complex. This set of core documents will keep you on top of your project and guide you through the
New year, but the same prevailing problem in the construction industry – labor shortage. If your company is experiencing a shortfall in construction labor or having challenges finding skilled and qualified workers, you are not alone. In spite of how fast the construction industry is growing, the flow of new manpower has been slow as
The construction sector has long been dealing with an increasingly chronic labor shortage ever since the break of the dawn. If you belong in this industry, you will experience this ongoing crisis. But the good thing is you are always there because many employers are struggling to find skilled, qualified workers to fill several open
Problem-solving is one of the most important skills for a good project manager. The construction industry is no stranger to problems and delays. It involves a million moving parts to finish a project, so there are a lot of risks and potential roadblocks that may hinder the project’s completion. In an article from Emerald Insights
