Many companies are increasing pay rates, improving benefits and using professional search firms to fill out their ranks. Others are getting more aggressive by training their way out of shortages. For some companies, that means … about Staff Up By Retraining Existing Workforce
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Forecasting Construction Labor in Canada, How the Pandemic is Impacting Office Building, and 7 Innovative Modular Projects
Catch up on what's going on in construction this week. From the most recent enhancements to Procore's Cost Management program to the state of the construction industry in the UK, we've got you covered on … about Forecasting Construction Labor in Canada, How the Pandemic is Impacting Office Building, and 7 Innovative Modular Projects
How Will Artificial Intelligence Change the Construction Industry?
Even in construction, artificial intelligence applications range from a formless networked virtual computer-dwelling brain that crunches mountains of data, to an array of data-collecting sensors, to real-live physical robots autonomously laying bricks. It’s still early … about How Will Artificial Intelligence Change the Construction Industry?
Can National Harmonisation Help Construction Thrive?
The differences in construction regulations and practitioner registration requirements between the states and territories have been a huge challenge for the Australian construction industry. A change could be on the way, however, with the release … about Can National Harmonisation Help Construction Thrive?
Gaining Real-Time Visibility Into Labor Costs
The construction industry is known for taking pride in their work. When teams--both on and off site--have clear direction on what successful goals look like, they are more likely to accomplish those goals and feel … about Gaining Real-Time Visibility Into Labor Costs
The Construction Labor Shortage: 5 Ways to Fill the Gap
By 1999, what had begun as regional and local shortages expanded nationally. “Causes of the Construction Skilled Labor Shortage and Proposed Solutions,” published by the Associated Schools of Construction, reported that 92% of national construction … about The Construction Labor Shortage: 5 Ways to Fill the Gap
How Construction Technology is Changing the Way We Build
Construction’s somewhat tricky relationship with technology has been put to the test in recent years, as increasing demands, ever-tightening margins and a shrinking labor pool have all squeezed the industry. Nevertheless, more firms than ever … about How Construction Technology is Changing the Way We Build
Subcontractor Tips for Finding and Hiring Employees
In January, construction employment rose by 36,000 with specialty construction trades accounting for 26,000 of those jobs. With all that hiring going on, there is bound to be some pain points. Here are ideas for taking … about Subcontractor Tips for Finding and Hiring Employees
Most In-Demand Construction Skills
Civil construction skills are among the most in demand, along with risk and compliance and data analysis roles, according to a recent Hays Jobs Report.
Can Technology Combat Ontario’s Labour Market Challenges
It’s well documented that the Canadian construction industry is facing labour shortages, and it will continue to do so in the foreseeable future.
