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Too many times HR is considered a cost center. That’s because it is expensive to manage a construction company’s workforce, especially if many of your processes are still done manually. Switching to automated processes using HR software can turn your HR department into a profit center— especially when the HR software ROI is easily proven.
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If you asked HR professionals 30 years ago if they’d rehire a former employee, you’d likely hear a resounding, “NO.”
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It’s the time of year when people declare what they’re thankful for, but it can be hard to be grateful when you’re slammed at work. Achieving a healthy work/life balance can be more difficult during the holidays with increased workloads, family obligations, financial pressures and social events.
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National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) is November 17-23, 2024. It’s the tenth annual nationwide celebration, created by the Office of Apprenticeship, where employers, industry associations, labor organizations, community-based organizations, workforce partners, education providers and government leaders host events to showcase the successes and value of Registered Apprenticeships. The collective work from these partners has broadened the public awareness of Registered Apprenticeships.
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There are more than 18 million veterans living in the United States. Actively recruiting from this demographic is not only the right thing to do, but it also provides construction companies with a strategic advantage as these workers come with essential skills like discipline, problem-solving and adaptability that can help companies build an effective and productive workforce.
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Oct. 14 – 18 is Construction Inclusion Week. To highlight the importance of inclusivity in construction, Arcoro’s compliance partner, Mitratech Circa, shares its expertise about the six skills required for inclusive leadership.
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HR teams working in construction have been fighting a continual battle to hire and maintain a productive workforce. Workforce shortages have plagued the industry for the last several years, making many HR tasks incredibly challenging.
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Each year contractors experience turnover. Some established workers leave for new opportunities while others are laid off until projects start back up. The construction industry saw 150,000 workers quit in December 2023, while layoffs totaled 169,000.
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Last week much of the US experienced some of the hottest weather of the year.