Construction’s biggest staffing struggles for 2024
Construction’s labor struggles will continue in 2024, and it’s not just due to the number of new jobs set to break ground. The reasons for a lack of skilled applicants this year are many. For instance, even as the industry’s workforce ages, it fails to draw in new workers to train. Hard-to-reach jobsites create challenges for workers in need of transportation or childcare, and some craftworkers fail drug tests, making them
ineligible for work.
Federal funding for major infrastructure and manufacturing projects is flowing, leading to a boom in those critical sectors. Nonetheless, as money rolls in for those projects, it only highlights the ongoing labor shortage and creates more challenges to staffing, said Justin Bruce, executive vice president of Bruce & Merrilees, a New Castle, Pennsylvania-based project management and engineering firm for electrical and communication installations.
Crafting a Distinctive Brand Story in Construction
In the bustling construction industry, standing out is a necessity. Your potential clients and employees face a myriad of choices, and without a distinctive brand story, your firm might just blend into the background. This post explores the power of storytelling in construction and how it can elevate your brand beyond the ordinary.READ MORE
Top Stories in Construction for 2023 In an era marked by significant changes in the manufacturing landscape, the
construction industry is grappling with a notable surge in demand for skilled labor. This trend is particularly pronounced in key manufacturing states such as Arizona, Ohio, New York, and Texas, where a resurgence in onshoring activities is underway. READ
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