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Construction Toolbox
February is Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month
The theme for CTE Month 2015 is 'Recognizing Classroom Innovators'
CTE Month celebrates the extraordinary achievements and contributions of CTE programs, which prepare students for careers in today's economy.
Business
December Third Highest Month of Unfilled Construction Jobs Post Recession
National Association of Home Builders
While the construction industry experienced a hiring increase in December 2014, the number of unfilled position also increased slightly to 147,000
The construction industry hiring rate, as measured on a three-month moving average basis, increased in December to 5.6%, showing strength after the weakness exhibited at the start of 2014.
Business Services
Video: Common Mistakes Contractors Make When Hiring Employees
Columnist David Whitlock offers advice on adopting good hiring practices and how to hire good employees
Video: Common Mistakes Contractors Make When Hiring Employees
Business
Construction Industry Likely to Expand Headcount in 2015
Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)
Construction employment increased in 257 out of 339 metro areas between December 2013 and 2014
Business Services
[Video] How to Bring In and Hold On to New Employees
Business consultant Brad Humphrey says companies need to be prepared to orientate and train new employees early on to get them invested in the company in order to keep them from leaving the company quickly.
Video: How to Bring In and Hold On to New Employees
Business Services
How to Manage High Achievers
The Contractor's Business Coach
If you keep high achievers focused on the win-win they will produce the win-win
You must treat the high achiever differently than the rest of your staff. You need to create growth opportunities for them. You need to give them the assignments they want.
Construction Toolbox
How the Industry Can Recruit and Train the Next Generation of Construction Workers
AGC is encouragingr federal, state and local officials - and contractors - to help reinvigorate the pipeline of skilled workers
One suggestion the Associated General Contractors of America has proposed to help develop the next generation of skilled workers is offering community college career and technical programs to high school students for free.
Business Services
AGC: 80% of Construction Firms Plan to Hire in 2015
Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)
An optimistic outlook for 2015 could mean employment expanding by the most it has in a decade
Eighty percent of firms responding to a recent survey say they plan to add employees in 2015 - significantly higher than the 57% of firms that reported adding to total headcount in 2014.
Business
Worker Shortage Delays Nevada Ethanol Plant Completion
Main construction contractor Fagen Inc. reportedly having difficulty finding enough skilled workers for jobs such as pipefitting and millwork
Seal Coating
Time is on the Side of Len Riegler Blacktop
Through efficient scheduling alone, Len Riegler Blacktop, now in their 60th year, improves profit and their bottom line.
Back row left to Right-Mike Riegler, Ryan Riegler 2nd Row from top-Ron Riegler, R. J. Riegler 3rd Row-Dan Riegler Jr., Christi Riegler 4th Row-Dan Riegler Sr.
Business Services
Number of Unfilled Construction Positions Rose in November 2014
National Association of Home Builders
A total of 145,000 open construction sector jobs in November marks the third highest total of unfilled jobs in construction during the post-recession period
The construction sector hiring rate, as measured on a three-month moving average basis, declined in November to 5%, after a significant rise during the summer.
Apps
App of the Week: Snagajob for Employers
Snagajob for Employers mobile app is a new way to post hourly positions, find qualified applicants and connect with applicants to schedule interviews
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