Why Construction Workers Quit: Top 4 Frustrations

Why Construction Workers Quit Top 4 Frustrations

The civil construction industry is built on grit, long hours, and the kind of hard work most people can’t imagine. But behind the pride and resilience, there’s a growing issue that employers can’t afford to ignore: why construction workers quit. We recently asked industry professionals a simple but important question:“What are your biggest frustrations working…

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Attrition in the U.S. Construction Industry: Challenges and Solutions

Attrition in the Construction Industry

The U.S. construction industry is grappling with increasing workforce attrition, which poses significant threats to project schedules, productivity, and long-term growth. Understanding the root causes of attrition—and how to respond—is essential to ensuring a sustainable construction workforce. Current Workforce Shortages In 2024, the U.S. construction industry required an additional 501,000 workers on top of normal…

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DBE Funding Cuts: A Turning Point for Minority Contractors?

DBE Funding Cuts A Turning Point for Minority Contractors

DBE funding cuts announced by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy could dramatically reshape the landscape for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises. The Department of Transportation (DOT) has declared it will withhold federal funding from transportation projects that include diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices. This move raises major concerns for minority-owned businesses that rely on these initiatives…

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Build Your Future: Discover the Surprising Benefits of Choosing a Career in Construction!

Choosing a Career in Construction Here’s Why It Pays Off

If you’ve chosen to work in construction—especially heavy civil—you probably already know the job comes with demanding hours. While a 40-hour workweek might be the baseline on paper, it’s not unusual for construction managers to work 60 to 80 hours a week during peak seasons, tight deadlines, or emergencies. This is particularly true in heavy…

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The Power of a Strong Employment Value Proposition

employment value proposition

In today’s competitive job market, attracting and retaining top talent is more challenging than ever. To stand out and appeal to high-quality candidates, organizations in all industries, including the heavy civil construction sector, must craft a compelling Employment Value Proposition (EVP). An effective EVP not only communicates the unique benefits of working for a company…

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