Resources for Hiring Managers Videos
The Crucial Importance of Developing an End of Year Hiring Plan for Your Construction or Engineering Business
As the year comes to a close, construction firms have a prime opportunity to reflect on past successes and challenges while planning for the year ahead. For companies in the heavy civil and infrastructure sectors, this period is crucial for evaluating annual goals, succession planning, and ensuring that the right talent is in place to…
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5 Essentials of a Strong Hiring Message in the Heavy Civil Construction Industry
In today’s competitive construction labor market, attracting skilled and loyal talent is becoming harder than ever. Contractors across the heavy civil sector—whether focused on bridge, highway, or infrastructure projects—are all facing the same challenge: candidates have more options, and they’re paying close attention to the companies that communicate clearly, consistently, and honestly. A uniform hiring…
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Construction Hiring Strategies: 6 Proven Ways to Boost Candidate Engagement by 500%
In today’s competitive heavy civil construction market, many companies are struggling to attract qualified candidates. Job postings fall flat, applicant volume is low, and engagement continues to drop. But the problem isn’t the candidates—it’s the message. The most successful construction companies aren’t just posting jobs; they’re communicating a compelling reason for people to join their…
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Top 4 Hiring Mistakes in Construction (and How to Avoid Them)
Success in construction depends on one thing above all else — hiring the right people. With strict deadlines, safety requirements, and high-stakes projects on the line, having reliable, skilled professionals can make or break a company’s success. Yet even the most experienced hiring managers in the construction industry can make costly missteps that lead to…
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Q3 2025 Civil Construction Confidence Dips Amid Tariffs, Shutdown & Global Tensions
After a strong first half of 2025, optimism in the civil construction industry has cooled heading into Q4. According to our latest Heavy Civil Resource Consultants (HCRC) Market Confidence Poll, the sentiment among civil construction professionals reflects growing caution and uncertainty across the market. The Numbers: Post-Q3 Confidence Poll We asked civil construction professionals across…
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Is Your Recruiter Really the Problem? Or Is It Your Company’s Hiring Strategy?
If you’ve ever felt frustrated by your recruiter’s results, you’re not alone. Many construction firms assume that when a position goes unfilled or candidates aren’t the right fit, the recruiter must not be doing their job. But the truth is often far more complex — and much closer to home. In many cases, it’s not…
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The Costly Mistake of Bringing a Hard-Bid Mentality to Hiring
In construction, the hard bid is everywhere. Especially on publicly funded projects, the lowest price usually wins the job. That’s just the way the system works. But here’s the problem: too many companies bring that same “lowest price wins” mentality into their hiring process. And when it comes to people, that approach doesn’t just backfire—it…
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Mastering Time Management to Boost Productivity in Civil Construction
If you’ve ever felt like there’s just not enough time in the day to get everything done on a construction site, you’re not alone. In civil construction, managing time isn’t optional—it’s one of the most critical survival skills you can develop as a leader. Projects are complex, schedules are tight, and unexpected challenges pop up…
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Construction Employer Brand: How to Attract Top Talent
In today’s competitive labor market, high pay and new equipment alone aren’t enough to attract skilled professionals. The real differentiator? Your construction employer brand. Your employer brand is how current and potential employees perceive your company. It’s what makes your team want to stay—and what makes others want to join. Below are 12 critical elements…
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Why Compelling Construction Job Offers Matter More Than Ever
In today’s ultra-competitive construction job market, crafting compelling construction job offers is no longer optional—it’s essential. Gone are the days when a job post and a handshake were enough to attract top-tier candidates. The most sought-after professionals are already employed, and to move them, employers need more than just a modest salary bump. A recent…
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