Donald Trump and the Construction Industry

Donald Trump and the Construction Industry

The recent presidential election saw Donald Trump defeat Kamala Harris to reclaim the Oval Office. As his administration begins, the heavy civil construction industry is evaluating how Trump’s return might shape infrastructure investment, labor availability, and market trends. Construction Industry Sentiment Post-Election Late Q3 2024 polling revealed cautious optimism within the civil construction sector: 22%…

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End of Q3 2024 Civil Construction Market Confidence Poll Results 

Civil Construction Market

Prior to the 2024 Presidential election, we conducted our End-of-Q3 Civil Construction Market Confidence Poll. Let’s take a look at the results and compare them to the previous quarter and the poll we ran this time last year. Watch: After Q2, What is Your Outlook on the Civil Construction Market? Hi, I’m Taylor Maurer, Founder…

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2 Minute Tuesday: Are You Sabotaging Your Career? The Hidden Risks of Using Job Offers to Negotiate Salary

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Hi, I’m Taylor Mauer, Founder and Senior Managing Partner at Heavy Civil Resource Consultants. Today, I want to dive into a topic that’s important but often misunderstood: Why you should never use an offer from another company to leverage a higher salary from your current employer. Now, before you even think about looking at other…

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How to Setup Your Company’s Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program Guide

What is an Employee Referral Program? An employee referral program is a structured method for sourcing new hires through recommendations from existing employees. These referrals often result in quicker, more cost-effective hires and offer benefits such as increased employee engagement and higher retention rates. Successful referral programs typically offer a bonus as a reward when…

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Two Minute Tuesday: Mastering Remote Interviews: Essential Tips for Telephone and Video Success

Best Practices for Phone and Video interviews

Telephone interviews have been common for since shortly after Thomas Edison invented the telephone.  Now many interviewers prefer a video interview over a phone interview as a more interactive way to engage candidates at the beginning of the interview process. Let’s explore some best practices for conducting telephone and video interviews. Hi, I’m Taylor Mauer,…

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Top 5 Mistakes You Will Make in Trying to Acquire Top Construction Talent

Top 5 Mistakes You Will Make in Trying to Acquire

In today’s competitive construction industry, acquiring top talent is crucial for your company’s success. However, many firms struggle with common pitfalls that hinder their hiring efforts. In this article, Taylor Mauer, Founder and Senior Managing Partner at Heavy Civil Resource Consultants, shares insights on the top five mistakes companies make when trying to attract top…

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