Posts Categorized: Hiring Advice
Three Things to Consider When Searching for the Best Construction Managers
Having an exceptional construction manager is essential. Without strong leadership projects face significant risks, including sub-par quality, missed deadlines and budget concerns. Here are three critical aspects to consider, when searching for an ideal construction manager. 1. Management Skills A core function of the role is to serve as a leader, overseeing construction activities and monitoring Read more »
Hiring Strategies to Implement in a Tight Labor Market
When the labor market it tight, finding qualified candidates is often difficult, regardless of the industry. Competition for skilled architects, engineers and construction professionals can be especially fierce. During times such as these, businesses need to stand out from their competitors and adjust their hiring strategies in order to source effectively. Three Recommendations When Recruiting Read more »
Guide to Hiring Contract Employees to Meet Seasonal Demand (Part 2)
Architecture, engineering and construction companies are often subject to seasonal fluctuations, and the warmer weather and longer days often lend to the start of a busier season. To manage the uptick in demand, additional workers are often required. Contract employees make the workload more manageable and give the business the opportunity to bring in work Read more »
Benefits of Employee Leasing Arrangements
When you need a skilled architecture, engineering, or construction professional to join your team, your first thought may be a permanent hire. However, if you only need them for a specific project, are unsure of ongoing demand or want to make sure the person is a good fit for your organization before extending a permanent Read more »
Guide to Hiring Contract Employees to Meet Seasonal Demand (Part 1)
Many architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) businesses experience seasonal fluctuations. It is not uncommon for demand to rise throughout the spring and summer months, and companies often need to supplement their workforce to ensure they can handle the additional business. However, bringing on permanent workers is less than ideal, especially if demand is almost guaranteed Read more »
Effective Communication to Onboard Your New Hires
When a new hire is brought on board, the goal is to ensure they become productive as soon as possible. In some cases, managers may be tempted to expedite the onboarding process as a means of having the person handle critical duties faster, but failing to cover certain details at the beginning can yield disastrous Read more »
Why Company Culture Is Important
Company culture is not just a trendy catchphrase. While in recent years the importance of it has come to the forefront, the need for a clearly defined culture is essential to ongoing business success. Why does it matter? Companies that neglect to establish and maintain a strong identity (through shared values, practices, and beliefs) face Read more »
Tips for Finding the Best Employees
Whether you need to hire a construction management professional or an architect, top talent can be difficult to find. Many companies solely rely on their HR department to source candidates. Unfortunately this approach is not always effective, and when positions remain unfilled or are filled by unqualified candidates, companies suffer; e.g. missed deadlines, higher overtime Read more »
Why is RealStreet the Right Choice?
Filling open architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) positions can take a great deal of time and energy. Ease your efforts by joining forces with RealStreet! With exclusive industry focus, extensive recruiting and AEC experience and a plethora proven processes, we have the resources needed to find top talent fast! Five Benefits of Partnering With RealStreet Before Your Read more »
How to Onboard New Employees Into Your Workforce
Hiring new employees is an exciting yet uncertain time. Whether you’re leasing a variety of construction management professionals or hiring a lead architect, adding the right talent to your team is an important aspect of business success. Furthermore, you do not want to invest time and energy sourcing the right candidates only to lose them soon Read more »