The current economy has been good to the construction industry, but the entire field is still fighting a major battle on two fronts.
The lack of both qualified labor and talented project management personnel continues to be a challenge, and it might get worse before it gets better. With recent political changes, construction companies are going to face some hurdles when it comes to staffing for their sites and offices.
Some people think technology is the key to lessening the effects of this shortage, but the truth is, the need for great people will never go away.
For recruiters in this space, some questions are front of mind: how do we develop more local talent? How do we emphasize the country’s need for more people in the trades?
The solution is to start looking for construction talent early and in places we’ve never thought to look before. In this episode, I’m joined by construction industry executive coach and leader, Eric Anderton. He shares how to address the talent shortage in construction, and how leaders in this industry can solve problems and bring out the excellence in their people.
Guest Bio
Eric Anderton has more than two decades of career and entrepreneurial business experience, alongside 25 years of public speaking, small group facilitation and one-on-one mentoring. He is a trusted leadership advisor, executive mentor and expert meeting facilitator for construction companies that range in revenue from $10 million - $1 billion. Since 2004 he has helped his clients increase profitability by clarifying their business purpose, building strategic plans, developing their best people, systematically innovating through obstacles, and executing their most important priorities. Visit https://www.constructiongenius.com/ to learn more.
About Your Host
Vince Holt is the founder and CEO of Management Recruiters of Mercer Island. With 35+ years industry experience, he is the only MRINetwork team member to win CSAM of the Year, Person of the Year and Lifetime Achievement Awards. In addition to spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren, Vince has raced motorcycles for over 50 years, winning 5 National Championships.
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