The uncertainty in commercial construction over the last few years has been significant enough that candidates may reasonably wonder whether the balance of power has shifted. Projects have been delayed. Financing has affected private development. Some markets and sectors have cooled. And when construction activity slows, the assumption is usually that more qualified people will…
For experienced commercial construction professionals, deciding whether to relocate is about more than changing jobs. It’s about finding the right opportunity, joining the right company, and building a long-term career. Across the Southeast, commercial construction continues to grow. Manufacturing facilities, healthcare campuses, higher education projects, mixed-use developments, and infrastructure improvements are creating strong demand for…
Not long ago, contractors were competing for talent within their own cities and states. Today, experienced project managers, superintendents, estimators, and executives are exploring opportunities across the Southeast, dramatically expanding the competitive landscape for employers. A superintendent in Tennessee may be interviewing with companies in Charlotte. An estimator in the Midwest may be considering opportunities…
Every contractor I talk to seems to be looking for the same thing right now. A good superintendent. The problem is everybody wants one, and there aren’t enough to go around. If you have struggled to fill a superintendent position recently, you are not alone. It’s one of the most common hiring challenges I see…
One thing I’ve noticed over the years is that many people still have the wrong idea about what a career in construction actually looks like. If you are outside the industry, construction often gets viewed as a blue-collar option. People picture hard physical work, long hours, and limited career growth. It is not usually discussed…