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Industry Surveys Highlight the State of Women in Construction

Construction Junkie

While the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) most recent data cites that women only account for 10.9% Discrimination and Harassment The Levelset survey also highlighted discrimination against and harassment of women in the workplace due to their gender. courtesy of NAWIC/Safe Site Check In.

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More Women Are Leaving the Construction Industry With Reports of Sexism

Pro Builder

How workplace discrimination is turning away a major segment of trade employees. In 2020, women accounted for only 10.9% More Women Are Leaving the Construction Industry With Reports of Sexism. Mon, 11/22/2021 - 09:38.

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These 5 essential traits in your team are the secret to a successful construction project

Fieldwire

Be accountable: Mistakes are inevitable in construction projects. Be accountable for your shortcomings and act on them quickly. Mutual respect Respecting another person includes acknowledging their talents and abilities, and not discriminating against them because of their race or social background.

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Subcontractor Insurance: 7 Policies Subs Should Consider for Their Business

Levelset

It helps cover legal costs if an employee files a lawsuit related to wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination, and breach of employment contract, among other claims. For electronic recordkeeping, bookkeeping, and accounting, cyber insurance is a must-have. Cyber insurance.

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Seven Traits of Profitable Specialty Contractors

Fieldwire

This might include current hardware and software for project management and accounting, mobile devices for communication, and sensors to monitor equipment performance and usage. These firms also have clear policies prohibiting harassment, discrimination and other harmful practices. Consistent Contracting Practices.

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Why Projects Fail

Job Order Contracting

The key to consistent delivery of successful projects therefore lies in the ability to account for and/or manage variations as they occur. The ability to successfully account for and manage change during a project lies in an organization’s leadership and level of maturity relative to its strategies, processes, goals, and resources.

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What Should a New Employee Do for the First Week?

ExactHire - Construction

Compliance deals with the documents required for the new employee as well as the necessary safety and anti-discrimination training. Make sure IT sets up all necessary accounts and logins. These objectives are related to the Four C’s of onboarding: compliance, clarification, culture, and connection.