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Behind the Build: Interview with Maggie Farrell, Diversity & HR Manager at S. M. Wilson & Co.

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For these reasons (and so much more), construction businesses must focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) and ensure that every employee feels included and represented. Our areas of expertise are education, retail, healthcare, and commercial projects. Maggie Farrell , Diversity & HR Manager at S. Wilson & Co.

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Breaking Down Perceptions in the Construction Industry

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In this article, we explore how construction professionals, educators, skilled trade professionals, and innovators are helping to change perspectives of the industry. The 2020 outlook report from the Association of General Contractors of America found that 81% of contractors are finding it difficult to fill positions. .

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“Once-in-a-Generation” Opportunity for Women in Construction: Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act

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The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) is a “once-in-a-generation” investment in America’s national infrastructure. With this plan, the goal is to rebuild many of the bridges, rails, and roads throughout the country to improve the overall infrastructure across America.

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We Analyzed 600+ Construction Job Listings for Gender Bias: What We Found Surprised Us

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The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and Autodesk also recently launched the Construction Diversity Image Library to increase representation of industry diversity. Unconscious bias education, hiring best-practices and cultural agility” are of chief importance. Build a better mouse-trap,” said Tripp. “In

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Team USA Goes for Gold

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When President Kennedy challenged America in 1961 to land a man on the moon before that decade ended, he left his successors with a tough act to follow in the presidential legacy sweepstakes. Kennedy’s bold target raised the bar for national goal-setting to unprecedented, out-of-this world heights. technological and industrial might.

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NAHB Chairman Jerry Konter: Reflecting on 2022, Looking Ahead to 2023

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coming together for the first time in two years to experience the latest in building products, techniques, and educational sessions. A key effort was implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the industry to broaden the workforce. We began the year with the International Builders’ Show in Orlando, Fla.,

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PSMJ Resources Blog: 5 Keys for Multi-Project Success

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Click here to order or contact PSMJ Education Department at education@psmj.com or (800) 537-7765. Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA). Private Equity Expert William Lehr joins PSMJ’s M& Infrastructure & Energy Projects Continue to Carry. PSMJ Resources, Inc. No comments: Post a Comment. Newer Post.