hiring
AGC: Contractor outlook dims amid economic worries
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) says contractors are growing more cautious about 2026 amid economic uncertainty and workforce strains – even as data center work stays strong. Keep Reading
Report: Nonresidential construction spending, construction job openings up in February
National nonresidential construction spending was up 0.3 percent in February and construction job openings increased by 22,000 in the month. Keep Reading
Dirt World Summit draws hundreds to Houston
Find out what you missed at BuildWitt’s inaugural event, which went in depth on the issue plaguing the industry the most: the workforce. Keep Reading
Turner Staffing Group expands reach with acquisition
The company affiliated with Turner Mining Group recently acquired HR Advantages, a staffing firm specializing in the recruitment and placement of skilled professionals. Keep Reading
Keeping qualified employees in a candidate-driven market
The aggregate industry continues to face a shortage of qualified workers as older generations retire. Industry experts discuss how employers can find and retain qualified employees in a tough market. Keep Reading
Exploring applicant-tracking systems, cross-training and more
In his latest column, Pit & Quarry’s Kevin Yanik discusses systems that track job applications across companies and the idea of cross-training employees. Keep Reading
Why the industry must prioritize people again
Thomas Haun of the newly formed Turner Staffing Group encourages every industry company to fully reexamine their approach to hiring and retention. Keep Reading
Tsurumi Pump names regional sales manager
Tsurumi Pump introduced Slater Blanchard, who has been with the company since March, as its Southwest regional sales manager. Keep Reading
How tweaking your hiring approach can attract, retain workers
Although producers are finding people in short supply, an adjustment in hiring approach may yield the employees they need to run most effectively. Keep Reading
