I recently shared some insights from the annual ABC of Alabama conference in relation to hiring, a major issue in our industry right now. To summarize, the military has figured out how to reach younger folks by offering adventure, purpose, career development and the chance to work with advanced technology. I can testify that this works in reverse as well, as military veterans make excellent team members in the construction industry.
This recent Construction Dive article lays out the reasons.
- Veterans have already learned and practiced problem solving and logistical coordination
- Many have been leaders of a unit and know the value of delegation and teamwork
- They have honed operational skills and understand following a protocol
We are proud of our all our team members, and as we move into this holiday week, we’d like to send a special thanks to those who served our country through their military service.
