Ep 62: The Take Off - How the Construction Industry can HIRE & RETAIN more Contract Administrators effectively!

What you plant now, you will harvest later! 🌱

Mick is back with another episode of The Take-Off ✈️ where he talks about how the construction industry can employ and retain more Contract Administrators effectively. 

With the increasing population in Australia comes the need for more housing, commercial buildings, social spaces, and infrastructure. Employment in this industry rose to 1.18 million people in 2019, however, declined in 2020 and 2021 due to COVID-19. Sector-wise, the value of construction work in the private sector was significantly higher than in the public sector. It's interesting to see how the market has shifted and skilled Contract Administrators are in high demand now compared to a couple of years ago when they were struggling to find employment. 

Here's what Mick shares about what construction companies MUST consider when hiring: 

Plan Ahead! By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail
Clear & define career progression plan in place 
It's not just a job advert, it's a dream 
Use existing employees' progression path as an example 
No CAs in the market. Why not consider a QS?
Don't interview, you need to SELL
Master your social media. You are what you share! 
Build your brand awareness by sponsoring events
Meet at a café or pub and build a relationship with your potential hire 
Onboarding is an art. 

This is an exciting yet super challenging time for the industry. Join Mick every week as he discusses a key challenge the industry is facing, whilst interviewing some of the most successful construction leaders throughout Australia & New Zealand.

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