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In any industry, people perform their best when they feel valued — but in construction, where teamwork, trust, and safety are everything, that feeling of value carries even more weight. To understand what really drives engagement and satisfaction, we asked over 300 construction professionals one simple question: “What makes you feel valued in your role?” … Read more

When it comes to hiring in construction, companies are often laser-focused on things like salary, project size, and perks. And while those matter – they’re not always what sways a candidate’s decision. We surveyed over 300 construction professionals to find out: “What do you feel companies undervalue when trying to attract talent?” Here’s what they … Read more

In a candidate-driven market, job-hopping has become the norm – not the exception. But what’s really behind it? Is it a lack of loyalty, boredom, or something deeper? We asked over 300 construction candidates a simple but telling question: “What’s the real reason most people job-hop?” And here’s what they said: Better Pay – 46% … Read more

At Humres, we know that attracting talent goes far beyond job titles and pay brackets. So we asked over 300 construction professionals a simple but revealing question: “What do you think companies undervalue when trying to attract talent?” The answers might surprise you – and they offer some serious insight for any employer looking to … Read more

At Humres, we know that leadership style can make or break a construction team. So, we went straight to the source and asked construction candidates: “What kind of leadership helps you thrive at work?” The results speak volumes about what today’s construction professionals expect: Collaborative and Supportive – 64% The overwhelming favourite. Construction professionals value … Read more

We know the construction industry is constantly evolving – but so are the people behind it. To understand how expectations have shifted, we asked over 300 construction professionals one key question: “How have your career priorities changed in the last 5 years?” The results were clear – and they highlight a major shift in what … Read more

Starting a new role is a big decision – and for many construction professionals, it doesn’t always go as planned. We asked over 300 candidates in the construction industry a simple but important question: “What’s the main reason you’d leave a company within the first year?” The results shed light on the key areas that … Read more

We recently asked over 150 construction professionals one simple question: “Which stage of the hiring process is most likely to make you drop out?” And the responses were clear – and pretty eye-opening. As recruiters in the construction space, we often hear surface-level feedback like “the role wasn’t right” or “timing didn’t work out.” But … Read more

Attracting talent in the construction industry isn’t just about posting a job and hoping for the best. With skill shortages across the sector and increasing competition for the best talent, companies need to be more intentional about how they position themselves to potential hires. So we asked over 150 construction professionals one simple question: What’s … Read more

Employee retention and motivation have become key challenges in the construction industry. To understand how companies can better assess their employees for promotions and pay increases, we surveyed 150 construction professionals—and the results reveal some valuable insights. What Matters Most to Construction Candidates? Our survey uncovered four key factors that candidates believe should drive decisions … Read more