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Business | Leadership

The Essential Soft Skills All Construction Workers Need

by CCS Construction Staffing on January 18, 2020

In the construction industry, laborers are used to hauling materials, managing equipment, and doing the heavy lifting. A great construction worker is used to showing their hard skills on the job site. But what about those all-important soft skills? The talents that land you your next job and help you be the go-to guy on any job? If you’re looking for your next construction position, here are some essential soft skills you’ll need to demonstrate. 

Time-Management 

To show a potential employer, you’re a great fit for a construction work opportunity, prove your time management skills. During a project, laborers must be able to assess how long tasks will take and implement a precise and speedy way to get the job done. If you’re applying to a posting or meeting for an interview, use concrete examples of your time management abilities to convince an employer you’re a great pick. For example, tell about a time you were able to meet a deadline by managing your time effectively.  

Effective Communication 

To work side by side with trades, all forms of communication should be taken into consideration. Of course, you’ll need to be able to summarize for your supervisors and your peers. Whether you’re relaying instructions to a coworker or making a pitch to the top team, you’ll want to speak clearly, concisely, and confidently. Communication also means thorough written reports and thoughtful emails. Improve your writing skills with a quick class at the local community college, or online resources that are designed to help you brush up on grammar and syntax.  

Teachability 

Although many construction project managers may have a traditional point of view, it’s a reality that the industry is ever-changing. With updates in machinery, constant changes in OSHA regulations, and new tech hitting the warehouse world, it’s essential for a construction recruit to be teachable and adaptable. When you prepare for an interview or a temp agency placement, research the latest trends, and be ready to implement them if you are asked.  

Find Your Next Opportunity with CCS Construction Staffing

Ready to hit the job boards? If you are a talented construction worker looking for your next gig, you need CCS Construction Staffing. Our team places candidates in top tier positions every day of the week, so contact us today to learn more about finding your best fit. 

Topics: Business, Leadership
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