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Growing an Organic Workforce in the Skilled Trades
Discover how to cultivate a sustainable, skilled workforce in construction. Learn strategies from industry experts Wes Simpson and Adam Michel.
1 hour
640 students
Last reviewed 8/2024
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Course Description
Led by Wes Simpson, the COO of Green Mechanical Construction, and Adam Michel, the Director of Construction at Green, this course dives deep into building a sustainable and skilled workforce within the construction industry.
The course covers several key topics to help you cultivate a thriving workforce. First, it addresses the pitfalls of unsustainable hiring practices based solely on trade skills. You'll learn how to avoid these mistakes and focus on building a workforce from within. Next, the course teaches you how to standardize roles and create clear career pathways. This will help your current employees grow, ensuring they have the tools and guidance needed to advance. Finally, the webinar discusses the importance of mentorship and how skilled employees can pass on their knowledge to new hires, creating a continuous cycle of growth and learning.
By the end of this course, you'll have learned practical strategies to improve your hiring and training processes. You'll understand how to create a healthy work environment where employees can grow and prosper. With insights from industry experts, you'll gain tangible skills to help your company stand out in the competitive construction market.
Learning Objectives
Identify pitfalls of unsustainable hiring practices and discover new workforce strategies.
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Describe methods to develop your workforce through role standardization and career pathways.
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Learn about character-based hiring and internal apprenticeships to upskill unskilled talent.
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Learn how to create a company culture that fosters career growth and continuous skill development.
Prerequisites
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Learning Level: Intermediate
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Prerequisite Knowledge: Basic understanding of construction operations and workforce management concepts.
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Recommended Knowledge: Familiarity with hiring practices, employee training programs, and career development strategies within the construction industry. Experience in a supervisory or managerial role is beneficial but not required.
Continuing Education Course Credits
Course Title: Growing an Organic Workforce in the Skilled Trades
Course Number: PC-347-2022
Session Number: 1
Curriculum Group Name: AIA Providers
Credit: 1 AIA LU
Course Expiration Date: 05/13/2025
Procore's Continuing Education courses may qualify for continuing education credits with other professional organizations or fulfill state licensing requirements. If you are a member of a different organization, you can download your course completion certificate from your learning profile and report your completion yourself to the organization for potential credit. Please refer to the organization's continuing education requirements for course eligibility information.
AIA CES Provider statement
Procore Technologies is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 40108059. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions
What specific strategies will I learn to improve my hiring practices?
In this course, you will learn how to avoid unsustainable and reactionary hiring practices. The course will teach you to focus on building a skilled workforce from within your organization. You'll discover how to standardize roles and create clear career growth pathways, so that employees know exactly what is required for progression. You’ll also gain insights into creating effective training and mentorship programs to develop unskilled hires into skilled workers.
Will this course discuss training and mentorship programs?
Yes. The course will provide you with tools to evaluate the effectiveness of your training and mentorship programs. You'll learn how to set measurable goals and track progress over time. The course will also cover best practices for gathering feedback from participants to continually improve these programs. By monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) such as employee retention rates, skill acquisition, and career progression, you can ensure that your training initiatives are making a meaningful impact on your workforce.
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Instructors
Wes Simpson
Wes Simpson, Chief Operating Officer at Green Mechanical Construction, brings over 15 years of experience in the construction industry. A graduate of Western Kentucky University with a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Wes oversees day-to-day operations including project management and workforce coordination. He serves on the AGC of Kentucky board and advises WKU’s Construction Management Department. Wes's extensive experience and leadership in workforce development make him a trusted authority on sustainable hiring practices and career growth within the skilled trades.
Adam Michel
Adam Michel, formerly the Director of Construction for the Lexington market at Green Mechanical Construction, has hands-on experience in various roles, including laborer, design engineering, and project management. Known for managing the largest project in company history, he oversaw all aspects of construction operations in his market. Adam's comprehensive understanding of construction operations and his commitment to workforce development make him an important contributor to the workforce development conversation in the industry.