As construction companies struggle with finding skilled labor, military veterans are a segment of the labor force that deserves attention. Vets make up about 7% of the construction workforce and each year approximately 200,000 vets transition out of the military. Those construction firms that have been successful in recruiting and retaining veterans say their hard and soft skills, as well as attitudinal characteristics make them great new hires. In addition, several programs are in place that make it advantageous and cost-effective to train and hire vets. CONEXPO-CON/AGG is sharing the key benefits vets offer, how to recruit and how to … Read more