According to research, about 34,000 construction superintendent positions across the U.S. remain unfilled. The National Center for Construction Education and Research is exploring this and has recently published the article “Contributing Factors to the Superintendent Shortage.” Although it is not unexpected to learn that the pool of experienced superintendents is limited, the article states, concerning trends show a widening gap between supply and demand for these roles and point to a growing need for a systematic solution to developing a reliable pipeline of superintendents and other field leaders. The article provides insights into current and near-term challenges, including: Current: High … Read more
Sponsorship, Work-Life Balance + Training Key to Attracting, Retaining Women in Construction Industry
The National Center for Construction Education and Research, and Ambition Theory, have released Building Better, a report based on a survey with 770 women across a variety of construction sectors. The work identifies three main action items for the industry to focus on: providing women with leadership opportunities, investing in training and prioritizing work-life balance. Leadership Women in construction want to be leaders. Seeing a clear path to career advancement is the most important factor for women with more than one year of industry experience who are seeking new job opportunities. Despite this ambition, women still don’t advance at the … Read more
NCCER Presents Makers Grant Tool Kit to High School Students
The National Center for Construction Education and Research has awarded Fleming Island High School with a Makers Grant tool kit sponsored by Stanley Black & Decker. The students in Mr. Cunningham’s class will put these tools to work as a new school year kicks off in August. As a recipient of the 2022 Stanley Black & Decker Makers Grant, NCCER is grateful to partner with Stanley Black & Decker to build CTE programs and connect students with careers in construction. The grant is used to support NCCER’s CareerStarter program, an online platform that unites students, job seekers, employers and educators … Read more
National Center for Construction Education and Research Unveils Rebranding
The National Center for Construction Education and Research has launched a new era for the organization, including an updated visual identity, refinement of its mission and vision statements and major renovations to its website and support portal experience. To guide the organization’s work, NCCER’s executive leadership embraced a revised mission and vision: Mission: To provide rigorous and relevant workforce development solutions that create opportunities for individual career advancement and support industry growth. Vision: A qualified and successful workforce of diverse individuals whose lives were improved through construction education. The rebranding efforts include a new logo that will be featured on … Read more
NCCER Appoints Board of Trustees Executive Committee, Board Members
The National Center for Construction Education and has appointed its 2023 board of trustees executive committee and new board members. All board of trustees’ members represent contractors, owners, or partner associations and are recognized for their expertise in construction, construction workforce development or construction-related issues. Scott Marshall, who has been named chairperson, will head the compensation, budget and finance and nominating committees, as well as overseeing board governance. Marshall, who previously served as the vice chair of the board, is a senior group director – People Operations (Americas) at Worley in Houston, Texas. David Chapin has been appointed as vice chair. … Read more