Rethinking Our Approach To Attracting Young People into
Our Companies and the Construction Industry

February 11 2025 | Virtual

What: A virtual workshop for senior Talent Acquisition leaders from across the Construction industry.

This workshop is part of an annual series of events available to members. You will be applying to attend as a guest.

📆 Date: February 11 2025

🕚 Time: 11:00am – 12:30pm ET

⌚Duration: 90 minutes

Overview

Join the LEAP HR Construction Searchlight network virtual meeting to explore how we can tackle the pressing challenges of attracting young people into the construction industry.

Together, we'll address key barriers like perceptions of poor work-life balance, limited flexibility, gender inclusivity, and competition from other industries

Discover practical solutions, including flexible work models, targeted outreach programs, strategies to promote gender diversity, and transparent compensation practices. Learn how to engage parents and educators, spotlight hands-on career opportunities, and collaborate on industry-wide initiatives to reshape the image of construction careers.

Don’t miss this opportunity to exchange ideas and develop actionable strategies to build a future-ready workforce.

Discussion points

  • How do we combat stereotypes about construction that deter young people, and emphasize its financial benefits, diverse career paths, and hands-on opportunities?
  • What role can new work-life balance and creative flexible work models play in attracting young talent to our companies and how can we adopt/promote these?
  • How can we engage parents and educators in promoting construction as a viable and rewarding career option for young people?
  • What strategies can be employed to introduce construction careers to students at an earlier stage and build long-term interest and a pipeline of future talent?

 

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Register your interest in joining the workshop and gain a deeper understanding of the incredible value that comes with being part of the LEAP HR Construction Searchlight network. Your participation in the upcoming workshop is intended to give you a glimpse into the benefits of membership and by signing up, you are expressing interest in membership.

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