As Gen Z enters the trades, employers are rethinking how they recruit, train, and retain young workers. What’s working? Purpose-driven messaging, clear growth paths, and digital communication. What’s not? Outdated hiring processes, lack of mentorship, and dismissive attitudes. Practical strategies like streamlined onboarding and peer mentorship are proving effective. Adapting to Gen Z isn’t about changing everything—it’s about meeting them where they are to build a stronger future workforce.

Tool theft is now sophisticated: thieves use GPS jammers and target sites, stealing trailers overnight—like a $40,000 loss for one crew. Fight back with GPS trackers, smart locks, cameras, and tool markings. Lock up, train crews, and document for insurance. Act now to protect tools and profits.

Discover the shift from GPS to GNSS in construction with Plexxis Software. This advanced positioning technology enhances layout accuracy, machine control, and asset tracking, helping sub-trades save time and reduce errors on complex jobsites.

Boost your bids with construction sustainability metrics using Plexxis Software. This image shows a worker using a tablet to track eco-friendly goals with a holographic green model, helping sub-trades reduce waste and emissions while standing out in competitive markets.

Discover the importance of psychological safety in construction, where trust and open communication reduce mistakes and boost efficiency. Learn how crews can thrive with Plexxis Software by fostering a culture where workers feel safe to speak up, ask questions, and admit errors without fear, ultimately making jobsites safer and stronger.

This article focuses on the strategic reuse of construction waste by subcontractors. It argues that leveraging scrap materials offers significant opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency gains, and improved sustainability, ultimately benefiting their business.

Jobsite layout technology is revolutionizing how construction teams plan and execute builds. From digital overlays to robotic layout tools, these innovations are cutting down on rework, improving accuracy, and helping crews work smarter and faster on-site.