Transforming Construction Teams
Achieve more with tailored training, improved communication, and scalable solutions designed for the construction industry.
Industry Challenges
From labor shortages to cost overruns, the construction industry faces unique hurdles that can impact timelines, budgets, and employee morale. Here’s a closer look at these challenges—and the hidden costs of not addressing them:
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Skills Gaps
Finding and retaining skilled workers is harder than ever, leading to project delays and higher labor costs. Many companies rely on undertrained teams, which increases errors and inefficiencies.
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Cost Impact: Each underperforming employee can cost $20,000 annually in lost productivity.
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Time Impact: Training workers can take on-site managers at least 4–6 weeks and disrupt project timelines.
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Worker Safety
Construction sites are high-risk environments. Accidents and injuries not only impact worker morale but also lead to project delays, employee shortages and increased insurance premiums.
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Cost Impact: Workplace injuries cost an average of $40,000 per incident, including lost productivity and compensation claims.
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Time Impact: Safety incidents can shut down operations for days or weeks, stalling progress.
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Miscommunication
Poor communication between teams, contractors, and stakeholders leads to errors, confusion, and delays. Misaligned goals can add unnecessary friction to projects.
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Cost Impact:
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Time Impact: Fixing miscommunication-related errors can take weeks, delay project delivery, and create costly disputes.
How ESM Helps
We upskill your workforce through customized training delivered remotely at convenient times for employees, saving both time and money while achieving 95% engagement rates.
How ESM Helps
Our proactive wellness training equips your teams with the tools to prevent accidents and reduce injury-related downtime, saving you money and ensuring compliance.
How ESM Helps
Our communication workshops improve collaboration through strategies like active listening, chain-of-command clarity, and streamlined workflows, reducing errors and saving time.
Client Success Story
REIMAR, a leading concrete and forming construction company, partnered with ESM to address the challenges of rapid growth. With 500+ employees operating across industrial, commercial, and residential sectors, the company faced increasing demands on its project management teams, risking performance delays and communication breakdowns. ESM developed tailored solutions to optimize team performance, enhance communication, and align individual growth with strategic company goals.
"ESM has saved us time and money in implementing a comprehensive and high level Performance Feedback & Review Program."
- Director of Operations, REIMAR Forming & Construction
"Working with ESM is very valuable regarding my self-awareness related to my professional life."
- Project Manager, REIMAR Forming & Construction
Our Approach
1. Identifying Gaps with Performance Pulses
We conducted Performance Pulses to evaluate risks and gather feedback directly from employees. These assessments revealed critical areas for improvement, including the need for a structured feedback program and better cross-department communication.
2. Implementing a Performance Review Program
Working alongside senior management, we designed and launched a biannual Performance Review Program. This initiative provided clear feedback, career growth opportunities, and aligned project coordinators and managers with the company’s strategic direction.
3. Standardizing Communication with Targeted Training
We developed a tailored communication training program focused on bridging gaps between project and field teams. By standardizing processes and optimizing communication structures, we minimized miscommunication and improved efficiency across departments.
The Results
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Improved Communication: Streamlined processes reduced miscommunication between project and field teams, enhancing collaboration and reducing delays.
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Structured Growth Opportunities: Employees now receive biannual feedback, empowering them with actionable insights to grow in alignment with company goals.
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Enhanced Team Performance: Standardized training and processes allowed project teams to handle increased workloads without compromising quality or timelines.
