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Adaptive, Not Reactive: How to Be Prepared as Markets Shift

Adaptive, Not Reactive: How to Be Prepared as Markets Shift

Staples Construction — May 02, 2023
Maintaining a diverse portfolio of project experience is comprised of two key elements—a team with expertise and an accurate read of the ever-changing markets. It can be said in almost any industry, there are rises and falls in demand, whether anticipated or unexpected. So where does that leave us now, and how does experience and know-how across this diverse group of markets help to keep us prepared for the future?
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Women in Construction: Entering the Industry

Women in Construction: Entering the Industry

Staples Construction — March 31, 2023
With the increasing number of women joining the construction industry each year, we interviewed two of our more recent female hires about their journeys leading to a career in a construction, what keeps them here now, and who ultimately inspires them. According to North Central College, “It’s been estimated that anywhere from 20 to 50 percent of students start college as ‘undecided’ in terms of their major. What’s more, upward of 75 percent of college students change their major before they graduate.” So, this information made us think… what brought two of our newest Project Coordinators into the world of construction?
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Hire, Train and Retain: The Challenge in Construction and Across Industries

Hire, Train and Retain: The Challenge in Construction and Across Industries

Staples Construction — March 03, 2023
According to a survey by Career Builder and Silkroad Technology, “a good onboarding program leads to 69% of employees staying at least three years”. The importance of this is compounded when considering that the construction industry had one of the highest turnover rates in 2019 at 65%, as documented by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. So armed with that knowledge, how does the industry combat those statistics? We spoke with key onboarding staff to gain insight into our best practices.
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Diversity in the Workforce: How Staples Encourages Progression

Diversity in the Workforce: How Staples Encourages Progression

Staples Construction — January 23, 2023
As the most diverse state in the Union, California has a reputation for being the melting pot of America. By virtue of its population base, California experiences more global viewpoints and perspectives from its vast make-up of cultures and ethnicities. This diversity is a valuable component of our state’s culture as it lends to innovation and creativity.
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Nonprofit Partnerships: Going Beyond Construction

Nonprofit Partnerships: Going Beyond Construction

Staples Construction — December 15, 2022
During a season of giving, it is only fitting that we reflect upon some of the nonprofit organizations that are vital to our community. Staples has had the privilege of partnering with a variety of nonprofit organizations that have made lasting impressions and bountiful contributions to so many in need. Our interactions with these organizations include both building projects and establishing enduring relationships.
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Veterans in Construction: Where Accountability and Leadership Converge

Veterans in Construction: Where Accountability and Leadership Converge

Staples Construction — November 10, 2022
In honor of Veteran’s Day, Staples Construction is celebrating our team members who have made the transition from military service to the field of construction, and the unique perspectives they contribute to our industry. Mark Hodge, Director of Construction for Job Order Contracts of Staples Construction in Northern California, talks of the several ways Staples supports the military, as well as the benefit of hiring veterans.
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Careers in Construction: Building Up Experience

Careers in Construction: Building Up Experience

Staples Construction — October 27, 2022
October is Careers in Construction Month! This month supports awareness of the different paths and opportunities within a career in construction. In honor of this, Staples details the different career paths, benefits of the industry, and preparation encouraged for a career in construction.
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Best Practices for Estimating

Best Practices for Estimating

Staples Construction — August 31, 2022
We sat down with a few of the estimators at Staples to gain better insight into five best practices of the estimating world. Together we discussed the processes that go into pre-construction, and the important elements factored into estimating. In talking through the major themes of estimating, we were able pull the most notable aspects.
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Staples Recognizes National Safety Month

Staples Recognizes National Safety Month

Staples Construction — July 01, 2022
As June was National Safety Month, Staples Construction reflects on the unique aspects of safety within the field of construction and jobsite preparedness. Safety is vital to our profession as there are multitudes of hazards that can occur on jobsites.
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A Groundbreaking for Veterans

A Groundbreaking for Veterans

Staples Construction — June 17, 2022
The Staples Construction team had the pleasure of joining A Community of Friends, U.S. Vets, and DE Architects, AIA at the groundbreaking ceremony for Ventura Springs – the latest development to come to Ventura County with the distinct aim of housing and serving the veterans of our community.
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Staples Construction Celebrates Women's History Month

Staples Construction Celebrates Women's History Month

Staples Construction — March 30, 2022
March is Women's History Month, and we're looking back over the past 30 years at the women who have helped shape our industry. Employees who have been a part of our family the longest recall a time when the office was predominately women. Today, nearly half of Staples' leadership roles are held by women and almost a quarter of its total workforce is female...nearly double the national rate for the industry.
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Staples' Marketing Specialist Attends SMPS-PRC

Staples' Marketing Specialist Attends SMPS-PRC

Danielle Nguyen — February 10, 2022
Staples Construction's Marketing Specialist, Danielle Nguyen, attended her first SMPS Pacific Regional Conference. Here's a look at Danielle's experience as a marketing professional new to the A/E/C industry!
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Cost Escalation in Construction

Cost Escalation in Construction

Staples Construction — May 11, 2021
Staples Construction takes a look at the impact of cost escalation of lumber, steel, and copper as the economy recovers from a global pandemic and supply shortages. Despite the unknowns, strategic estimating and communication are more essential than ever.
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A Look Ahead: What is the Future of Construction?

A Look Ahead: What is the Future of Construction?

Staples Construction Team — November 23, 2020
COVID-19 has impacted every market segment imaginable, and construction is no exception. As time passes, and we slowly go back to "normal," it begs the question… Where is the industry headed next? We look at how Staples Construction and the industry as a whole have adapted, and what we can anticipate next.
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