The selection processes, thanks to technology, are no longer based on offering a position from the company and waiting to receive resumes, but the company itself can also dive into the Internet in search of the best candidates in any field. This is what is called being proactive in the company. At Crearte Consulting we are experts in Nethunting (looking for candidates proactively), and we find the best profiles for our clients, whatever the field or professional level they are. So that you can also optimally make this selection, we give you the keys to finding the ideal candidate for your construction company.
Tips to help you find the ideal candidate
There is no exact formula that will always allow us to find the best profile or ensure success in finding the best candidate. In our case, it is based on experience and professionalism, as well as a deep knowledge of social and professional networks and many hours of work. These tips can help you know where to start.
Defining the qualities you are looking for in a candidate
It is important, before starting the search, to be clear about what the business needs. Don’t let yourself be guided by possible profiles that may make you lose focus. Make sure you have experienced professionals with the best skills for the construction sector to ensure your business is ahead of the recruitment game. Having the input of the rest of the team members and the department or area they are joining will ensure you meet the company’s needs.
Skills in the field
Some aspects to take into account would be flexibility, adaptability to change of services or works, availability to travel, ability to learn, search for excellence and orientation to detail or the ability to manage the challenges set by the company. You should bear in mind the importance of trying to find out about other projects in which the candidate has participated to find out how he/she would develop his/her work. Agile technologies currently have a lot to contribute to construction and logistics services. Technology affects and benefits all sectors.
Interviews
Ideally, only people who could be strong candidates for the job you are offering should arrive at this point. Using social networks before this step to get to know certain profiles will make it easier for you to sift through them and make the interview process fruitful. This will ensure that neither the interviewer nor the interviewees waste time. It is also important to know what questions will be asked of the candidates and the purpose for which they will be asked.
Consult with your team
Once the interviews have been carried out, and the notes taken from each of them have been compiled, we recommend that you work together with your team again. With the results of the candidate discussion, your feedback, and what your employees can contribute, you can more easily refine which candidate will be the best fit for the vacancy.
Keys to the construction industry
Taking a closer look at the construction industry, we believe these keys could help you find the ideal candidate for your construction company.
- Identify who can cope with the risks that exist within the construction world, and who is prepared to perform safely and healthily in the work environment.
- Identify the right profile for the job, as not all profiles in this business have the same requirements. This should be taken into account during the selection process. Know who your direct competition is, there you have a good place to observe candidates.
- Ability to integrate within a large team where all parts are connected. In other sectors, departments may work more independently, but in construction, each part influences more or less directly on all points, so having staff capable of working in the best way in this interaction is key. Look for cross-cutting profiles.
We hope these tips have helped you to get to know a new way of hiring talent. From Crearte Consulting we are at your disposal for any help you may need in terms of recruitment.
