When planning the schedule for a construction project, one has to weigh the cost of labor against the time needed to complete the job. In basic terms, if it takes 6 days for 1 person to do a job, it should take 1 day for 6 people to do the job. However, construction jobs are not this simple and the relation of labor to time is much more complicated. For example, a building cannot be framed until the foundation is poured. So, it’s not only a matter of manpower, but how that manpower is allocated. This is the challenge for the General Contractor on site. I believe one of the biggest frustrations for a GC is having one or two subcontractors hold up the job and bring all other work to a halt. This is a common occurrence and one with few solutions once you’re at that point.

One solution to this ongoing problem is the use of temporary staffing. As a project begins, a good way to be prepared is to sign up with 1 or 2 temporary staffing companies, which specialize in construction work. It doesn’t cost anything to sign up and doesn’t obligate your company in any way. Make sure to research the company and ask for client references. You want to look for companies that thoroughly screen their employees and code them accordingly to their job description. Just like any other industry, some staffing companies misclassify their employees to save money. Unfortunately, both the staffing company and client can be fined, if caught doing so. So make sure you choose reputable temporary staffing firms. Once you have this resource in place, you can order skilled or unskilled workers, to help one of your subcontractors get their portion completed or they can assist your company in keeping the job site clean and safe. Temporary staffing companies often send safety monitors or site debris removers to assist the GC in keeping the site free of hazards and debris. Good housekeeping helps keep everyone safe, which saves money in the long run.

At STAFFORCE, we understand the challenges and complexities involved with construction. We use time tested, proven ways to evaluate our employees and provide industry leading service. Temporary staffing is a very useful tool, regardless of which company is used, but we hope our understanding of the industry will give our clients the confidence to rely on us when they need extra help. To learn more, visit our website at www.stafforcejax.com