Strategies for Diverse Talent Retention in AEC

The construction industry faces a double challenge: an engineering and skilled labor shortage and a lack of diversity within its workforce.

This session tackles both issues head-on, providing practical strategies for building a strong talent pipeline that attracts, retains and empowers a diverse architecture engineering construction workforce.

Key Takeaways:

• Go Beyond Traditional Pools: Discover innovative strategies for identifying and sourcing talent from underrepresented groups in engineering construction.
• Build Inclusive Hiring Practices: Learn how to create a recruitment process that is fair, unbiased, and welcoming to diverse candidates.
• Foster Inclusion and Growth: Explore effective mentorship and development programs designed to support the success of a diverse workforce.
• Leverage Technology for Retention: Uncover how talent management systems can be utilized to track employee engagement, identify potential retention issues, and address them proactively for diverse employees.