{"id":9282,"date":"2021-07-13T09:00:43","date_gmt":"2021-07-12T21:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cuaccountants.co.nz\/?p=9282"},"modified":"2021-07-08T11:14:20","modified_gmt":"2021-07-07T23:14:20","slug":"managing-field-workers-in-your-construction-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cuaccountants.co.nz\/managing-field-workers-in-your-construction-business\/","title":{"rendered":"Managing Field Workers in Your Construction Business"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-9309 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/cuaccountants.co.nz\/app\/uploads\/construction_worker_1625699212-e1625699244210-300x205.jpg\" alt=\"Construction, Worker\" width=\"300\" height=\"205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cuaccountants.co.nz\/app\/uploads\/construction_worker_1625699212-e1625699244210-300x205.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cuaccountants.co.nz\/app\/uploads\/construction_worker_1625699212-e1625699244210-1024x701.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cuaccountants.co.nz\/app\/uploads\/construction_worker_1625699212-e1625699244210-180x123.jpg 180w, https:\/\/cuaccountants.co.nz\/app\/uploads\/construction_worker_1625699212-e1625699244210-150x103.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cuaccountants.co.nz\/app\/uploads\/construction_worker_1625699212-e1625699244210.jpg 1126w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>It\u2019s one thing to manage workers when they\u2019re all in the same place at the same time.\u00a0 However, when you run a construction business with field workers, things can get a lot more challenging.<\/p>\n<p>Not only are you typically not on the same job site as them, you might also have workers scattered over a variety of sites and projects.<\/p>\n<p>Managing them doesn\u2019t just mean scheduling them and making sure they\u2019re progressing on the project, but also knowing how to shift people and equipment between sites to boost productivity.<\/p>\n<p>Here are 3 things you can do to effectively manage field workers in your construction business.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Be clear on your expectations<\/h3>\n<p>One of the most challenging parts of having field workers is when people don\u2019t know what\u2019s expected of them.\u00a0 They might understand what their job is\u2014and be perfectly capable of carrying out it\u2014but less clear on their level of autonomy.<\/p>\n<p>For example:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Under what circumstances do they need to consult you, versus when can they make executive decisions on their own?<\/li>\n<li>Is there someone on each job site who acts as team lead or are they all given the same level of authority?<\/li>\n<li>Who is the superintendent, if there is one?<\/li>\n<li>How frequently should they communicate with you about progress and what information do you need?<\/li>\n<li>What are the milestones they need to meet and when do they need to meet them?<\/li>\n<li>What are your responsibilities to the workers on the job site?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Giving your field workers a clear idea of your expectations makes it easier for them to react to situations in the moment, rather than wondering if they need to contact you.\u00a0 It also provides them with a framework for carrying out their duties.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, it reassures them that there are expectations of you that you\u2019ll meet as well, such as ensuring they have the right tools for their jobs.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Upgrade your tools<\/h3>\n<p>Many construction companies still use manual processes, such as telephone calls, to share information.\u00a0 These manual processes require you to review large volumes of paperwork and take up a lot of your time just to keep up-to-date on what\u2019s going on.\u00a0 With multiple job sites, the task can become unmanageable.<\/p>\n<p>These days, there are various technologies and platforms that can be used to share information and communicate with field workers.\u00a0 You can send tasks to field workers, ask them to capture data and share virtual paperwork in real time.<\/p>\n<p>The information is shared much more easily and efficiently, and cuts down on the risk of missing paperwork and other errors.\u00a0 It also provides you with a complete audit trail, so you have proof of your company\u2019s activities, in case there are ever any questions.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Engage workers<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-9310\" src=\"https:\/\/cuaccountants.co.nz\/app\/uploads\/construction_worker_1625699304-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Construction, Worker\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cuaccountants.co.nz\/app\/uploads\/construction_worker_1625699304-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cuaccountants.co.nz\/app\/uploads\/construction_worker_1625699304-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cuaccountants.co.nz\/app\/uploads\/construction_worker_1625699304-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cuaccountants.co.nz\/app\/uploads\/construction_worker_1625699304.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>One of the best things you can do to manage field workers is ensure they all know they are part of the team and feel appreciated by you.\u00a0 This means being clear in your expectations, but also giving them the opportunity to offer feedback.<\/p>\n<p>Find out how you can support them.\u00a0 Provide group activities where the different teams are brought together to interact with each other and get to know one another.<\/p>\n<p>Visit the job sites.\u00a0 You may sometimes have to check in to evaluate how things are going, but drop in periodically to check in with them without being there to review their performance.\u00a0 Ask what\u2019s going well and what could use improvement.<\/p>\n<p>Listen to your field workers and if their suggestions are reasonable, consider implementing them.\u00a0 After all, they\u2019re the ones in the field.<\/p>\n<h3>Final thoughts<\/h3>\n<p>Managing field workers can be complicated, especially if you have numerous teams at different locations.\u00a0 Being clear about your expectations, using the right tools and engaging your workers will help you more effectively manage them.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s one thing to manage workers when they\u2019re all in the same place at the same time.\u00a0 However, when you run a construction business with field workers, things can get a lot more challenging. 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