Author name: Diane Aguilar

Building Stronger Together: C3’s Gratitude for Industry Collaboration

At Construction Career Collaborative (C3), we know that building a sustainable craft workforce takes more than one organization. It takes a community of partners who believe in the same vision: a safe, skilled, and sustainable workforce for the commercial construction industry. As we reflect on recent months, our team is filled with gratitude for the […]

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Eight Years of Building Stronger Foundations: Reflecting on C3’s Growth and Industry Impact

As Construction Career Collaborative (C3) celebrates the eight-year service anniversary of Director of Marketing, Development, and Operations, Diane Aguilar, the organization also reflects on the tremendous progress made since 2017 in strengthening Houston’s commercial construction workforce. When Diane joined the organization, C3 had just 17 active projects. Today, that number has grown to 91, representing

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University of Houston Student Academic Building 2

A C3 Project Success Story Building with Safety, Quality, and Accountability . Planned with C3 Principles At project set up:• Owner: University of Houston• General Contractor: J.T. Vaughn Construction, LLC• Project Type: Higher Education• Square Footage (planned): 77,224 sq. ft.• Estimated Cost: $54.7 million• Project Description: A new 3-story building with research labs, teaching labs,

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Are You Really Hiring? Commercial Construction Needs You to Step Up

In today’s commercial construction industry, there’s a consistent call for more skilled labor, but here’s the real question: Are you actually hiring? At Construction Career Collaborative (C3), we’re working with partners to supply skilled, reliable talent to companies just like yours. But we can’t send people your way unless we know who’s hiring, what positions

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Constructing a Supportive Culture: Suicide Awareness Month in the Commercial Construction Industry

As September unfolds, marking Suicide Awareness Month, it’s time to shine a light on a critical issue that affects many, including those in the commercial construction industry. This sector, with its unique challenges and high-stress environment, faces particular mental health struggles that need urgent attention. By engaging with resources like the Construction Career Collaborative (C3),

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Bridging the Gap: A New Initiative by Construction Career Collaborative (C3) and Goodwill Industries Houston

The construction industry is at a pivotal moment. With a booming demand for infrastructure and development, there is an acute shortage of skilled workers ready to meet this need. Recognizing this critical gap, two esteemed organizations, Construction Career Collaborative (C3) and Goodwill Industries Houston, have joined forces to create a transformative initiative aimed at addressing

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Breaking Barriers in Construction: C3 Tool Supply Drive

At Construction Career Collaborative (C3), we are committed to fostering inclusivity and reducing barriers to entry into the construction industry. One significant challenge many new craft workers face is obtaining the tools necessary for their jobs. To address this issue, C3 is excited to announce our upcoming Tool Supply Drive. What is the Tool Supply

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The Unexpected Spark of Innovation: Tool Supply Drive by Construction Career Collaborative

Innovation is a curious phenomenon. It doesn’t adhere to a schedule or a blueprint; instead, it often strikes at the most unexpected times, driven by necessity, creativity, and the relentless pursuit of improvement. This serendipitous nature of innovation has given rise to countless advancements that have shaped our world. One recent initiative, born from a

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Transferable Skills Offer More than A Straight Line to a Job

Pipelines are often considered a series of straight lines that twist and turn to move and deliver products across an extensive network. One section of these networks might appear simple, but the full series can paint a more complex picture. The same can be true of talent pipelines, which come with plenty of twists and

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Thank You for Attending the 2024 C3 Workforce Development Conference!

Dear Friends and Colleagues, I hope this message finds you well and filled with the same excitement and inspiration that we all experienced at the 2024 C3 Workforce Development Conference! It was truly an honor to host such an incredible gathering of professionals, innovators, and leaders committed to shaping the future of our workforce. First

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