In 2015, The Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston made the decision to implement the Construction Career Collaborative (C3) program on its projects going forward. His Eminence Cardinal DiNardo wrote in a letter that declared support for C3’s mission of proper pay practices, skills and safety training, and Worker’s Compensation Insurance coverage for every craft worker. Since The […]
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The C3 Craft Training Endorsement Program follows a process that allows a company to self-assess its current state and then apply for endorsement at the desired level by submitting an application and undergoing a thorough audit of the training program by C3 People Development Staff. Companies that self-assess at the Recognized, Leader, or Champion level are
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In the world of construction, skill development and continuous learning play a vital role in career advancement. Whether you’re an aspiring or seasoned carpenter, electrician, plumber, or any other craft professional, finding the right training opportunities is essential for honing your skills and staying ahead in the industry. Thankfully, there are numerous avenues available today
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In the highly competitive commercial construction industry, having a skilled and well-trained workforce is paramount to winning bids, forecasting staffing, and ensuring company sustainability. To meet the industry’s demands and overcome the shortage of qualified workers, contractors must forge partnerships with skilled trade partners such as community colleges, trade schools, professional trade associations, and organizations
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Almost 20 years ago, the Pew Research Center coined the term “silver tsunami” to describe the average worker age increase and the projected impacts of mass retirements. These projected labor losses not only have an impact on contractor capability but also on industry sustainability. Experienced craft professionals rapidly exiting the industry, coupled with a shrinking
CTE Directors: Relay the Benefits of Being a Construction Worker Read More »
According to the 23rd Annual Global CEO Survey published by the “Big Four” professional services firm PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), “the Fourth Industrial Revolution has ushered in new business models and new ways of working that require critical new technical, digital, and soft skills. Those skills, however, are in very short supply.” The construction industry is not
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In the competitive construction industry, it has become a common practice for specialty contractors that desire to avoid employee and payroll-related overhead to utilize “1099 workers” to reduce financial obligations and deliver the lowest bids to win work. However, often this strategy leads to the misclassification of the workers that drive company operations and production.
EMERGE Program: Pivoting From Reliance on “1099 Workers” to a Sustainable Workforce Read More »
Hello Friend, You may be surprised at how often I hear “I didn’t realize how small the C3 staff is”. I take this as a huge compliment, especially because about 50 percent of our staff has joined us within the last year. But here we are. A team of just eight highly motivated individuals. Getting
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Greetings! After the first day on the job, does a new apprentice or newly hired experienced craft professional instantly become a company asset who no longer needs additional coaching or mentorship? Has the employee graduated from the need for performance evaluation to ensure the employee is assimilating, reaching full competency or proficiency, and actualizing the
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Construction Career Collaborative (C3) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, labor-neutral alliance of owners, contractors, and industry associations collaborating to establish a safe, skilled, and sustainable craft talent pipeline.
Construction Career Collaborative (C3) is a 501(C)(3) Nonprofit registered in the US
