Workforce Development

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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Memorial Hermann Football Operations Center

 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: Austin Commercial• Architect: DLR Group• Square Footage (planned): 135,000 sq. ft.• Estimated Cost: $105 million• Anticipated Craft Workforce: 250 workers• Anticipated Completion: August 29, 2025 C3 measures were embedded before

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C3 Donations & Ally Update

Where Does C3’s Money Go? Your Investment in the Future of Construction At Construction Career Collaborative (C3), every dollar makes a difference. When you donate to C3, you’re not just writing a check, you’re helping transform an industry. The commercial construction industry is facing a workforce crisis. Skilled labor is in high demand, yet too

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Are You Really Hiring?

Are You Really Hiring? By Construction Career Collaborative The commercial construction industry continues to echo with the same concern: we need people. But here’s the real question — when people are available, are you really hiring? We understand the demands of the industry. Overtime fills immediate gaps, and loyal employees often step up to meet

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C3’s Hiring Initiatives

Building a Stronger Workforce: The Importance of Talent Management for Today’s Employers In today’s competitive job market, finding the right people is only part of the challenge: keeping them engaged, growing, and thriving within your organization is just as important. That’s where talent management comes in. What Is Talent Management? Talent management is the strategic process of

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Introducing Construction Career Collaborative’s 2025 Board of Directors

As the commercial construction industry continues to evolve, strong leadership is essential to drive workforce development, advocate for craft professionals, and enhance safety and sustainability standards. Construction Career Collaborative (C3) is proud to introduce its 2025 Board of Directors—an esteemed group of industry leaders dedicated to shaping the future of construction workforce development in the

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New Year Letter from the Executive Director

Angela Taylor Executive Director Dear C3 Participants, As we embark on the journey of 2025, I am thrilled to share the ambitious goals and exciting initiatives that will shape this year for C3 and all of you, our valued partners and participants. Together, we have built a foundation rooted in collaboration, innovation, and a shared

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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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