Chris Pickles, Author at CrimsonXT

Talent Insights: Navigating the US construction talent shortage in 2024

24th October 2023 by Chris Pickles

Posted in Construction

The US construction industry has faced many challenges in recent years, and as an experienced built environment and construction recruiter with a particular focus on North America, I've been witness to the disruptions caused by the global pandemic.

Case study: Sourcing a ‘purple unicorn’ senior estimator in under a week

19th June 2023 by Chris Pickles

Posted in Case Studies, Construction

Our client is a long-established construction firm based in California. We introduced an experienced senior leader in under a week to supercharge this construction firm's overstretched estimating team.

Meet Chris Pickles, Group Managing Director

10th October 2022 by Chris Pickles

Posted in Automation, Meet the Team

Get to know the people behind the profiles in our ‘Meet the team’ series. Chris Pickles founded CrimsonXT in 2018 and has taken the business from strength to strength since then.

TalentXT Insights: 6 tips to attract construction talent in a shortage

18th August 2022 by Chris Pickles

Posted in Construction

Six effective ways construction firms can attract candidates during a talent shortage. The growth of the construction industry is great for the economy but posing new challenges for construction firms who are struggling to find the talent to sustain such growth.

Talent Insights: How the pandemic affected construction talent

8th December 2021 by Chris Pickles

Posted in Construction

The pandemic has plunged many construction workers into one of the most challenging times of their careers. Construction workers have attempted to complete existing projects while protecting staff on-site, and managing supply chain interruptions and project suspensions.

Construction: Should you work in Boston or New Hampshire?

29th September 2021 by Chris Pickles

Posted in Construction

Boston has long been considered a great place to work with many exciting projects to be a part of. However, for some job searchers, New Hampshire is fast becoming an alternative ideal location based on their individual needs and preferences.

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