Issue 8 of 9: Industry Trends

Construction Ownership Transition Issue 8 of 9: The Construction Industry is Seeing Large Shifts With Several Interrelated Trends.

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How well the company is positioned to leverage these trends will have a huge impact on valuation and the ability to generate the cash required for the transaction.  

Succession: Ownership Transition Issues - Number 8 Industry Trends. Focusing on Project Deliver Methods, Technology, Geographic Expansion, and Talent Shortage.

Contractors that are poorly prepared for these trends will find lower valuations and fewer exit options. They are also likely having significant problems attracting and retaining talent, which is in limited supply as the best talent is attracted to the teams that will win tomorrow.  

Consider our Executive Briefing to prepare your team.


Issue 8 of 9: Industry Trends
Continue building value in your business, yourself and your key team members with a good succession strategy....

Issue 8 of 9: Industry Trends
Continue building value in your business, yourself and your key team members with a good succession strategy....

Changes - Impacts Beyond the Direct Costs
Contractors don't typically see the full negative impact of changes and, therefore, don’t put the right level of resources into their management.
Headcount, Stages of Contractor Growth, and Growth Inflection Points
Every contractor will navigate very predictable stages of growth. Each of these represents about a tripling of headcount and requires different leadership focus, strategies, structures, and systems. Stress and failure points are also very predictable.
Job Role Complexity: Four Major Factors
Job roles have varying degrees of complexity requiring different types of people to fill the role. Understanding the four major factors will help with job role design, organizational structure, and selection of the person for the role.