2025 State of HR Technology in the Construction Industry
The 2025 State of HR Technology in the Construction Industry report by Arcoro reveals that labor shortages and evolving workforce needs are driving construction companies to adopt HR technology—though 42% still lack it—to address hiring challenges, streamline payroll, improve compliance, and enhance workforce management, based on a survey of 300 US small to mid-sized firms.
Learn about construction’s biggest workforce challenges and how the industry is leveraging HR technology
Labor shortages, technological advancements and evolving workforce expectations are pushing construction companies to refine their HR strategies. From talent acquisition and retention to compliance and workforce development, HR technology is playing an increasingly vital role.
Arcoro surveyed 300 professionals from small to mid-sized, US-based construction companies across various sectors to learn how they’re using HR technology.
Read the research report to discover:
- Why hiring remains the #1 challenge
- The top HR tech priorities for construction companies
- How companies are processing payroll
- How long contractors have used HR tech—and what they think about it
- The biggest challenges to implementing HR tech
With nearly 42% of construction firms still operating without HR technology, you risk falling behind in an industry that’s rapidly evolving. By automating workflows, improving compliance, and streamlining workforce management, you can free up valuable resources and focus on growing your business.
See a demo of how HR technology can help your construction business.
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