Connect Workforce Strategy to Project Delivery to Unlock Productivity, Reduce Delays & Outperform in a Labor Constrained Construction Market
Construction is facing a structural workforce challenge that is fundamentally reshaping how projects are delivered. In 2026, the industry needs to attract nearly 500,000 additional workers, while over 80% of firms report difficulty filling roles, a gap already impacting timelines, cost performance, and organizational resilience.
The consequences are immediate: 45% of contractors report project delays directly caused by labor shortages, reinforcing that the ability to mobilize, deploy, and sustain skilled labor at scale now determines project success.
Leading firms recognize that success is driven upstream. Decisions around labor planning and coordination have a measurable impact on productivity, sequencing, and delivery outcomes, demanding a willingness to challenge traditional approaches.
LEAP HR: Construction creates a space to bring the construction HR leaders doing most to challenge traditional thinking together to talk honestly about the critical workforce challenges putting projects at risk, and to share the practical solutions that are actually working as they seek to build construction companies that can continue to grow, adapt and deliver under pressure.
I have always had a good experience at LEAP HR. The topics, networking, support, and information are always valuable. It's my 7th year, I believe. I still find value in this conference.
Dan Lester, Vice President - Field Culture & Inclusion, Clayco
Many of the challenges that construction HR leaders, face today are unique and complex. Coming together as a community at LEAP HR: Construction to share the best practices that will help us move forward is invaluable and essential.
Seth McColley, former Vice President of Human Resources, Kirby Smith Machinery
Before I attended LEAP HR: Construction I hadn’t yet found a way to connect with my peers at other progressive construction firms. A forum like this which allows engineering & construction people leaders to plug into a network of industry best practice is vital.
Lauren Bediako, former Vice President Human Resources, HITT Contracting
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