Why is there a need for a speedy recruitment process?
Posted by Steve Thomas , Construction Recruitment Director, UK & Canada on Tuesday, October 10, 2023
In a competitive industry that functions on the management of time, it is clear that an efficient system of finding and employing capable candidates is paramount. But how specifically can a swift employment programme help you? In this blog we will discuss the positive outcomes of acting quickly in the initial stages of a construction project.
Finding the best candidates
If you want to secure your best fit candidate for a live job vacancy, acting quickly will help. This means prompt candidate shortlisting, interviewing, selection and onboarding. Each stage of which should be speedy for three reasons:
- The best candidates will be in high demand; finding and hiring them swiftly will prioritise these highly qualified individuals.
- Acting quickly ensures a competitive edge, meaning that other companies are less likely to be able to present candidates with job offers before you have the chance to.
- Acting in good time means that, in the event that your preferred candidate cannot follow through and join your company, other shortlisted candidates can be reached and recruited instead.
Maxim Recruitment can help speed up your search. Our specialist team can bring you the most qualified and effective prescreened candidates, eliminating the need for wasted time in searching. We can also help you in the interview process, with advice and guidance about the specifics of each candidate.
Retaining best candidates throughout the recruitment process
A speedy recruitment process ensures candidate satisfaction. It avoids frustration from a drawn-out operation and undoubtedly leads to higher candidate retention rates through the recruitment process. Consistently delivering a quality experience to candidates projects a good company image, thus attracting more candidates of a high standard to your company.
Minimising delays on construction projects
Besides affording you the best candidates, a speedy recruitment process means that you will have the staff you need working on your live construction projects. A quick recruitment process can help you stay within project timelines, increasing productivity and profitability despite the need to pay a recruitment fee. Removing delays in recruitment mean time and money is saved and projects and employees will be under much less pressure.
Conclusion
So, a speedy recruitment process clearly has highly positive consequences for employers working in the construction industry. Efficient staff recruitment means that you can select and employ the most suitable candidates, secure a high success rate from candidates you offer jobs to, and can minimise project delays, hence saving time and money.
If you would like to find out about how Maxim Recruitment can speed up your recruitment process, and in the process save you money, please get in touch.
Steve is responsible for Maxim Recruitment in the UK. He is based in the Maxim head office in Leicester, Leicestershire and regularly travels to meet employers, job seekers and to attend construction industry networking events all over the UK. With over 20 years' experience in construction and property recruitment he works with a number of repeat clients and engages in search and headhunting assignments for a range of premium UK and international clients.