Seeking an Experienced Safety Director

The Conco Companies is seeking an experienced Safety Director to provide safety leadership to over 1,200 employees for our Northern California, Southern California, Washington, Oregon and Colorado locations.   The individual will be responsible for helping to minimize and manage the legal and financial risks associated with an integrated subcontracting construction company.  The job includes overseeing Conco’s OSHA Compliance, our Fleet Safety Management, and Environmental Compliance. 

Ready for a Challenging Internship?

The Conco Companies, one of the West Coast’s largest commercial concrete contractors, is looking for interns and/or graduates to fill our Concrete Estimator positions.  As our team is comprised of some of the top experts in the concrete industry, this is an excellent opportunity to learn from the best.  In business since 1959, we have worked closely with contractors, developers, owners and engineers on various concrete methodologies in an effort to develop the best standards and practices in the industry today. 

The ACPA is Providing Help to Recruit Concrete Pump Operators

Many people have no idea what a concrete pump is and how it is used.  Just as many people are unaware that concrete pump operators are one of the highest paid careers in the construction industry and that the industry is actively recruiting people who may be interested in a career as a concrete pump operator.   

Shortages of Qualified Workers are Rampant throughout the Industry

Over the last several years, we have experienced a dwindling number of new workers seeking careers in the construction industry.  Some think this may be due to young people entering the job market feeling that construction work is not a glamorous or lucrative profession.  The problem has come to a head as older, experienced tradespeople retire and not enough people are stepping into the jobs causing a shortage in experienced cement masons, carpenters and ironworkers. 

Career Opportunities for Concrete Boom Operators

Conco Pumping is accepting applications for Concrete Boom Pump Operators at all locations including the Reno, NV area.  While we prefer applicants to be experienced, Conco is willing to train the right, motivated individuals.  We do require that all applicants possess a commercial driver’s license and have a clean driving record. 

Seeking an Experienced Senior Project Engineer for Fontana, California

The Conco Companies are looking for an experienced full-time Senior Project Engineer for our Los Angeles Region.  The preferred qualifications for the position include possessing a Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related program of study, but are NOT a requirement.  We also ask that applicants have a minimum of four years of related construction (vertical, commercial) experience in the local market.  

Career Opportunities for Construction Project Engineers in Portland, Oregon

Due to a growing demand for services, The Conco Companies recently expanded our operations and opened a new office in Portland, OR.  As such we are looking for full-time Project Engineers to support the Superintendent and Project Manager on assigned projects.

Qualities desired for the position include being able to work well in a team and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.  Applicants must also have the ability to manage their time efficiently and be adept at organizing and prioritizing tasks.

Seeking Qualified Project Managers for Our Southern California Operations

The Conco Companies have expanded our operations over the last several years, and as a result, we are always looking for talented individuals to join our team.  One of our current postings is for several qualified, full-time Project Managers for our Southern California locations.

ACI will Host a Workforce Innovation Summit at their Spring Convention

The American Concrete Institute along with the Women in Concrete Alliance will host a Workforce Innovation Summit at the Concrete Convention and Exposition on March 29^th in Detroit, MI.  According to the ACI, the symposium will address the critical question, “Do we have the right labor force for the jobs that will exist in 10 years?”

In the keynote session, the discussion will center on an “effective diversity strategy – what is working and what is hurting progress.”  Attendees will get a better understanding of the type of actions that can help drive progress within organizations. 

There will also be roundtable forums led by Pam Jeffords, a partner at Mercer and a global expert on diversity and inclusion in the workplace.  Along with valuable commentary and insight from industry leaders, the morning session will deal with several important issues facing the concrete industry.  Topics open to discussion include: Research update on the status of the industry; Talent acquisition and workforce retention; Opportunities for women; The future labor force; and Generational differences. 

Participants in the Workforce Innovation Summit will also have the opportunity to hear an update from Sefla Naomi Fuhrman regarding her recent doctoral research that “focused on women in nontraditional occupations, specifically the concrete-construction industry.”  She will discuss the reasons why women’s participation in the industry is still so low and share some strategies that can help to address the shortage.  In addition Sefla will provide some examples of support for women. 

The ACI and WICA explain that the summit is designed for all levels of the concrete industry and strongly encourage both men and women to attend.  This is a free event but registration is required.  Kimberly Kayler, WICA co-founder and an ACI Board of Director’s member says, “Building on the success of similar gatherings in South America, the Women in Concrete Alliance Steering Committee is excited to be able to host an event for the concrete industry that shares insight on today’s changing workforce.” She adds that the leading-edge speakers help to educate as well as provide practical guidance on how to thrive in today’s global workplace environment.

The Conco Companies are a leading supplier of concrete services throughout the Western U.S.  We got our start in the Bay Area in 1959 by offering clients the best value on a wide range of concrete services and products and are now one of the foremost concrete contractors in the region. Our concrete services include commercial, educational, industrial and public works projects as well as parking structures.

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