In the construction industry, rarely is a worker operating in isolation. Teamwork is a huge part of the job, and therefore it needs to be encouraged and nurtured to be successful.

Of course, hiring workers who are team-oriented is a crucial first step. But after that, it’s up to managers to help teamwork be cohesive and successful on the job site.

4 Tips to Make Teamwork Successful on the Construction Site

Implement these teamwork best practices and watch your construction site become even more successful.

Have a Shared Goal and Vision

The best teams share the same goals. As you create goals for your team, make sure they are SMART goals:

• Specific
• Measurable
• Achievable
• Realistic
• Time-based

When teams share a SMART goal, they are motivated and focused.

Assign Roles and Responsibilities

On any construction project, several groups are working together. They are all working towards the SMART goal, and the best way to meet that goal is to be sure that everyone has clear roles and responsibilities. In addition to skill sets and training, consider each worker’s strengths and weaknesses as you assign their roles. Be sure that everyone is clear on their tasks going forward for the best results.

Build Trust

Workers perform best when they feel valued and when they can trust their team and their managers. To create a trustworthy work environment, encourage feedback and be transparent with your team. Building trust takes time and is a constant work in progress.

Resolve Conflicts

When workers are in a team, conflicts are bound to happen. Even if you’re doing your best to create a healthy teamwork environment, scenarios arise, and conflicts are inevitable. The causes may originate from different points of view, misunderstandings, and interpersonal problems. As a manager, you will need to resolve these conflicts as quickly as possible. Skills like active listening, negotiation, problem-solving, and decision-making are all helpful when resolving disputes and moving forward as a team successfully.

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