Employee onboarding in Construction
Construction onboarding splits between site and office. Site safety inductions are usually site-specific and mandatory, and project roles must learn how information moves between site, office and subcontractors.
Site-specific safety inductions
Each site can have its own hazards and rules. A general induction does not replace the site induction.
Subcontractor coordination
Much of the work is done by subcontractors. Project roles must learn who is on site, who coordinates them and how changes are agreed.
Documentation and change control
Drawings, change orders and site diaries have strict version control. Errors cost money and time.
Examples
- A project manager attends the site induction before visiting the site for a status meeting.
- A coordinator learns the change-order process on a closed project file.
- An office manager learns how site teams request equipment.
How the first week differs
- Site induction before site visits
- Document control training
- Subcontractor and site team introductions
Common mistakes
- Office staff visiting sites without induction
- No training on document versioning
- Unclear authority for change orders