Jan
09
2013
As executive search consultants involved in architecture, engineering and construction (A/E/C) and facilities management, we are acutely aware of how the changes occurring within healthcare are impacting the planning, design and construction of these complicated facilities. Over the past few years, we have seen this sector shift towards planning more community-focused facilities such as ambulatory-care …
Jul
18
2012
According to a recent survey conducted by Personnel Administration Services (PAS), the average base salaries of construction non-executive level staff rose 2.4% in 2011. It is expected to rise another 2.69% in 2012. Other findings of the organization’s research included: Only 14% of firms expect to freeze salaries this year, down from 21% in 2011. Respondents forecast …
Mar
28
2012
The A/E/C industry is stabilizing itself and firms are focused on advancing themselves and enhancing their growth. While the industry will continue to see mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and public – private partnerships, other new initiatives are gaining momentum including: technological innovation, alternative project delivery methods and strategic business development (BD) practices. Helbling’s clients are …
Sep
08
2011
A recent blog post on FMI’s website, written by Steve Boughton, made some interesting points about the importance of architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) firms measuring the ROI of their business development (BD) efforts. A great line in the post was, “what gets measured gets done”. A simple statement – but very true. For many …
Aug
12
2011
On July 20, 2011, the Association of Executive Search Consultants (AESC) released its latest Outlook Report on the industry. The report is based upon a survey of executive search professionals from around the world. In this report, these professionals gave a 66% positive prediction for the industry for the second half of 2011 based upon …
Aug
02
2011
In a recent blog post, Business Development & Its 6 Biggest Pain Points, Helbling & Associates discusses the current business development (BD) challenges that many A/E/C firms are facing. In another post, Solutions For Your Business Development Challenges, it outlines the basic operational principles that support a solid BD strategy. But there is an additional concept …
