The Top 3 Advantages of Selecting an Employee-Owned Construction Manager
Good employees generally show up on time for work and meet the minimum requirements. Great employees go above and beyond. However, employee-owners are vested in the success of their clients.
This is a small glimpse into how selecting a 100 percent employee-owned construction manager is advantageous to your business.
McCownGordon Construction became 100 percent employee-owned in 2015 and has experienced significant growth in conjunction with high customer experience rates—a win-win for clients. Owners benefit from a culture of entrepreneurial thinking, high employee engagement and enhanced productivity.
Your Guide To Employee Ownership In Construction
Employee-owned construction firms bring these advantages to your business:
- Relationships are one of our companies three core values. As employee-owners, we take a long-term partnership approach, investing in truly understanding our clients. We don’t just focus on the current project; we consider your business’s broader goals and how your facilities and buildings align with your future vision. This relationship allows us to prioritize your needs and guide you in making the best long-term decisions. For instance, you might choose a more economical heating and cooling system today, knowing that an upgrade will align better with your plans for expansion in the next decade.
- Innovation comes naturally to employee-owners. With a vested interest in the company’s success, they are motivated to find creative solutions to complex client challenges. Whether it’s accelerating project timelines through advanced technology or saving costs by strategically phasing construction for maximum efficiency, employee-owners are always seeking ways to improve. When innovation is embedded in the company culture, it inspires everyone to continually push the boundaries of what’s possible.
- Accountability can be defined as “ownership.” Employee-owners are accountable for their actions, decisions and outcomes. In construction management this translates to higher quality, minimal schedule delays, transparency for all dollars spent and seamless teamwork.
Construction projects can be significant undertaking for organizations where outcomes are critical. Selecting a 100 percent employee-owned construction management firm ensures you have a dedicated advocate by your side throughout the entire process, committed to your success.
