The hidden risk in industrial projects: The experience gap between teams
For the past few years, the conversation across refining and petrochemical has centered on one thing: the labor shortage. Finding bodies. Filling seats. Getting crews on-site. And while that problem has not gone away, it is no longer the whole story. Because here is what is actually happening: many owner-operators, EPCs and contractors are not …
The relocation reality no one wants to say out loudIn Section Bic Recruiting: Professional Perspectives
By: TONI ROSARIO Director of HR & Recruiting BIC Recruiting Let’s just call it what it is. If your roles aren’t getting filled right now, it’s not just a tough market. The rules of hiring have changed. A few years ago, you could run a national search, put together a competitive package and expect strong candidates to …
The skilled trades crisis: Why 2026 demands a new recruiting playbook
By: TONI ROSARIO Director of HR & Recruiting BIC Recruiting: Professional Perspectives The construction and industrial sectors need 500,000 additional workers in 2026 just to keep pace with demand. If you’re a contractor struggling to fill positions, this is your daily reality. We’re out of time for half-measures. The contractors who thrive won’t be posting more ads. …
The boomer exodus: Recruiting in a changing energy workforce
The workforce challenge facing our industry is reaching a critical point. Baby boomers are retiring in waves, taking decades of operational knowledge with them. At the same time, we’re competing for younger talent in a market where energy careers often lose out to tech companies and other industries perceived as more modern. I’ve been in …
Why do hiring managers chase unicorns instead of great fits?
By: TONI ROSARIO Director of BIC Recruiting and Human Resources BIC Recruiting Let’s be honest: sometimes it feels like hiring managers think we recruiters have a secret stable of unicorns tucked away, ready to trot out on command. But the obsession with the “unicorn candidate” is real. And while it comes from a good place — wanting …