VMST supply hundreds of welders, shuttering carpenter, plasterers , tiller for ALSAYED & PARTNERS Contracting Co. ltd

Successfully arranging the recruitment campaign of over one hundred candidates for A.S.ALSAYED & PARTNERS Contracting Co. ltd with the vacancies of Welders, steel fixers, shuttering carpenters, plasterers and tillers

Last 10^th January 2015, Vietnam Manpower Service and Trading Joint Stock Company (VMST) was very honor to welcome the delegates of A.S.ALSAYED & PARTNERS Contracting Co. ltd to come Vietnam for the direct interviews and trade tests with candidates supplied by VMST.

A.S.ALSAYED & PARTNERS Contracting Co. ltd has the first classification in the Kingdom in the field of construction and mechanical works. With the vision to establish the highest standards of competition while maintaining a professional service and values in each sector they work in, A.S.ALSAYED & PARTNERS Contracting Co. ltd has been achieving to be the contractors of lots of projects in the government as well as private sector.

To meet the requirement for a large number of projects over the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,A.S.ALSAYED & PARTNERS recognize the importance of increasing the number and quality of the staffs and workers for the company.

Satisfying with the quality and work performance of Vietnamese workers supplied by Vietnam Manpower Service and Trading JSC since 2009, A.S.ALSAYED & PARTNERS Contracting Co. ltd decided to continue choosing VMST to be the main Manpower Supplier for their requirement this time.

Thanks to the scientific recruitment process and the cooperation of clients, the interviews and trade tests have been implemented successfully.

Below are some pictures from the trade test:

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Is it Time to Re-Evaluate Your Talent Management Strategies?

People are an increasingly valuable source of sustainable competitive advantage for organizations such as engineering and construction firms operating in a global economy that’s characterized by only one certainty – change. Chronic skill gaps combined with a mismatch between demand and supply of talent mean that getting and keeping the right people in the right places at the right time has never been more challenging.
 Against this background, CEOs of engineering and construction companies are once again citing a lack of key skills as one of the hottest issues on their agenda. HR leaders are being challenged to mobilize talent to help businesses grow. This is prompting many companies to ask if it is time to reevaluate talent management strategies?

Measure to Manage Research indicates that only a minority of CEOs are getting comprehensive HR management information for the measures they say are important. Analytics research shows some interesting correlations:
 • Organizations with higher revenues relative to their human capital investment (i.e., people productivity) are experiencing higher rates of revenue growth (less than 20 percent per year) compared to their competitors. They invest more in recruiting and display better quartile performance in improved acceptance rates for job offers and more rapid time to hire.
• In terms of people management, organizations with lower rates of employee absenteeism and resignation as well as a greater performance-related component in their reward (compared to competitors), display stronger revenue productivity relative to human capital investment and grow their revenues more quickly over time than competitors.
• On a similar basis, these higher performing organizations typically invest more in training.
 Managing Talent to Deliver Value Over many years working with 90 percent of the engineering and construction firms in the Fortune 500, I have found organizations each see ‘talent’ in a unique way, based on business strategy and goals. For instance, there are some businesses that need to rapidly upscale their operations, while others struggle to incentivize and keep their star performers in pivotal roles. But overall, getting talent management right means firms should worry less about their talent problems and more about their business opportunities. This will enable them to identify the specific areas of talent management that could add the most value to their business and the improvements that deliver the best return on investment
John Doherty serves as PwC’s US engineering and construction advisory leader. He has more than 35 years of experience in industry and expertise in the areas of strategic planning, large capital program management, project risk assessment, project bidding, buyout optimization, project execution improvement, supply chain management, strategic planning and IT management and application implementation. John received his Bachelor of Science in Geology from Boston College, a Master of Science in Geology from Dartmouth College, and an MBA from Boston University’s Graduate School of Business.
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How to Use Project Management Data to Streamline Construction Operations

Vietnam Construction Manpower

You’ve probably heard about the benefits of construction project management software, such as analytics and reporting tools that can streamline operations and provide accurate, real time insights into project cost and efficiency.

However, if you haven’t gotten around to implementing such software yet, you’re not alone. Construction companies spend less on IT than any other industry and continually struggle to both manage project data and use it to their advantage.

Centralizing Construction Information Is Key

Incredible organization is required to successfully manage large architecture, engineering, and construction projects with countless moving parts. Each part of a construction project generates vast amounts of data. When all of this information is kept in separate spreadsheets and documents, it’s difficult to make fast, data-driven decisions.

Let’s examine some of the ways these tools can improve your operations.

Collaboration Through Document Sharing

Vast amounts of documents are exchanged during a project: purchase orders, change orders, requests for information, drawing sets, contracts, submittals, photos, and so on. Electronically managing documents improves communication between all parties.

Additionally, with all your documents organized in one place, it’s possible to streamline the search process. Many platforms have advanced search functions designed to help locate relevant information by inspecting document contents or metadata tags, erasing the need to manually sort through papers.

Labor Tracking and Performance Management

Project management tools can replace handwritten field reports, daily logs, and timesheets with employee time tracking solutions. Tracking labor progress as it happens allows managers to remotely capture accurate time and attendance records, which tells them where workers and what kind of labor costs they should expect.

If one group is running over budget, managers can “drill-down” to see the source of inefficiency, such as labor or supply. This can help answer questions such as, should you replace your plumbing subcontractor or just buy from a different supplier?

Equipment Tracking

Asset management, equipment tracking, and tool assignment are all features that allow managers to know where tools and equipment are. These features allow you to track, and record metrics like equipment use, location, hours used, and mileage. This data can also be used to verify payroll hours, determine if additional equipment is needed, and assess operator performance.

Real-time Information for Swift Decisions

The opportunity to manage construction operations remotely is a major benefit of project management tools and the data they can generate. From increased collaboration and organization, to labor tracking and equipment management, such data allows managers to view bottlenecks and immediately determine if a project is on schedule.

This information doesn’t just help streamline projects. It can also be used to build more accurate bids in the future. Companies can look at past projects and estimate the time, cost, and resources necessary for similar future projects. For companies looking to gain a competitive edge by streamlining their operations, project management tools and data are key.

 Hope this information will be helpful for your business 

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Five Ways To Improve Communication Among Construction Staff

Lacking of communication on construction sites can lead to costly delays and much worse. The wrong materials could be installed or a significant element overlooked. Here are five ways to get your construction staff on the right track.

1.Use meetings properly

Most construction groups hold weekly or even daily safety meetings. Covering the required safety topics is important, but this time should also be used to cover any other important issues on the agenda.

To keep meetings orderly, one individual should be in charge of the discussion. Each group supervisor can create a list of their current problems, including parts shortages or change orders. The designated employee can go over the areas and keep conversations from wandering to eliminate wasted time. Simply arranging for all workers to meet for five or 10 minutes before or after a shift will provide the time needed for keeping everyone updated.

2.Post notices                               

Gang boxes and break areas are good locations for posting notices. Use a system of having employees initial notices after reading them. This will allow you to know which workers may have missed the information and you can reach out to them directly. Notices can provide information on everything from change orders to scheduled meetings.

3.Be approachable

This can be a critical issue on construction sites. As a general manager or supervisor, your time is often spent chasing down problems. Staying in one location for any length of time is difficult. Paying attention to every small problem is even more difficult.

Unfortunately, if workers feel they cannot communicate with you, things will get out of control quickly. If your situation does not allow for individual contact, make sure that supervisors are available to all workers on crews. Employees must be able to go to a supervisor when problems develop, and the small problems are often the ones that quickly become major work interruptions.

4.Follow a chain of command

Because communication errors can be so costly, you need to make sure that you establish a strong chain of command. Again, you may not always be available, which leaves crew supervisors in the position of making critical decisions. The responsibility level of each supervisor depends of the exact nature of your business, but all workers must know where to go to get the answers they require. Your supervisors can then contact you or handle problems and advise you of the solutions later.

5.Use technology for all workers

Communication will be greatly improved when issues are relayed immediately. Cellphones are not always the answer on construction sites, especially for heavy equipment operators.

Tablets or laptop computers can be used to store current blueprints and can be updated quickly through wireless technology. These can be easily mounted in heavy equipment to provide operators with the latest data they need to get their work done the right way. By adding GPS tracking, supervisors will always know where operators are, reducing the time spent locating operators and equipment.

Making technology work for you will reduce communication delays and mistakes. Each supervisor has the ability to use their own device to keep in touch with crew members. Changes to blueprints can be made without finding each outstanding hard copy and replacing it. While this may not eliminate all errors, it will make your daily operations easier while providing more control over individual stages.

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Five Cloud-Based Solutions Every Construction Project Manager Should Know About

Construction project management isn’t rocket science. But coordinating the numerous stakeholders, contractors, clients, and corresponding documents involved in large construction projects often makes the process much more complicated than need be.
Finding the right solution for your business can be an overwhelming process, especially as technology rapidly changes to keep up with the construction industry’s unique demands.

As projects get more complex and the construction industry moves toward building information modeling, project management systems that use cloud-based computing are becoming vital. Cloud-based solutions foster collaboration, transparency, and efficiency throughout the construction process.

Additional benefits include:

Accessibility: One of the biggest limitations for companies using traditional software is that information can only be accessed on the computer where it has been installed. Software as a Service (SaaS) provides freedom and mobility. Users can access the software easily and collaborate from any location using a mobile device.
Simplicity: Cloud software requires no hardware or infrastructure and minimal IT help. There is no software to install on your computer and new versions are always compatible.
Scalability: The pay as you go model of SaaS provides options and flexibility. Changing your subscription plan to accommodate additional users or storage needs is fast and immediate.
If you’re looking to improve your construction management processes, the following list details the best cloud-based PM solutions available.

Procore: Procore has over 450 client companies managing more than a thousand construction projects with their software. With over 180,000 registered users, Procore recently earned a spot on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 list. Procore was designed from the beginning as a web-based application by professionals with firsthand construction industry experience.

Aconex: Aconex is a global cloud solution used by more than 500,000 people across 70 countries, as well as several Fortune 500 construction and engineering companies. Aconex is the most widely used SaaS collaboration platform in the world for construction, infrastructure, energy and resources projects.

EADOC: EADOC was founded by Eric Lawin 2006 after his experience working for a large contractor on commercial and industrial projects. He combined his knowledge of the construction industry with his experience in the software industry to prototype and build a fast, secure, and easy to use web based collaborative construction management app.

Jonas: Jonas Software is a leading provider of North American construction and service contractor solutions. Their project management solution integrates with payroll, inventory, and accounting to provide a robust system suited for enterprise projects.

Viewpoint: Viewpoint Construction Software has been a global provider of construction-specific solutions for over 35 years. Their enterprise ready solution was recently named included among Construction Executive’s 2014 Hot Products list.

Additional solutions to consider: BuilderTREND, Co-construct, Corecon, Dexter + Chaney, Projectmates

Software as a Service can help streamline business processes, foster collaboration, and eliminate software maintenance and incompatibility issues. Cloud-based solutions like the ones detailed above provide the necessary tools to keep your construction projects from becoming chaotic – and best of all, they receive continuous updates from the vendor, making sure you’ve always got the latest features.
Hope with these solution, each construction manager can

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Five Tips for Construction Claims Risk Management

Risk management in construction 

 Conduct a risk assessment for all aspects of your construction projects not just the statutory items such as Health and Safety. Ensure that you are maintaining detailed records and that they are accessible to the relevant people. By doing this a great deal of risk can be averted. Not only that, but a company’s resources can be protected, along with their finances.

 1.Start writing
 Contract negotiations are one of the earliest stages in any construction project, as well as one of the most important. This is where intentions are stated, realities are acknowledged, budgets are formalized and – most importantly – stipulations are inserted for specific eventualities. Unless a standard JCT/NEC contract is being used, contracts should be unambiguously worded to avoid rival lawyers finding loopholes in the event of litigation. Equally, common sense should also prevail, which is why it’s a bad idea to over-promise at the tendering stage. Contract formation usually exposes any over-optimism in a bidder’s approach.

 2. Fail to prepare…

 It’s a cliché, but a relevant one. Failure to prepare for potential issues or scenarios can effectively store up problems for a later date. For instance, it’s a boring job but if checks aren’t made that the correct version of drawings and specs are being used by all parties then a claim or an element of rework is likely to be on the cards. An appropriate risk assessment would highlight the correct procedure for this mundane but vital task and the project would get off on the right foot.

A detailed plan of action should be drawn up, followed in sequence and fully recorded at every stage. This can take many forms, from the all-important site diary to notes on any client communication - no matter how informal or brief. That way, a stout defence can be mounted against any future claims, with detailed evidence to show that the agreed processes were adhered to at all times.

 3. Variations and retention

Variation requests are almost inevitable during construction projects and it’s impossible to predict every issue that may arise. Managing variations is an art-form rather than a science, but the key to handling them effectively is to manage the flow of paperwork and ensure that key people don’t have to drop what they’re doing in order to respond effectively. Losing these personnel for periods of time while they play catch-up can be as much of a drain on a company’s resources as a financial write-down. It’s far better to equip employees with the tools and procedures that allow them to resolve potential issues, efficiently and effectively.

Retentions are another cause of strife and redirected energies. Even a five per cent retention value can be significant in a seven or eight-figure contract, so if the client tries to withhold final payment, it’s important to robustly pursue this with the correct and pertinent information to hand. Again, comprehensive paper trails are crucial if there is any disagreement about a job’s completion or quality.

4. Call in the experts

Any contractor should know their way around a standard form contract, but because construction contracts are sometimes open to interpretation it is advisable to seek experienced counsel in this area and also when dealing with highly specialised areas like insurance. Issues like health and safety are too important - and potentially litigious - to be managed by inexperienced staff. That’s particularly true given the penalties (including prison sentences) that can occur following a major incident, particularly if on-site personnel hadn’t been provided with appropriate training and PPE.

5. On the record

Effective record keeping is the bedrock upon which all the above problems can be managed, diminished and resolved. However, this involves more than producing a daily diary of events, or communicating with suppliers by email. It involves combining disparate elements like photography, site reports, accounting and third-party correspondence into a single cohesive system. It should be undertaken at every stage of a project’s lifespan and be universally accessible.

The type of records required can encompass almost anything. Because of this, many companies struggle to maintain comprehensive records. Individual employees often have their own data silos, which are not part of any centralised information system. It isn’t good enough for staff members to tap their foreheads and say “it’s all in here”, or to put their trust in offline databases on easily lost or damaged computers without backup copies. A full record of events should be exactly that, with no exceptions for lost paperwork or computer viruses.

This is where the right construction management software can be beneficial, providing for comprehensive record keeping and note-taking. As well as offering real-time updates on costs and overspends, effective software will enable everyone to see the same information, with a consistent, joined-up timeline offering an unambiguous record of events. Best of all, information can easily be retained long after a project is concluded – six years is the minimum period that records should be kept.
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Recruitment process of construction workers from Viet Nam

The best recruitment process of construction workers 

Vietnam Manpower has always being trusted by the partner because our company applies the most selective, rigorous and exactrecruitment process. This factor creates the impressive feature of Vietnam Manpower JSC that no other Vietnamese businesses have. With the purpose of meeting the maximum demand of business owners, our company always consider it as our mission, standardizing all aspects to bring many benefits for other business owners as well as prestige our brand in the marketplace.

So, what make us different from other companies supplying labors to abroad in Vietnam now?

Firstly, we standardize the quality of labor input. All of construction workers are carefully selected about the expertise, skills, language, health and other necessary factors.

Secondly, Vietnam Manpower construction workers are trained carefully with a variable and professional vocational college system. Currently, we are affiliating with more than 20 other career training school, who serves the best facilities and highest quality services. Including:

                Vipco Crew

License for sending Labors to work abroad No. 298/LDTBXH-GP granted by Vietnam Ministry of Labor Invalids and Social Affairs dated on December 29, 2011.

Address: 156/109 Truong Chinh Road, Dong Hoa Industrial Zone, Kien An, Hai Phong, Vietnam

      Global Polytechnic Corporation

License for sending Labors to work abroad No. 200/LDTBXH-GP granted by Vietnam Ministry of

Labor Invalids and Social Affairs dated on August 19, 2009.

Address: Ha Hoi Hamlet, Tan Lap Commune, Dan Phuong Dist., Hanoi City, Vietnam

      Nhat Minh International JSC

License for sending Labors to work abroad No. 350/LDTBXH-GP granted by Ministry of Labor

Invalids and Social Affairs dated on May 03, 2013. Address: Hai An, Hai Phong City, Vietnam

      Vinh Phuc Tourism and Import Export JSC

License for sending Labors to work abroad No. 266/LDTBXH-GP granted by Vietnam Ministry of

Labor Invalids and Social Affairs

Address: Ly Bon Str, Dong Da Ward, Vinh Yen City, Vietnam

      Tourist, Trade and Labor Export JSC

Address: 160 Le Trong Tan Str, Khuong Mai Ward, Thanh Xuan Dist, Hanoi, Vietnam

      Vinh Cat Investment Joint Stock Company  (VICA., JSC)

License for sending Labors to work abroad No. 182/LDTBXH-GP granted by Vietnam Ministry of

Labor Invalids and Social Affairs dated on January 08, 2009.

Address: Van Quan, Ha Dong Dist, Hanoi City, Vietnam

      Tay Ha Technical Career Training School

Address: Ha Hoi Hamlet, Tan Lap Commune, Dan Phuong Dist, Hanoi City, Vietnam

      Hanoi Vocational College of High Technology

Address: Tay Mo, Tu Liem Dist, Hanoi City, Vietnam    

      Bach Dang Ship Building Industry Vocational College

Address: No 3 Phan Dinh Phung Str, Ha Ly Ward, Hong Bang Dist, Hai Phong City, Vietnam

      Ha Tinh Vocational Training College

Address: No 454, Ha Huy Tap Str, Ha Tinh City, Vietnam

      Duyen Hai Vocational Training College

Address: No.156/109 Truong Chinh Str, Kien An, Hai Phong City, Viet Nam

      College of Urban Works Construction

Address: Yen Thuong, Gia Lam, Hanoi City, Vietnam

      Thang Long International Cooperation and Investment JSC., (Thang Long OSC)

      License for sending Labors to work abroad No. 345/LDTBXH-GP granted by Vietnam Ministry of

          Labor Invalids and Social Affairs date on January 14, 2013

           Address: 172 Nguyen Ngoc Nai, Khuong Mai Ward, Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi City, Vietnam

      Viet Ha Ha Tinh Joint Stock Company

Address: Dai Nai, Ha Tinh City, Ha Tinh, Vietnam

Thirdly, Vietnam Manpower conducts the most standard recruitment process and brings the best benefits. The recruiting form that we are applying is highly scientific. Unlike other businesses, Vietnam Manpower standardizes this process right from the beginning, the selection of records, worker’s CV.

Step 1: Basing on working experiences, qualifications as well as language skills of employees, we choose the most appropriate CV. All of chosen CV has the clear classification

Step 2: Marking of the correct order, from low to high in order to ensure the seriousness of the exam process

Step 3: Conducting competition for general labors, foreman as well as other management levels. At the same time, for the higher managers, we organize interview with professional skills, experiences and language for the purpose of choosing the best candidate

Step 4: The employer checks the test, complete the exam and let the workers sign into their test.

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CONSTRUCTION WORKER LABOUR HIRE

Taking on a new construction worker is something that any company will have to do from time to time, but the thought of screening and interviewing candidates is not always an appealing one. With Design & Construct on your side, we can take control of your construction worker hire needs, while making sure you only see people who are best suited to the role you are advertising. After all, few businesses have the time or inclination to go through all the applications they receive only to find that the candidates are simply not up to the job! We have plenty of experience in construction worker labour hire, so you can rest assured that we always have your best interests in mind. From the moment you get in touch, we will strive to establish your needs and determine what you want from your new construction worker. Whether you are looking to hire a temporary construction worker, or someone on a more permanent basis, Design & Construct has the skills and expertise to make your strategy a success. To discuss in more detail how we can help your organisation, give our consultants a call and they can offer you some guidance on your construction worker labour hire. GETTING CONSTRUCTION WORKER HIRE RIGHT FIRST TIME Design & Construct has built up an extensive list of contacts and clients during its time in the construction worker hire business, which can only work to your advantage. When tasked with your construction labour hire needs, we will use all the avenues open to us to find the best possible candidates for the role you are advertising. Regardless of whether people are actively looking for a new role or not, we will headhunt anyone we believe could add value to your company. Design & Construct knows that construction worker hire is not something you can afford to take lightly, which is why we establish your requirements from the outset and take them seriously throughout the recruitment process. We treat every client as an individual, so make sure you give us all the information you think we will need to bring the best construction worker hire results possible. Viet Nam Construction Worker Supplier

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