ABOUT
The construction industry has an important role to play in society and is working to improve the work environment and the image of the industry. Young people are open to technological innovation and digitalization. They can bring in new ideas and ways of achieving sustainability. They also have the potential to keep up with the advancement of digital technology and automation. Hiring and training young people is crucial in securing a next-generation workforce and in passing on knowledge to them through the guidance of veteran workers. The future of the construction industry depends on securing this next-generation workforce, and Iwata Construction Human Resources Network was established to be of help in attracting valuable human resources.
DESIRED FIGURE
The type of person we are seeking in the construction industry has the following characteristics and skills:
technical knowledge and experience, team-working and communication skills, problem solving and decision-making abilities, organizational and management skills, safety awareness and quality control skills, and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
People who have these characteristics and skills will be successful and trusted in the construction industry.
ICT / AI
Some of the many advantages of using ICT and AI in the construction industry include that they enable data management and sharing, predictive analytics and optimization, sensor technology and monitoring, and the use of robots and automation. ICT enables efficient data management and real-time information sharing. AI makes predictions and optimizations based on the analysis of past data. Monitoring using sensor technologies and IoT assists decision-making based on real-time data and early detection of anomalies, while robots and automation improve work efficiency and safety. These technologies will help us overcome labor shortages and reduce high-risk operations.
MESSAGE
We interviewed those who are working in the construction industry and asked them about their work, future direction of the industry, and the kind of people they are looking for.
The construction industry in recent years has been improving the work environment and wages so as to improve the attractiveness and image of the industry as a whole. Using ICT and AI, even young operators can perform tasks in a shorter time than before. We are looking for a wide variety of people regardless of nationality, gender, or former professions without being limited by industry conventions .
COMPANY
The construction industry plays a key role in constructing social infrastructure and buildings, and we work in this industry feeling a sense of mission and accomplishment. We often feel it is our mission to contribute to society by completing each project. Construction projects are complex and large in scale, which bring us a sense of accomplishment when we successfully complete the project. This sense of accomplishment is also felt through working cooperatively in teams because structures and buildings we construct will have a long-term impact on society. Construction work contributes to society and gives us satisfaction when we accomplish shared goals.
