Developing Your Construction Supervisors

Subcontracted teams, tight deadlines, and rising safety demands place constant pressure on construction leaders. The consequences of poor leadership are clear: stalled projects, increased risks, and declining team performance.

CMOE’s Construction Supervisor Training program builds the critical skills your leaders need to succeed:

• Coaching
• Problem-solving
• Communication and relationship-building
• Teamwork and collaboration

We build leaders who solve today’s challenges and prepare for tomorrow’s success. Partner
with us.

The Challenges That Construction Supervisors Face

Scarcity of Qualified Team Members

Attracting and retaining qualified team members has become an acute and ongoing challenge for the construction industry. The number of entry-level construction workers has grown by 72.8% , and one in five workers is approaching retirement.

Technical skill gaps: Roughly 68% of construction firms report job applicants lack the skills to fulfill their prospective roles. Therefore, supervisors need to invest more time in training, coaching, and supporting underprepared team members while still meeting project deadlines.

Rising turnover: With a turnover rate of nearly 54%, the construction industry places added pressure on supervisors that challenge their ability to stay focused on core responsibilities.

These dynamics leave supervisors overextended. They must manage teams, resolve conflicts, and meet client expectations.

Safety

Four out of five construction businesses report an urgent need for enhanced safety training.

Supervisors are expected to:

• Possess a deep understanding of safety best practices.
• Communicate and coach safety expectations effectively.
• Engage in safety performance reviews to proactively address lapses, reduce risks, and protect the workforce.

The probability of workplace incidents, injuries, and compliance violations increases significantly without proper training, threatening both operational performance and the organization’s reputation.

Develop Key Competencies in Construction Supervisors

Build confident leaders with the coaching, problem-solving, and communication skills they need to guide teams, resolve challenges, and deliver results.

Coaching

Strengthen supervisors’ ability to lead performance discussions, nurture high-potential talent, and elevate the capabilities of skilled team members through ongoing development and support.

Proactive Problem-Solving

Train supervisors to anticipate challenges, navigate problems with confidence, make sound decisions, and lead projects that stay on time and on budget.

Communication & Relationships

Strengthen supervisors’ ability to connect with diverse teams, communicate expectations clearly, and build collaborative partnerships across projects.

Team Leadership

Equip supervisors to build a high-performing team culture committed to shared goals and skilled at working through interpersonal differences.

Custom Learning Solutions

Since 1978, we’ve partnered with construction firms to develop solutions that fit their specific leadership needs. We understand the pressures you face: managing subcontracted teams, closing skill gaps, meeting safety standards, and delivering projects on time.

Our tailored solutions ensure your supervisors build the specific competencies needed to drive performance in your environment.

Through a collaborative design process, we:

1. Assess your organization’s unique needs and workforce challenges.
2. Align solutions and training objectives with your talent development goals and business priorities.
3. Deliver practical, industry-relevant tools and strategies that create lasting behavior change.

With CMOE as your guide, your supervisors gain the skills, confidence, and support they need
to meet today’s challenges and lead tomorrow’s projects successfully.

Actionable Takeaways from CMOE Construction Supervisor Training

Upon conclusion of the leadership training, supervisors will walk away with four key takeaways:

1. Have a clearly defined plan for how to overcome current team member and jobsite specific challenges.
2. Adapt communication styles to various team member personalities and styles.
3. Proactively and effectively make decisions that benefit the team’s safety and outcomes.
4. Use an effective coaching model to manage performance, improve productivity, and promote safe working practices.

From instructor-led learning experiences to self-paced digital courses, supervisors will have access to the best training approach for your organization.

Build Confident Leaders. Drive Lasting Results.

Creating leadership solutions that drive real change is simple with our proven process:

1. Schedule a Consultation: Share your leadership challenges and goals.
2. Customize Your Plan: We’ll help you identify or design a solution that fits your needs.
3. Transform Your Organization: Implement research-backed strategies that deliver measurable results.

Move from struggling with leadership challenges to developing capable, inspiring construction supervisors who lead teams effectively and drive sustainable success. Contact our team to get started.