AI in the construction recruiting process.
In today’s fast-paced construction industry, finding skilled tradespeople and dependable project staff can make or break a job’s success. Traditional hiring methods often leave contractors waiting weeks for resumes, interviews, and background checks, which projects don’t have. Propel People changes that with an AI-powered recruiting process explicitly built for construction.
Our platform is designed to cut through the noise of traditional applicant tracking systems (ATS). By using automation, data-driven scoring, and mobile-first communication, we help contractors hire faster, smarter, and with less stress.
Why AI Matters in Construction Hiring
Artificial intelligence is transforming how construction companies recruit talent. Unlike generic hiring platforms, Propel People uses AI to analyze candidate applications in real time, surface the most qualified tradespeople, and streamline communication so that contractors can focus on building, not paperwork.
AI eliminates the guesswork in reviewing stacks of resumes. It evaluates skills, certifications, and experience, then matches them against your job requirements. This ensures every candidate you review has already been scored for quality and fit, saving hiring managers valuable time.
Benefits of Using AI in Recruiting
Faster Hiring Without Sacrificing Quality
With AI handling pre-screening and resume scoring, you get top candidates delivered directly to your dashboard. This allows you to fill critical roles faster while still hiring qualified talent.
Reduce Costs and Project Delays
Every day a role sits empty can cost thousands in lost productivity. Propel People’s AI helps prevent costly delays by ensuring you can quickly identify and onboard the right people.
Mobile-First Communication
Construction hiring doesn’t always happen at a desk. Propel People makes it simple for candidates to apply via SMS and for hiring teams to review and communicate with candidates from their phone.
Built for Construction, Not Corporate HR
Unlike other recruiting software, Propel People is purpose-built for construction. From project managers to electricians, laborers, and safety managers, our AI understands the industry’s unique roles and skills.
How Propel People’s AI Recruiting Works
Propel People’s AI technology automatically evaluates applicants and ranks them based on experience, certifications, and fit for the role. Candidates who are the best match rise to the top, saving you from wasting time on unqualified resumes.
Our system also integrates automated pre-screening questions, allowing you to filter applicants before they ever reach your desk. Once qualified candidates are identified, you can schedule interviews and manage communication directly on the platform.
The result: a streamlined hiring process that helps contractors keep their projects fully staffed and on schedule.
AI in Construction Recruiting FAQs
How does AI improve the recruiting process in construction?
AI saves time by automatically reviewing applications, scoring candidates, and surfacing the best matches. This reduces manual effort and speeds up hiring.
Will AI replace human hiring managers?
No. Propel People’s AI supports hiring managers by automating repetitive tasks like resume screening and candidate scoring. Final decisions remain with your team.
Can Propel People’s AI identify skilled tradespeople?
Yes. The platform is purpose-built for construction, with AI trained to recognize certifications, experience levels, and skills relevant to the industry.
How does AI reduce project delays?
By quickly filling open roles with qualified workers, Propel People helps contractors avoid the downtime and costs that come with short-staffed projects.
Is Propel People’s AI easy to use?
Absolutely. The system is mobile-first, allowing contractors and hiring teams to post jobs, review candidates, and communicate directly from their phones.
Does Propel People work for both subcontractors and general contractors?
Yes. Propel People is built to help both self-performing general contractors and subcontractors streamline hiring across project roles.
What is ProScore™?
ProScore™ is Propel People’s proprietary AI-powered scoring system that evaluates candidates and ranks them based on their fit for your open positions.
How does SMS-based recruiting help?
SMS applications make it easier for tradespeople to apply on the go, increasing the size of your talent pool and improving response rates.
Is AI recruiting more expensive than traditional hiring?
No. In fact, Propel People’s AI-driven process helps cut costs compared to traditional methods by reducing time to hire and preventing project delays.