Navigating Supply & Demand Challenges in Construction
From residential neighborhoods to commercial developments, construction professionals across the country are facing a common challenge: soaring demand paired with limited supply. Builders are under pressure to deliver, but material delays, labor shortages, and rising costs are making it harder to keep projects on track.
Executive Recruiter Krista Kersey will talk about the supply and demand issues and provide some insights from conversations she’s having with leaders across the industry.
Housing Demand Remains Resilient
Despite ongoing economic concerns and rising interest rates, homebuyer demand hasn’t slowed down—especially in the affordable and move-up price points. Builders want to keep pace, but material availability and workforce challenges continue to hold them back.
While some supply chain improvements have helped, many builders and developers are still navigating unpredictable delivery timelines and elevated pricing. Skilled labor shortages remain widespread, forcing construction leaders to adjust schedules and shift project strategies just to stay on track.
In commercial construction, the story is similar. Developers are having to get creative with phasing and sourcing to protect margins and hit targets.
Strategic Hiring Is More Important Than Ever
From where I sit, I’m seeing increased demand for purchasing professionals, construction managers who can adapt quickly, and operational leaders who’ve been through tough market cycles before. Companies want people who can do more than build, they need people who can strategize, problem-solve, and keep teams focused when conditions aren’t ideal.
The ones that are thriving? They’re staying nimble and doubling down on hiring smart.
Punch List & Final Thoughts
The supply and demand imbalance isn't going away overnight. But the construction companies that are adapting—those investing in strong vendor partnerships, streamlining operations, and building resilient teams—are the ones setting themselves up for long-term success.
While no two markets are exactly alike, there’s real value in sharing what’s working (and what’s not) with peers across the industry. That’s how we grow, stay agile, and keep building—even in tough conditions.
If you're open to discussing how your team is navigating these challenges, I’d love to connect. Let's keep the conversation going.
