How Strong Business Values Lead to Financial Success in the Construction Industry

What defines success in the construction industry? While many businesses measure success primarily through financial metrics, at PDI Drywall, we believe true success is rooted in building and maintaining strong business values. 

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Hector Montiel embodies our strong company culture at PDI

A Close-Up on Hector Montiel, PDI Vice President

At PDI Drywall, our business philosophy sets us apart. Positivity, communication, and respect form the foundation of our company culture. Committed to excellence, we don’t just meet project timelines— we consistently exceed them. 

What exactly is our secret? How do we finish jobs faster and under budget while maintaining a positive company culture? 

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employees work together, displaying a positive company culture in the construction industry

Crafting Your Best Company Culture: How to Attract and Keep Top Construction Talent

In the world of construction, the value of holding onto skilled employees has always been clear. Keeping your team intact will pave the way for more efficient job sites and better results. But in today’s construction landscape, marked by a shortage of skilled labor, the importance of employee retention has surged to a whole new level.

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A meeting showing the benefits of mentorship for women in construction

Building Success: The Power of Mentorship for Women in Construction

Nineteen years ago, when I started PDI Drywall, mentorship for women in construction wasn’t readily available. I relied on observation, self-trust, and learning from my own mistakes to navigate my journey. At the time, I lived by the philosophy that it was me against the world.

Over time, I adapted, gained confidence, and even became a mentor myself. I learned that you can achieve even more greatness with the help and guidance of others than you can just by going at it alone. 

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A woman confidently operating a miter saw on a construction site, illustrating why women should work in construction

10 Reasons Why Women Should Work in Construction

Can women work in construction? 

In short, the answer is yes. Construction offers the opportunity to join an in-demand industry where you can steadily advance and thrive. Surprisingly, women make up only a small fraction of the construction workforce. Once you discover the benefits for women in construction, you’ll wonder why more aren’t taking advantage of the opportunities it provides. 

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Workers collaborating, demonstrating strong relationships in the construction industry

How Respect and Communication Can Improve Efficiency in the Construction Industry

Construction jobs are complex with a lot of moving parts. They often require multiple trades to collaborate, each contributing their unique skills to the job. With such a variety of different companies, subcontractors, and skill sets coming together, there’s plenty of opportunity for miscommunication, errors, and delays. 

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