These days, we are talking more and more about how much is changing in the architecture, engineering and construction industry and how much harder it is to get the job done. Although the use of technology supports the building process from beginning to end, we still must do everything we can to improve how we procure and complete work. The key is to remember that it’s people who build these projects, and success is the result of those people building relationships at the same time.
It also means using every tool available to make that happen, including some we don’t often talk about. That’s why soft skills must become a bigger part of our professional dialogue. They are essential to building happy, productive relationships, both professionally and personally. And yes, it’s OK to talk about happiness in the construction industry.