*Experts please read the question provided at the end carefully! Thankyou!*

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AT HITT CONTRACTING

It is difficult to attract Millennials to the construction industry because of long work

hours, hazardous worksites, intense clients, and stressful schedules. But as one of the largest

general contractors in the United States, HITT Contracting is providing development and

growth opportunities that are making it an attractive employer for the best and brightest

talent. For example, HITTs Futures leadership program has four phases: Cornerstone,

Foundation, Integration, and Acceleration.

In the Cornerstone phase, construction interns are assigned a sponsor who has three to

five years of experience working at HITT. Interns get hands-on experience regardless of

whether they are working in the office or at a job site. Sponsors provide the interns with

specific tasks and responsibilities. They also participate in social activities and training

courses throughout their internship.

In the Foundation phase, returning summer interns and new full-time project engineers work onsite and have the site superintendent serve as their mentor. All project engineers are given a curriculum they must complete before they can be promoted. The courses are offered through HITT Institute. HITT also has a generous tuition reimbursement program that project engineers can use to pursue advanced degrees, engineering certifications, and other courses. At the end of their first year, project engineers can choose one of five career paths: project management; site operations; safety; preconstruction; or mechanical, electrical, or plumbing specialties.

The Integration phase involves engineers developing their skills in the track they

selected. The engineers often continue to contact their superintendent mentor, and they

themselves serve as mentors for construction interns who they are responsible for coaching

and training. In the Integration phase, engineers still have opportunities to cross-train through

working on new projects or work teams. They also have the opportunity to attend social

events where they can network with HITT leaders and industry professionals.

In Acceleration, the final phase of the program, engineers have the opportunity to take

management and leadership roles. As mid-level managers, they oversee their own projects

and supervise other team members.

QUESTION: What other types of development activities should HITT Contracting consider for the

Future leadership program? Explain your choice(s)?