Employee retention and workforce engagement remain important considerations for construction companies managing large field operations across multiple projects and markets. Power Design used its 2026 Power Outage program to bring field employees and their families together through events organized near jobsites nationwide.
Power Design organized events in locations including Denver, New York City, California and Miami, along with other markets where its field teams are working.
Activities varied by location and included bowling, go-kart racing, rock climbing, mini golf, arcade games and outdoor activities. Food, prizes and other activities were also included in the gatherings.
The events were designed to provide field employees with an opportunity to participate outside their regular jobsite responsibilities. Family members, including spouses, children and other loved ones, were also invited.
Power Design's program places employee recognition alongside its ongoing field operations. The company's workforce includes personnel involved in electrical, mechanical, plumbing, systems technology and other construction services.
By holding events close to jobsites, Power Design connected its workforce engagement activities with the geographic footprint of its active operations. The inclusion of family members also extended participation beyond employees directly involved in project delivery.
Construction companies continue to rely on skilled field personnel to execute projects across multiple trades and locations. Employee engagement programs can form part of broader workforce strategies alongside apprenticeship programs, training, career development and safety initiatives.
Power Design's 2026 events demonstrate one approach to recognizing field personnel while bringing employees and their families together across geographically distributed construction operations.
Source: Power Design.
