Current State of Talent in AEC: Volume 2 3o155u

Inside the 2025 ENR 500: Why the Real Battle Is for Talent, Not Just Projects In this episode of Wine After Work, Bryce breaks down the newly released ENR Top 500 Design Firms list for 2025—and why it’s more than just a revenue leaderboard. With $135 billion in combined design revenue and firms rapidly expanding into infrastructure, data centers, and sustainability, the AEC industry is clearly booming. But here’s the problem: the growth is outpacing the talent pipeline. Bryce shares how today’s leading firms are struggling to fill roles fast enough—and why attracting and retaining top talent has become the real competitive edge in 2025. 🔍 Topics Covered: The big takeaways from the 2025 ENR 500 list The growing disconnect between project wins and staffing capacity What AEC leaders need to do now to stay ahead in the talent race How to build a brand that top candidates want to work for 💡 Whether you're leading a firm or managing a growing team, this episode will inspire you to rethink your hiring strategy and invest in building a workplace that thrives long-term. 👉 Got hiring challenges? Bryce can help. DM her on Instagram or LinkedIn, or visit www.brycebatts.net 3k646s