Build a workforce you can trust from the ground up.
Construction projects run on tight timelines and tighter margins. Unqualified workers, on-site accidents, and equipment theft can derail everything. National Employment Screening delivers background checks calibrated for the construction industry's pace — keeping your projects on schedule without cutting corners on safety.
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View Demo Video(800) 459-3034- Criminal Background Check
- Motor Vehicle Records (MVR)
- Drug & Alcohol Testing
- Employment Verification
- License & Certification Verification
- Sex Offender Registry Search
- Physical Examination
What's at stake in Construction hiring.
The construction industry faces a volatile combination of risks: high employee turnover demands constant rapid hiring, while the physical nature of the work makes unqualified or impaired workers a direct safety hazard. General contractors carry significant liability for accidents caused by negligent hiring decisions. Equipment theft costs the industry billions annually, and many perpetrators have prior records that a thorough background check would have revealed. Subcontractors and day laborers add further complexity, as they often move between job sites and employers with limited screening history.
How we solve it.
Our construction screening packages are designed for speed without sacrificing depth. We verify trade licenses and OSHA certifications, run comprehensive criminal searches, and provide DOT-compliant drug testing — all with turnaround times that keep your hiring pipeline moving. We understand that a delayed hire can mean a delayed project milestone, which is why our process is optimized specifically for the construction industry's demanding pace and variable workforce composition.
What's included in your Construction screening.
Criminal Background Check
County, state, and federal criminal searches to identify prior convictions relevant to job duties.
Motor Vehicle Records (MVR)
Driving history reports for workers operating company vehicles or heavy equipment.
Drug & Alcohol Testing
Pre-employment, random, and post-accident drug testing compliant with DOT and company policies.
Employment Verification
Confirms previous work history, including relevant construction experience and tenure.
License & Certification Verification
Validates trade licenses, OSHA certifications, and other required credentials.
Sex Offender Registry Search
National search for projects involving residential properties or public-facing work.
Physical Examination
Fitness-for-duty exams coordinated through our nationwide occupational health network to confirm a worker can safely meet the physical demands of the role.
Some of the Construction organizations we work with.
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Every organization's screening needs are different. Fill out the form below and we will send you a complete, itemized price list for construction background checks — including volume discount tiers — within one business day.
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Receive our complete construction & contracting screening price list — itemized by check type, with volume discount tiers included.