Construction Business Review

Bluestone Group
Delivering Top-Tier Solutions with Technical Staff Augmentation Services

Lauren D. Thew, Bluestone Group | Construction Business Review | Top Construction Staffing CompaniesLauren D. Thew, Founder, CEO, and President
Within the Department of Energy and commercial nuclear power sectors, the trustworthiness and reliability of technical staff augmentation are crucial due to the significant risks involved and the nationally important nature of the work. Experienced and competent staff augmentation companies must provide qualified skills on-demand, allowing organizations to efficiently manage complex workloads in accordance with the governing regulatory requirements. For rapidly evolving, complex projects that can span across numerous facilities, the staff augmentation approach is cost-effective compared to hiring full-time employees; especially for short-term tasks or intermittent requirements. Highly experienced staff augmentation providers like Bluestone Group, can and do support a wide range of projects with regulatory compliance by ensuring it’s staff are well-versed in industry-specific rules and regulations.

Bluestone Group, a triple-certified small business (service-disabled veteran owned, veteran owned, and woman-owned), excels in providing technical staff augmentation and direct-hire services for the Department of Energy and the commercial nuclear power industry. Despite focusing on these critical areas, the organization’s industry-agnostic approach enables it to support all types of industries such as solar power, automotive, and manufacturing among others.

While it strongly focuses on technical staff augmentation, it supports clients throughout the project’s lifecycle including project management, engineering consulting and general contracting.

Bluestone Group’s engineering consulting services equip clients with expert guidance and strategic solutions that allows them to successfully navigate complex challenges. Its seasoned team of talented personnel engage with the clients, gaining a deep understanding of their objectives. Executing feasibility studies, enhancing processes, and providing project management support are all part of its unwavering commitment to assist its clients in meeting their objectives. This drives it to deliver solutions that enhance their clients’ operations while maintaining a cost-effective approach.

Bluestone Group is also a licensed general contractor specializing in custom commercial-grade residential estates. The company’s services involve the comprehensive management and execution of a variety of construction projects.

Its team of construction experts is committed to delivering projects seamlessly from inception to completion, with a focus on quality and efficiency.

Companies generally face challenges in planning, hiring, and managing technical staff due to the high demand to support numerous projects. The projects often span 5-7 years, making it difficult to acquire and retain skilled professionals. The company recognizes these challenges and commits to taking on these responsibilities, thereby allowing its clients to focus on their core responsibilities and technical tasks. It also offers complimentary planning, project coordination, and staff management services for every construction project it supports.

The company places great importance on its partnerships, striving for a sense of unity and shared purpose. This ensures all stakeholders, including subcontractors, suppliers, and other partners, are aligned and working toward common objectives. It promotes a collaborative environment by cultivating robust relationships rooted in trust, collaboration, and mutual support. This also motivates it to create a supportive and inclusive environment, valuing the contributions of each team member.

Our aim is to bring together a skilled team capable of addressing even the most intricate project challenges

In order to foster a positive professional relationship, Bluestone Group has instituted distinctive programs tailored for its staff augmentation contractors. These programs include the provision of bonuses upon successful completion of projects, serving as an incentive for contractors to remain committed for the duration of their assignments.

Bluestone Group has a notable employee appreciation initiative that includes arranging of a dinner for the contractor and its significant other every six months. The company acknowledges the sacrifices made by contractors who spend time away from their loved ones during project tenures, and this gesture is to recognize the importance of a balanced work-life dynamic.

“At the core of our success is our extraordinary team of engineers, consultants, and professionals. Their expertise, skills and zeal aid us in consistently delivering top-tier solutions that meets and surpasses our clients’ expectations. Our aim is to bring together a skilled team capable of addressing even the most intricate project challenges,” says Lauren D. Thew, founder, CEO, and president of Bluestone Group. To ensure that the candidates it provides align with its clients’ requirements, it has a thorough vetting process, overseen by its experienced executive team. This process includes identifying suitable candidates, conducting extensive interviews, background checks, and personality reviews.

Bluestone Group’s commitment is evident in all aspects of its work, from the meticulous attention to detail to the implementation of customer service and industry best practices. The Group’s reputation for simplicity, speed, and reliability, honed through experience in supporting a multitude of projects, is a testament to its excellence. This excellence, coupled with a supportive and inclusive environment, positions it as a trusted partner in staffing solutions.