Here’s What’s on Your Construction Team’s Wish List
Every industry has its own trends and preferences; the construction industry is no exception.
Carhartt branded apparel
Who’s it for: Anyone on the team, especially the offsite crew.
Why We Like It: While plenty of other brands are popular in construction, our clients ask for Carhartt by name. From beanies to shirts or coveralls, your offsite team will appreciate your attention to detail and trends. Going with the preferred name-brand apparel guarantees that your team will sport these rugged items on and off the clock.
Say something Stanley
Who’s it for: Offsite team
Why We Like It: Legacy brand Stanley is once again having a moment. While the viral Quenchers repeatedly sell out, Stanley has a long history as a reliable product for construction sites. For your offsite team, avoid the bulky Quenchers, and opt for thermoses or the more rugged water bottles.
Mini massage gun
Who’s it for: Site supervisors, in-office managers
Why We Like It: Since COVID, we’ve noticed an uptick in companies focusing on proactive health management for their team. From leading stretches onsite to ordering ergonomic chairs for the office, gifting your team products that encourage better self-care shows how you put your team’s health and well-being first.
Site-specific tote/bag/coin purse
Who’s it for: Project partners
Why We Like It: Take the simple branded tote to the next level with an eco-conscious gift with sentimentality in mind. At HDS, we can craft tote bags, coin purses, and more out of recycled site material. Anything from banners to fence wraps can become a one-of-a-kind gift to memorialize a project together.
On-the-go office tools
Who’s it for: Site managers, sales teams
Why We Like It: In the post-COVID-travel boom, we expect team members to hop on a call anytime from anywhere. In the construction industry, we’ve seen an uptick in interest in mobile office tools, including chargers, mobile phone stands for Zoom calls, and wireless headphones to take meetings on the move.
Breathable branded apparel
Who’s it for: Field team, construction site team, site partners
Why We Like It: We love a gift that does double duty. These rugged shirts protect from the sun and other elements at an offsite but are also a perfect fit for the golf course or outdoor weekend activities.
Yeti Cooler
Who’s it for: Anniversary gift, onsite recognition gift
Why We Like It: We hear it repeatedly; there’s nothing better than a cold drink on a hot day when you’re at a worksite. We’ve seen a sustained interest in modern coolers with long-term chilling capabilities. A higher-price point gift, we like this for team members with a long tenure or the site manager who goes above and beyond with each project.
Mesh “Trucker” Style Caps
Who’s it for: Site coordinators, project partners
Why We Like It: Like it or not, the mesh back trucker hats of the early 2000s are making a comeback. Style aside, we like the breathability of these caps, making them a good choice as a gift for employees and partners who regularly make site visits.
Otterbox cases
Who’s it for: Trade show giveaways, new business meetings
Why We Like It: We can’t live without our cellphones, but when the latest iPhone costs up to $1,000, keeping it safe is essential. Otterbox is a trusted brand known for its sturdy cases. We like this item as a trade show gift or a leave-behind at new business meetings.
At HDS, tracking trends across industries is just a drop in the bucket when it comes to commitment to clients. From ideation to execution, we’ll be your partner in corporate apparel, merchandising, and more.
