DP Electric
The Results
The hirable workforce increased from 20–25% to 60%.
Manpower quality improved, driving stronger job-site performance.
Collaboration between DP, SLM, and staffing agencies became structured and seamless.
Administrative burden decreased as compliance and vetting tightened.
Hiring decisions became faster, more accurate, and fully data-driven.
“SLM gave our team the visibility and structure we were missing when it came to contracted manpower. What used to feel reactive is now intentional and predictable. We’ve significantly increased our hirable workforce while driving costs down and maintaining the standards that define DP. That shift has been a game-changer as we continue to grow into new sectors.”
The Challenge
Operating across multiple divisions and regions, DP struggled with limited visibility, inconsistent quality control, and low hiring conversion rates in its contingent workforce.
Limited visibility into worker credentials, qualifications, and compliance status.
Low hiring conversion rates, with only 20–25% of temporary workers deemed hirable.
Inconsistent manpower quality creates uncertainty in scheduling, productivity, and project planning.
Expansion risk, as entering new markets required confidence in labor availability, compliance, and performance.
The Solution
SLM helped DP streamline and scale workforce operations with real-time visibility, data-driven insights, and standardized processes.
Strengthened Collaboration with Manpower
Developing vetting standards, strengthening communication, and continuously monitoring KPIs, we deliver higher-quality talent and a reliable, job-ready workforce pipeline that supports DP’s expansion.
A Roadmap for Scalable Operations
Establishing a standardized workforce roadmap that defines agency expectations, tracks measurable KPIs, and applies repeatable processes, ensuring stakeholder alignment and consistent workforce performance in every market.
Real-Time Visibility
Gaining immediate insight into worker compliance, credentials, onboarding timelines, and agency performance, eliminating guesswork, speeding up decisions, and enabling consistent, repeatable workforce practices across regions.
Clarity Through Data
Centralizing and analyzing DP’s workforce data to uncover trends, mitigate risk, and shift DP from reactive hiring to intentional, scalable workforce planning, especially as they enter new markets.
Ongoing Consultative Expertise
Serving as an extension of DP’s team, delivering continuous guidance, workflow optimization, and stronger agency relationships, giving leadership confidence to pursue growth with workforce execution fully under control.
Conclusion
The partnership between DP Electric and SLM demonstrates how operational guidance, visibility, and strategic collaboration can take an already strong contractor to the next level.
With a defined roadmap, elevated manpower quality, and a trusted advisory partner, DP didn’t just improve hiring outcomes; they built a workforce strategy designed for growth. As DP enters new markets, they do so knowing they can meet manpower demands, maintain standards, and execute projects successfully with SLM by their side.
“SLM has truly operated as an extension of our team. They’ve integrated seamlessly into our systems and processes while also bringing an outside perspective that has made us better. Their expertise has helped us refine and strengthen how we operate. From improving manpower quality to aligning agencies and standardizing processes, they’ve played a key role in building a contracted workforce model we can trust. As we expand into new markets, we’re doing so with confidence, knowing our labor strategy can scale alongside our projects.”
—Jerrin Jaramillo, Dir. of Talent & Development, DP Electric