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Construction Employment Rebounds in March, Rising Costs + More Threaten Outlook Says AGC

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Construction employment climbed by 110,000 in March as the industry recovered from severe winter weather that pushed employment down by 56,000 in February, according to a recent analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data. The rebound in March is certainly good news, but contractors face.

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AGC and Autodesk Launch Media Library to Boost Representation of Diversity in Construction  

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Images readily available for editorial use showcase women and people of color in construction to increase visibility in industry media coverage . To fill the workforce gap and deliver on the growing call for more buildings, construction needs to attract and retain new talent. . San Francisco, Calif.,

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Addressing the Global Construction Labor Shortage: 3 Proven Steps to Success

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The labor shortage is an ongoing challenge, and it's an issue that's plaguing construction firms all around the world. Research by Autodesk and the AGC found that 85% of firms in the US have open positions, and 91% are struggling to fill at least some of these roles. So, how can firms navigate the construction workforce shortage?

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Industry Groups Seek Cancellation of FHWA IIJA Funding Memo

ENR Construction

AGC, ARTBA, ACEC, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and other groups target the 2021 guidance document on how states should prioritize IIJA highway funding.

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Key Takeaways from the AGC and Autodesk 2021 Workforce Survey

Autodesk Construction Cloud

With 2022 rapidly approaching, the construction industry is taking stock of upcoming challenges and opportunities in the market. Each year, the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and Autodesk survey a broad cross section of construction firms to find insights on today’s workforce.

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State of the Construction Industry: April Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

New construction technologies to attract younger workers, a push toward green building and the good and bad news in safety — these highlight some of the top stories in April. Joysticks and Simulations: The New Construction Recruiting Tools. Joysticks and Simulations: The New Construction Recruiting Tools.

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Paper to Paperless: Webinar on Construction Documentation and Legal Disputes

Best Practices Construction Law

This interactive program will provide you with guidance to help you develop effective procedures for documenting your projects, including the transformation to the paperless project. You’ll get answers to your pressing questions about electronic evidence on a construction project, including the legal issues surrounding social media.