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Construction Industry Adds 20K Employees in July; Nonresidential Employment Dips, Says AGC

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Construction employment increased by 20,000 jobs in July but the gains were limited to housing, while employment related to infrastructure and nonresidential building construction slipped by 4,000, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data.

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Prefab Steel vs. Traditional Construction: Which Is Right For You?

Construction Marketing

This factor makes them suitable for various applications, from residential homes to large commercial buildings. Unexpected delays and changes during construction can also add to the overall budget. Consider aspects like budget constraints, timeline requirements, and design aspirations.

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#102:  The State of Residential Construction

NH Construction Law

One would expect the shortage of inventory and high prices of existing homes to spark a boom in new residential construction. Wages may go up, but so will employment. and a more attractive place for the wealthy to live and retire – a shot in the arm for high end residential construction. higher than May 2020).

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3 construction industry trends in 2023

Lets Build

2023 also brings more unpredictability for company execs and project managers, making managing schedules, budgets, and timelines challenging. In the US, this shortage is only amplified by an increase in residential and commercial projects, increasing the demand for labour and worsening the gap between supply and demand.

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Pandemic Prompts Strong Demand for Housing, Undermines Demand for Other Nonresidential Projects, says AGC

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Construction employment increased by 26,000 jobs in September to a total of 7,245,000, but the gains were concentrated in housing, while employment in the infrastructure and nonresidential building construction sector remained little changed, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America.

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3 Main Resources For Building Developers

Construction Marketing

In construction, companies are constantly challenged to deliver complex projects while following their financial budget and ensuring a healthy profit margin. Planning and setting a budget are a few steps required before starting a project. Employment opportunities are projected to be plentiful in the construction industry.

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How a Construction-to-Permanent Loan Impacts Contractors & Lenders

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The initial charges for a single-close loan are the same as those for any construction or residential loan. Budgeting problems. The project’s funding may run out if the budget is not adequately managed. In order to avoid budget problems, lenders calculate and closely manage the construction loan holdback.