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Understanding the Role and Importance of Construction Labor in the United States

The Constructor

With various infrastructure projects constantly underway and a high demand for real estate, the construction industry heavily relies on its labor force for success. In this article, we will explore the significance of construction labor in the US economy and its impact on employment and economic growth.

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Why Contractors Need to Automate Logistics Processes

Construction Business Owner

Why Contractors Need to Automate Logistics Processes ccapoccia Thu, 02/16/2023 - 15:08 The construction industry faces many challenges that other industries will face in 2023 — labor shortages, cost overruns, project delays and inadequate communication. trillion infrastructure investment. trillion infrastructure investment.

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Construction Employment Increased in 45 States in February

Pro Builder

Texas posted the largest number of jobs added with an uptick of 37,900, or 5%, from February 2022 to February 2023, while West Virginia saw the largest drop, losing 2,200 jobs, or 6.5%, over that time period, Construction Dive reports. Read more Labor + Trade Relations Builders Construction Operations Labor + Trade Relations

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Infrastructure Jobs Slip by 4,000 in July

Construction Equipment

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 released…

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CBO Recognizes 2024's Sustainability VIPs

Construction Business Owner

CBO Recognizes 2024's Sustainability VIPs Recognizing the leaders of sustainable practices & programs Elizabeth Manning Fri, 12/08/2023 - 10:25 Construction Business Owner (CBO) Magazine’s Sustainability VIP recognizes the efforts and ingenuity of those building a better future.

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AGC Calls for New Infrastructure, Other Relief Measures

Construction Superintendent Magazine

Construction employment decreased in 225, or 62%, out of 358 metro areas between June 2019 and last month despite widespread increases from May to June, according to an analysis of new government data that the Associated General Contractors of America released. Those gains were not enough to erase.

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“Once-in-a-Generation” Opportunity for Women in Construction: Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) is a “once-in-a-generation” investment in America’s national infrastructure. With this plan, the goal is to rebuild many of the bridges, rails, and roads throughout the country to improve the overall infrastructure across America. Current representation of women in construction.