Demand—and Competition—for Skilled Construction Workers Grows
Strongest need seen for construction superintendents, with other job titles for skilled trades also in high demand
Skilled Trades Are Open to Technology, Survey Finds
Amidst the ongoing labor shortage, technology and digital tools can offer labor-saving gains, and the skilled trades are willing to embrace new tech in their jobs
Which States and Construction Trades Rely Most on Immigrant Workers?
California and Texas have higher concentrations of immigrants in their construction workforce, and certain skilled trades also rely more on foreign-born labor than others
NJ $4M Grant to Help Boost Access to Construction Trades for Women and Minorities
Through a combination of legislation and grant money, the state of New Jersey is taking steps to increase the diversity of its workforce in construction and the skilled trades
Annual Chico Trades Day Provides Students With Hands-on Experience
In Chico, Calif., trades take center stage at annual trades day event that introduces students to skilled trades career options
Construction Trades Council Helps Local Kids Stay Warm This Winter
Northern Wisconsin Building & Construction Trades Council does its part to help keep local children snug with its annual clothing drive
Subcontractors: Understand Your Liability and Defense Obligations in Contracts
The unfortunate reality is, everything can be done correctly, but the subcontractor still has to defend and potentially pay a lot of money
Trade Contractors
Virginia Makes General Contractors Liable for Subcontractor Employee Wages
A new Virginia law has made general contractors of large projects liable for the wages of subcontractors’ employees. The statute’s main provisions…
Operations
5 Tips for Closing a Jobsite
If you choose to or are required to close a construction site, follow these five tips to reduce your liability and protect your team and customers
Net Zero
Making the Transition to Net Zero Homes: Role of Trade Partnerships
Two builders discuss why cultivating true trade partners is essential to successfully transitioning your business to building net zero or NZE-ready homes
Leadership
A First Job's Leadership Lessons With Real Staying Power
The steel mill where my career began may be gone, but the management and leadership lessons learned are as fresh as ever
Purchasing
Are You Getting a Good Deal on Your Purchasing?
A little due diligence and a total-cost mindset go a long way toward helping you make more cost-effective purchasing decisions
Labor + Trade Relations
Process and Product Issues Guarantee One Thing: Job Security for Trades
Home builders should ask themselves: Am I helping or hindering the profitability of my trades and suppliers? Your answer will determine your own financial success
Q+A
Brandon Patterson Is Working to Rebuild the Skilled Trades Pipeline in Iowa
Q+A with Brandon Patterson, who is rolling up his sleeves to address the lack of skilled trades in construction in his region
How To
10 Value Adds for Your Next Paint Job
10 ways pro painters can get more out of their work and keep clients happy and their bottom line healthy
