Who's Earning What in Construction
Workers in construction management roles may earn a higher median wage, but on average, lower-paid occupations have experienced somewhat faster wage growth
Proven Ways to Improve Jobsite Productivity
Consider these solutions for reducing cycle time, hard costs, dry runs, rework, miscommunication, and overall inefficiencies on the jobsite
Residential Building Workers See Jump in Wage Growth
Housing industry worker wages have been trending upward over the past eight months, but February saw wages grow the fastest they have in more than two years
Data Show Construction Sector Still Short on Skilled Labor
The construction job openings rate increased slightly during February, indicating an ongoing skilled labor shortage
Nevada State Contractors Board Hosts Third Annual Hammers & Hope Event
The event, to be held on March 7 in Reno, Nev., will provide information for women and high school girls about the benefits of working in the construction industry
Q+A With Jenny Kerr Schroen and Chris Eccleston: Grit Leads to Greatness
The co-authors of Grit Leads to Greatness are finding their book's message resonates deeply with students, school administrators, and parents alike
NAHB
2024 International Energy Conservation Code Will Use a New Development Process
NAHB Policy Briefing: New procedure for developing the 2024 IECC; construction job openings, hiring, and layoffs data
Labor + Trade Relations
When It Comes to Retaining Skilled Labor, Employee Engagement Is Key
Builders and contractors are searching for effective ways not only to recruit, but also to retain skilled laborers through employee engagement and training
Education + Training
Taylor Morrison Launches Superintendent Training Program
The six-week pilot program seeks to chip away at a persisting labor shortage by educating and recruiting the next generation of construction managers
Labor + Trade Relations
Nonfarm Payroll Employment Is on the Rise Post-Pandemic
Total employment increased in over half of the country in May as the economy makes a strong post-pandemic recovery
Education + Training
A Growing Number of High Schools Introduce Trade Skills Curriculum
Over 100 high schools across the U.S. are embracing HBI resources to educate and train the next generation of skilled laborers
NAHB
Shop Class Resurgence: Can It Help Resolve the Skilled Labor Shortage?
Vocational programs play an integral role in workforce development, especially as more high school students consider careers in the skilled trades
Labor + Trade Relations
The Number of Open Construction Jobs Soared in April
Construction firms are actively working to recruit and retain skilled workers to keep up with elevated consumer demand
Opinion
Housing's New Now
There is no "new normal," only now. Use this time after the height of the pandemic and its upheaval to set the stage for sustainable success for your business
Labor + Trade Relations
Incidents of Workplace Discrimination Doubled in 2020
The murder of George Floyd in May 2020 sparked a movement for racial justice and equality that traversed the globe, but it seems that the construction industry has yet to catch on
Labor + Trade Relations
Career Signing Days Celebrate the Next Generation of Skilled Workers
As college enrollment falls, high schoolers are redirecting their attention to the skilled trades
