Which States Have the Highest Wages for Construction Workers?
Data show that construction workers in the Northeast and on the Pacific coast have some of the highest hourly earnings, while earnings in construction grew faster in the southern states
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
Sales + Marketing
A Sales and Marketing Approach to Workforce Development
Want to find new skilled workers? Home builders should consider engaging their sales and marketing teams to take a fresh look and approach to recruiting and retention
Purchasing
A Recipe for Retaining Your Purchasing Talent
Talented people are either leaving or avoiding the home building industry. Here’s how home builders can reverse the tide and keep their best purchasing pros
Labor + Trade Relations
Open Construction Jobs Remain Steady Through February
As the construction industry rebuilds post-pandemic, attracting skilled labor remains a key objective for the coming quarters
Women in Construction
How Construction Companies Can Create Equitable Jobsites for Tradeswomen
Females are flocking to the construction industry in record numbers, but they still make up a largely underrepresented segment of trade workers
NAHB
Boys & Girls Clubs Team Up With NAHB on Workforce Development
NAHB Policy Briefing | The National Association of Home Builders and the Boys & Girls Clubs of America are working together to introduce more youth to careers in residential construction; building materials prices surge
Education + Training
North Carolina ‘Be Pro Be Proud’ Program Seeks to Boost Workforce Development
The North Carolina home building industry is introducing the launch of the Be Pro Be Proud program to stimulate interest in technical careers
Labor + Trade Relations
February Sees Strong Construction Employment Gains
Job growth accelerated in February as the construction industry reported its largest share of new hires in 20 months
Labor + Trade Relations
February Construction Wages Grew at the Fastest Rate in 40 Years
Construction firms are strengthening the labor market and working to keep construction projects on track by offering higher compensation for skilled workers
Labor + Trade Relations
February Jobs Report Shows a Strong Gain of 678,000
Hiring sped up in February as relief from the pandemic finally comes into view, and economists are optimistic about even more gains ahead
Q+A
HBI President Ed Brady’s Call to Action to Solve the Labor Shortage
Brady talks about the Home Builders Institute’s action plan for tackling the housing industry’s chronic shortage of skilled labor
