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
Tune Into Livestreams of NAHB's Spring Leadership Meetings This Week
Livestream links are available for those unable to attend the National Association of Home Builders' 2023 Spring Leadership Meetings in Washington, D.C., this week
Labor + Trade Relations
The Construction Workforce Is Aging Faster Than the National Labor Force
The median age of construction workers varies by state, but nationally, construction workers are one year older, on average, than the typical U.S. worker in other labor sectors
NAHB
Construction Workforce Development Gets New Funding Boost
NAHB Housing Policy Briefing: Three organizations step up with major funding for training workers in the skilled trades; data shows uptick in March new-home sales
Education + Training
Central PA HBA and Penn State Partner to Educate Women About Skilled Trades
The Builders Association of Central Pennsylvania is partnering with Penn State University to teach young women about opportunities for career development in the skilled trades
Labor + Trade Relations
Construction Job Openings Are Rising, but for How Much Longer?
Construction job openings rose in April, but tighter monetary policy could put a damper on the labor market in coming months
Products
PPE Products for Increased Jobsite Safety
From fall protection to air quality control, these new personal protective equipment products are designed to help keep workers safe on the jobsite
Labor + Trade Relations
NAHB Shares New Mental Health Resources for Home Building Professionals
NAHB recently announced its new pilot program to promote mental health awareness in the home building industry
Labor + Trade Relations
One Surefire Way to Attract Talent and Improve Homebuyer Satisfaction
One of the most effective steps a home builder can take to establish and maintain a reputation of quality is to become the 'builder of choice' in the eyes of trades and suppliers
Labor + Trade Relations
These Were the Highest Paid Construction Occupations in 2022
These trade positions raked in the highest salaries in 2022
Labor + Trade Relations
Construction Layoffs Soar, Led by Single-Family Sector
Roughly 3.7% of construction workers were laid off or discharged in March, the highest rate reported since the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic
