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: An Epic Quest Built to Change the World are getting an enthusiastic response to their book and are finding its message resonates deeply with students, school administrators, and parents alike
Philadelphia Labor Unions Are Helping Their Members With Homebuying
The housing market is tough. Recognizing that, Philly labor unions are stepping in to assist workers with their home purchases
Labor + Trade Relations
Job Openings Fall as Labor Market Slows
The labor market is cooling off as economic activity slows in response to the Fed's tighter monetary policy, and the total share of unfilled jobs is falling as a result
Purchasing
A Six-Step Strategy to Reset Material and Labor Costs
In collaboration with your supply chain partners and internal team, consider this approach to adjust your costs and boost housing affordability
Business Management
Is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan Right for Your Construction Business?
Employees who are invested in the company's success may one day make the best leaders. That's where employee stock ownership plans (ESOP) come in
Q+A
BTF’s Plan to Build and Retain a Talented Workforce
As CEO of the Building Talent Foundation, Branka Minic is committed to finding replicable solutions to strengthen the residential construction workforce through training programs and career guidance resources
Exclusive Research + Data
Nonfarm Payroll Employment Increased in 37 States in August
Employment is on the rise in the majority of U.S. states, but some regions are falling behind on a month-over-month basis
Women in Construction
The Share of Women in Construction Rose Sharply in 2021
The number of women working construction jobs climbed to a record high in 2021, and according to NAHB, that share is still going up
Q+A
Attracting Talent in Today’s Skilled Labor Market: 84 Lumber's Maggie Hardy Knox
The president of the lumber and building materials supplier talks about the chronic shortage of skilled construction labor and what it's doing to attract, train, and keep the best associates
Labor + Trade Relations
Driving Forces of a Skilled Labor Shortage—and How to Overcome Them
The construction industry has battled a skilled labor shortage for over a decade, but pandemic-related challenges made recruiting new workers harder than ever before
Women in Construction
As Construction Job Vacancies Grow, Women Step Up
Women are breaking through a concrete career ceiling and filling open job positions in the skilled trades
Q+A
Construction’s Next Generation: Insights From Build My Future 2022
Young would-be construction workers at the 2022 Build My Future event in Des Moines, Iowa, share their experiences and impressions about industry opportunities with Pro Builder
