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
Indiana High School Students Gain Construction Experience Building a Home
High schoolers get hands-on experience in the skilled trades thanks to a construction program run by the Central Nine Career Center in Johnson County
In Philadelphia, Construction Academies Offer Paid Training in Skilled Trades
Hosted by the city’s Rebuild initiative, the full-time academies start in March, and applications are due by Jan. 9
Education + Training
Indiana High School Students Gain Construction Experience Building a Home
High schoolers get hands-on experience in the skilled trades thanks to a construction program run by the Central Nine Career Center in Johnson County
Education + Training
In Philadelphia, Construction Academies Offer Paid Training in Skilled Trades
Hosted by the city’s Rebuild initiative, the full-time academies start in March, and applications are due by Jan. 9
Education + Training
Colorado High School Students Get Hands-on Experience Building a Tiny Home
As part of a 90-minute class twice a week, the high schoolers are working to develop trade skills by building a tiny home project
Trade Contractors
Contractors Report Increased Confidence in Q3 2023
Contractor confidence is increasing amid an uptick in new building projects stemming from steady demand paired with rising home equity wealth
Labor + Trade Relations
Why Strive to Be a Builder of Choice?
Having Builder of Choice status encompasses much more than just a builder's reputation with trades and suppliers
Education + Training
Oatey Women’s Resource Network Teaches Plumbing Skills to Girls
Oatey Co. recently sponsored a plumbing day at the weeklong 'Let’s Build' Construction Camp for Girls
Education + Training
Alabama Building Camp Teaches Middle School Girls About the Skilled Trades
The Home Builders Association of Baldwin County, Ala., recently welcomed over a dozen middle school girls to its first Baldwin Girls Build Camp
Builders
3 ProConnect Single Family Events for Home Builders and Product Manufacturers in 2023
The events will be held at luxury resorts and hotels in Texas, Florida, and Washington, D.C.
Builders
The Biggest Challenges for Contractors in the Year Ahead
High inflation, dwindling buyer demand, and lingering supply chain obstacles are just a few of the many challenges keeping contractors up at night during the first month of the new year
Jobsite Safety
Construction Jobsite Safety: Strategies and Resources for Worker Well-Being
Jobsite safety is critical for workers and for your home building company. Consider these elements of a training and awareness program to save lives, mitigate injuries, and reduce liability and costs
