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
Labor + Trade Relations
BTF and US Army Reserve Collaborate to Address Construction Labor Shortage
The Building Talent Foundation is teaming up with the U.S. Army Reserve Private Public Partnership Office on training and employment for soldiers and their families
Education + Training
Over 4,500 Arizona High Schoolers Explore Trade Opportunities
Arizona Construction Career Days welcomed more than 4,500 high school students for a day filled with hands-on building activities, networking, and educational content
Education + Training
NAHB Joins ‘The Big Build’ Event to Inspire Construction Careers
'The Big Build' event in Washington, D.C., provided hands-on building activities and educational resources for thousands of kids in an effort to drive interest in skilled trades careers
Education + Training
Notre Dame Hosts Its First Building Trades Day
The University of Notre Dame recently hosted more than 800 high school students and 60 employers for its first Building Trades Day event
Labor + Trade Relations
Construction Inclusion Week Brings Together 5,000 Global Firms
The third annual Construction Inclusion Week will welcome construction professionals from more than 5,000 firms
Education + Training
NAHB Kicks Off Young Professionals Week
The National Association of Home Builders is celebrating the future generation of industry leaders during its annual Young Professionals Week
Education + Training
ULM School of Construction Management Receives $250K Donation
The University of Louisiana Monroe School of Construction Management recently received a donation of more than $250,000 to enhance its facilities
Labor + Trade Relations
How One Initiative Is Addressing Mental Health in Construction
Get Construction Talking is working to address the worsening mental health crisis in the construction industry with easy-to-access resources for employers
Economics
How High Interest Rates Are Affecting the Construction Labor Market
Tightening financial conditions created a series of labor market challenges in August 2023
Labor + Trade Relations
What About ‘60 Over 60’? Seniors Have a Lot to Offer the Housing Industry
There's good news for Over 60s who have experience in home building: many folks from that cohort still want (or need) to work ... and an increasing number of companies are eager to hire them
