Articles Tagged with ''construction employment''

Commercial construction hiring remained strong in April, led by surging demand for data centers and infrastructure projects.

Strong demand in data centers and infrastructure contrasts with weak office and multifamily markets as financing pressures persist.

The industry added 26,000 jobs in March, but diesel topping $5.40 a gallon and rising Treasury yields are raising alarms for contractors heading into the busy season

Hiring hit a record low in February, tightening labor supply for roofing crews and project timelines.

A new report finds that persistent bias, safety concerns, and limited advancement opportunities continue to hinder women in construction despite growing industry demand for workers.

Associated Builders and Contractors called for repeal of federal PLA mandates and workforce visa reform following President Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address.

Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney and Michele Meier, general manager at Clear Choice Restoration, say the proposed Dignity Act could create a structured legal pathway for undocumented workers, offering much-needed workforce stabilization for construction trades facing mounting labor shortages.

Industry adds 33,000 jobs in January as contractors remain optimistic about sales growth.