John Wyatt is editor of Walls & Ceilings magazine, bringing more than two decades of experience with BNP Media. He joined the company in 2000 as an associate editor, contributing to both Walls & Ceilings and Roofing Contractor before assuming the role of editor in 2008. In addition to his work with the brand, Wyatt collaborates across BNP’s architecture, engineering and construction (A/E/C) portfolio, supporting related publications and initiatives. He can be reached at 248-205-6659 or wyattj@bnpmedia.com.
Federal immigration agents detained multiple workers during a targeted enforcement operation in Bemidji, leaving Rhino Roofing with a fraction of its workforce
An ICE enforcement operation in Bemidji, Minn., led to multiple arrests, sharply reducing one roofing contractor’s workforce and raising community concerns.
La demanda de trabajadores sigue creciendo en la construcción, pero muchas empresas de roofing continúan teniendo dificultades para cubrir sus vacantes.
Construction job openings jumped in April while roofing contractors continued competing for scarce skilled labor, raising concerns about costs, staffing and project schedules.
New Workforce Pell Grants could help roofing contractors recruit and train entry-level workers more quickly as labor shortages continue to strain crews, schedules, and growth.
Advances showcased around the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance convention point to tighter ratio control, jobsite verification and new formulations with cost and environmental implications. For contractors, the shift links directly to installation quality, documentation, risk reduction and bid strategy.