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AGC: Construction Firms Add 25,000 Jobs In July, Unemployment Rate Holds Steady

Construction Superintendent Magazine

The construction sector added 25,000 jobs in July as wage gains continued to outpace increases in the broader economy, according to an analysis of new government data the Associated General Contractors of America released. Construction employment in July totaled 8.3 million, seasonally adjusted, an increase of 25,000 from June.

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PC Recognized with AGC Build Maine Award

PC Construction

Wednesday night I joined my project teammates and fellow employee owners on stage to proudly accept an AGC Build Maine Award for our work on the University of Southern Maine’s Portland Commons Residence Hall and McGoldrick Center for Career & Student Success.

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Public Procurement of Construction Services

Job Order Contracting

Public procurement of construction services could be improved through the adoption of currently available best management practices. How Organizational integration and alignment of cultural, professional, management, and commercial interests is also required, both internally and with construction services providers. Ballard, G.

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The ABCs of VDC

Construction Business Owner

With thousands of new construction applications released each year, generational changes, hardware advancements, and startups vying for attention, deciding where to spend your effort becomes challenging. Yates Construction. Benjamin Crosby, CM-BIM, CM-Lean, CCM, LEED AP BD+C, is passionate about building and education.

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AGC Reaccredited as Continuing Education Provider

Construction Equipment

The International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) has reaccredited the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) as an authorized provider of IACET Continuing Education Units. AGC provided more than 2,000 members training programs needed to receive continuing education credits in 2012.

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State of the Construction Industry: June Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Even if you’re busy, it’s wise to stay in the loop about the latest construction industry news so you know what to expect as this busy season continues. We’ve got you covered with this month’s roundup of stories related to construction technology, labor, seasonal safety issues, innovative new projects and more.

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2022 AGC Workforce Survey: Labor Challenges Pave the Way for Career Opportunities 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

In construction, these shortages are nothing new, but how the industry is addressing them is changing. . So, what exactly is the state of the construction labor market today, and what are firms doing to recruit qualified workers? . The survey found that overall, construction firms are still struggling to recruit employees.

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