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PSMJ Resources Blog: Construction job openings, pay rose at.

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Construction job openings, pay rose at yearend but hiring slipped; ISM reports growth. The job-opening rate in construction increased from 0.8% The hires rate (hires as a percent of total employment) was steady overall from December 2010 to November and December 2011 but decreased in construction. for construction.

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Last Chance

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The day after the Earth Day hoopla at the UN, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund—institutions not normally associated with setting policy on energy-related issues—reminded everyone that the Paris climate accord will have little or no impact unless it’s backed by a global tax on carbon.

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STATE FOCUS: Florida – Let The Sun Shine

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The report indicated that the state’s housing market is improving while at the same time aiding in the restoration of wealth and triggering job creation in the construction sector. Sectors expected to have the strongest average growth during 2013-2016 are Construction (6.1 Navy Federal Credit Union. Deutsche Bank.

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State Focus – Kansas: The Sunflower State Is Blooming and Booming

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K nown as the Sunflower State, Kansas boasts a highly skilled workforce, outstanding infrastructure, low operating costs and a location in the heart of America. and the state currently has more than 1,000 megawatts of additional wind energy projects under construction. the state offers easy access to clients across North America.

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9 Best Work Boot Brands History, Values & Iconic Boots

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Using a shoe that is made for running by construction workers does not make it impossible to do your job, but it may not protect your feet from fall of heavy objects or slipping as a construction boot would do. The only development that came in more than 40 years is in boot construction technology rather than styling.

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British Airways could pull out of Gatwick and cut a quarter of its pilots, leaked memo reveals

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This comes as it was revealed the beleaguered airline is seeking to cut pilot numbers by a quarter as it slashes costs to weather the coronavirus crisis, according to a separate letter sent to union leaders. We will begin a period of consultation, during which we will work with the Trade Unions to protect as many jobs as possible.

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PSMJ Resources Blog: MHC says starts rise in August; housing is.

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New construction starts in August advanced 8%,” McGraw-Hill Construction (MHC) reported on Wednesday, based on data it compiled. For the first eight months of 2011, total construction on an unadjusted basis was…down 6% from the same period a year ago.” The outlook for retail construction remains bleak. .”