Construction Superintendent Magazine

MARCH 10, 2025

The construction industry added 19,000 jobs on net in February, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of data released by the U.S. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has increased by 174,000 jobs, an increase of 2.1%. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The construction unemployment rate rose to 7.2%

ABC 52

ABC Employment Statistics Construction 52

Construction Superintendent Magazine

JANUARY 6, 2025

Construction employment increased in 41 states and the District of Columbia in November from a year earlier, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America. More states would have added construction employees from October to November.

Employment 52

Employment District of Columbia Construction America 52

Construction Dive

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

While misclassification of workers as independent contractors is not a violation of the National Labor Relations Act, employers still need to classify their workers correctly.

Employment 128

Employment Contractors 128

Construction Dive

MAY 13, 2020

The contractor is employing its Shawmut Vitals for daily health screenings and to flag workers who may have been exposed to the virus.

Employment 160

Employment Contractors 160

Construction Dive

JUNE 12, 2020

Recent looting incidents across the country are a reminder that contractors should employ commonsense strategies to reduce the risk of their projects being robbed or vandalized, experts say.

Contractors 174

Contractors Employment Risk 174

Construction Superintendent Magazine

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Construction employment increased in 40 states in September from a year earlier, while 24 states and the District of Columbia added construction jobs between August and September, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America.

Employment 52

Employment District of Columbia Florida Ohio 52

Construction Business Owner

JUNE 17, 2019

A 2018 industrywide survey from Autodesk and the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) reports 80% of construction firms have a tough time hiring hourly craft positions. So, why can’t construction companies increase their workforce?

AGC 317

AGC Autodesk Construction America 317

Construction Business Owner

JULY 29, 2013

Contractors are hearing a lot about ways to use new technological applications, from building information modeling (BIM) to employing tablets and iPads in the field. One misconception is that only multibillion-dollar corporations are prepared to take advantage of these processes and tools.

iPad 295

iPad BIM Employment Modeling 295

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2022

If you, as an employer, have 1099 employees on your staff from time to time, you may be wondering whether you are required to provide health insurance to them. The phrase “1099 employee” generally describes people that act as independent contractors or are “self-employed.” Then, they will take care of their own self-employment taxes.

Insurance 156

Insurance Plans Contractors Employment 156

Construction Dive

MARCH 29, 2023

Contractors are declining to bid on projects because they don’t have enough workers, according to a new report.

Employment 167

Employment Bidding Construction Contractors 167

HardHatChat

MARCH 26, 2024

Selecting the right national commercial construction general contractor is a critical decision that can significantly impact the success of your construction project. Safety Record and Practices Safety should be a top priority when selecting a contractor. is essential. Our safety record is stellar. We put a premium on training.

Commercial 177

Commercial Contractors Construction Project Management 177

Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

A new standard for construction silica regulation — US OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1153 — requires contractors to control employees’ exposure to respirable crystalline silica to help protect them from these worksite hazards. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), more than. and kidney disease.

Guidelines 317

Guidelines OSHA Safety United States 317

FDR Safety

MARCH 9, 2023

as the controlling employer for a fall protection violation. Replacement of the tubes involved several contractors and required the erection of a three-level scaffold. Suncor’s safety program required contractors to attach a yellow tag to any incomplete scaffold.

Employment 120

Employment OSHA Commissioning Safety 120

Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

The ABC said the ruling should provide clarity to contractors about their responsibility under the National Labor Relations Act.

Employment 157

Employment ABC Contractors 157

Construction Dive

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Associated Builders and Contractors opposed the change, saying it will disrupt contractor and subcontractor relationships.

Employment 144

Employment Contractors 144

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Qualifying nominees for Sustainability VIP 2024 include all construction industry professionals — general contractors, subcontractors, manufacturers, suppliers, etc. — The nomination period ends Jan. Look for our finalists in CBO's March 2024 print magazine and on constructionbusinessowner.com.

Sustainability 367

Sustainability Green Certification Education 367

Construction Superintendent Magazine

JUNE 9, 2021

Construction employment declined for the third time in the past four months in May as nonresidential contractors coped with lengthening and unpredictable delivery times that limited their ability to start or complete projects, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data.

Employment 98

Employment Contractors Construction America 98

Construction Business Owner

JULY 8, 2024

From general contractors to CEOs to specialty trade workers, we aim to showcase exceptional female professionals making significant advancements in the construction industry. If you know a woman who is making a remarkable impact in the construction industry, we want to hear about her!

Construction 363

Construction Subcontracting United States Industrial 363

BD+C

JULY 7, 2021

Construction employment declined by 7,000 between May and June as the industry still employs 238,000 fewer people than before the pandemic, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data released today.

Employment 111

Employment Construction Residential America 111

Construction Equipment

AUGUST 7, 2020

Construction employment decreased in 225, or 62 percent, out of 358 metro areas in June compared to the same period last year, despite widespread increases from May to June, according to an analysis of government data that the Associated General Contractors of America. It’s troubling to see…

Metro 117

Metro Employment America Contractors 117

Construction Business Owner

JULY 17, 2019

The Pennsylvania Construction Workplace Misclassification Act (CWMA) prohibits employers from improperly classifying their workers as independent contractors, not employees, to avoid their obligation to provide workers’ compensation benefits. In Dep’t of Labor & Indus.,Uninsured Uninsured Emp’rs Guar.

Pennsylvania 219

Pennsylvania Compensation Employment Construction 219

Construction Dive

JUNE 13, 2023

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission filed suit against electrical contractor Hatzel & Buehler over alleged labor law violations.

New Jersey 131

New Jersey Electrical Discrimination Contractors 131

Construction Business Owner

AUGUST 9, 2017

Steve owns Quik Contractors, a midsize general contractor that specializes in commercial projects. Over the last several years, his company has grown to over $16 million in annual sales, with an average project size of $500,000 to $1,500,000. He employs a total of 45 office and field personnel.

Project Management 218

Project Management Employment Estimating Commercial 218

Construction Business Owner

APRIL 20, 2023

CDT A growing consensus of contractors believes labor utilization can be greatly improved with the right software. Promote to rotator No Rotator Image Status of webinar Featured Why it matters, what to watch for, & the impact it can have on your business Thu, 05/18/2023 - 12:00 1 p.m.

Software 177

Software Software Contractors Electrical 177

Construction Dive

JULY 23, 2020

Poole Anderson Construction President Stephanie Schmidt talks about furloughs, safety protocols and finding the most comfortable face coverings for her employees.

Pennsylvania 156

Pennsylvania Employment Safety Contractors 156

Construction Dive

MAY 20, 2020

Boston Dynamics’ Spot has moved past the piloting phase, carrying laser scans on the project, which the general contractor took over in February.

Denver 160

Denver Boston Airports Employment 160

Construction Superintendent Magazine

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Construction employment increased in 40 states and the District of Columbia in October from a year earlier, while 22 states added construction jobs from September to October, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America.

Employment 98

Employment District of Columbia Connecticut Virginia 98

Construction Business Owner

JULY 12, 2018

By failing to capture, unlock and employ insights from one project to the next, owners and contractors miss out on a critical opportunity to make the industry safer, more efficient and, ultimately, more profitable.

Profitability 234

Profitability Employment Industrial Site 234

BD+C

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Construction employment stagnated in January, ending eight months of recovery from the pandemic-related losses of early 2020, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data released today.

Employment 105

Employment America Construction Contractors 105

Construction Dive

MARCH 25, 2020

Operations Manager Paul Nielsen walks us through how important tech is to the contractor's construction process, from an image-capturing robotic dog to its custom app that makes “napkin sketches” reality.

Employment 159

Employment US Contractors Management 159

Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 15, 2018

In this busy construction market, contractors are always looking for ways to find more skilled workers to fill important roles on their teams. Contractors who do manage to find the workers they need also face another challenge: retaining those employees. Don’t Forget About Training and Education.

Construction 234

Construction Education Employment Project Management 234

Construction Business Owner

MAY 28, 2021

CBO’s Sustainability VIPs are general contractors and subcontractors who have developed programs or launched initiatives within their companies to support any of the following areas of sustainability: Industry and infrastructure. Humanitarian efforts (poverty, hunger, equality, health, wellness, education, employment).

Sustainability 296

Sustainability Green Education Employment 296

Construction Dive

MAY 19, 2020

Managers at LOTT Restaurant Construction have refined timelines, employed virtual walkthroughs and researched practices from hospital construction to help the firm and clients evolve in a changing business environment.

Philadelphia 164

Philadelphia Employment Environment Contractors 164

Construction Dive

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

High interest rates have negatively impacted some projects, but unemployment has dipped as contractors focus on their backlog.

Employment 136

Employment Contractors Construction 136

Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Qualifying nominees for Sustainability VIP 2022 include all construction industry professionals — general contractors, subcontractors, manufacturers, suppliers, etc. — Humanitarian efforts (poverty, hunger, equality, health, wellness, education, employment). Protection of climate, wildlife and waterways. Nominations close Jan.

Sustainability 296

Sustainability Green Education Employment 296

Construction Business Owner

JANUARY 4, 2022

Qualifying nominees for Sustainability VIP 2021 include all construction industry professionals — general contractors, subcontractors, manufacturers, suppliers, etc. — Humanitarian efforts (poverty, hunger, equality, health, wellness, education, employment). Protection of climate, wildlife and waterways.

Sustainability 296

Sustainability Green Education Employment 296

Construction Dive

JULY 6, 2020

During peak activity, the project, with Mortenson as its general contractor, will employ 1,200 construction workers.

Chicago 171

Chicago Employment Contractors Construction 171