Construction Metrics We’re Watching — November 2020: 2020 Employment Benchmarks
Viewpoint Construction Technology
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
A look at the state of the construction industry from a statistical point of view.
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Viewpoint Construction Technology
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
A look at the state of the construction industry from a statistical point of view.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
A look at the state of the construction industry from a statistical point of view.
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HardHatChat
DECEMBER 6, 2018
Here are our predictions of the four commercial construction industry trends we expect will shape our work in different sectors – and the construction landscape overall – in the year ahead: Senior Housing Communities Woo Workers with Facility Updates. We know there are more good things to come for our industry in 2019.
Construction Business Owner
AUGUST 21, 2013
(August 19, 2013) - Construction employment continued its spotty improvement in July, as more states posted year-over-year gains but most states posted decreases compared with June, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of Labor Department data.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
AUGUST 30, 2018
Even if you’re busy, we recommend taking a look at this month’s top headlines in construction news, especially since some pertain to seasonal safety and the industry’s labor market. Construction Jobless Rate Hits 18-Year Low, Industry Adds 19,000 Jobs. Keep an eye on this story, as it will likely affect our industry for a while.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 30, 2018
Before you head home to get in costume or hand out candy, check out the top headlines from October’s construction news. analyzed artificial intelligence adoption in a dozen industries and concluded construction will not be a top spender in this arena yet. Want to hear more about what’s happening in our industry?
Construction Marketing
APRIL 7, 2011
The Construction Marketing Association, announces its newest offering to association members—a Web-based career center that connects job seekers with prospective employers in the construction industry. The new job board, powered by career services leader JobTarget, can be found at www.constructionmarketingassociation.org.
Construction Marketing
JANUARY 24, 2013
To further understand the use of inbound marketing in the construction industry, the Construction Marketing Association conducted a national survey of construction professionals. The most popular type of inbound marketing content is PR or news announcements (68%). The following questions were asked: 1. Do you employ Inbound Marketing?
FDR Safety
MAY 13, 2024
OSHA AND FEASIBILITY The OSH Act is the relevant law, and OSHA standards are the relevant regulations for most employers and employees in the United States. OSHA CITATIONS It is particularly problematic when OSHA cites an employer and expects the employer to install safeguards that are not feasible.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 29, 2018
Compared to other industries, construction can be pretty dangerous. Additionally, the news suggests technology will play some other key roles for contractors, both now and in the future, if they get on board with it. Another key benefit: It can attract new, younger workers to the industry.
Construction Marketing
DECEMBER 11, 2014
WorkHands is a social media network that is for skilled workers that are in the construction and manufacturing industries. The main purpose of the website is to better connect employers with skilled workers in the United States. WorkHands also sends updates about jobs in the area, news about users trades, and more.
Construction Marketing
SEPTEMBER 18, 2012
To further understand social media use in the construction industry, the Construction Marketing Association conducted a national survey of construction professionals. 61% of those in the construction industry do not employ blogging in their social media marketing program, while 39% do. The following questions were asked: 1.
FDR Safety
DECEMBER 1, 2017
OSHA recently announced another delay in the deadline for employers to electronically submit their 2016 injury and illness data to the agency. As a brief recap, the revised recordkeeping rule requires employers with 250 or more employees to submit their OSHA 300A Annual Summaries for each separate establishment by December 15.
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.
Construction Marketing
JUNE 6, 2014
The only other industries where professionals feel more confident about their employment prospects are in finance, wholesale, and hospitality. If you’re considering an engineering degree, this will certainly spell good news come graduation: engineering and construction groups are certainly recruiting.
Business Facilities
JULY 18, 2022
The SEMI Foundation introduced an interactive platform designed to strengthen access for underrepresented workers to educational and employment opportunities in the semiconductor industry across the U.S.
Construction Junkie
JULY 24, 2020
With so many things still in flux in the construction industry due to the effects of the pandemics, it’s an extremely important time for employers to be able to get their open positions in front of the right candidates and for job seekers to be able to take advantage of the opportunities that are available. courtesy of Procore.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
SEPTEMBER 20, 2017
Broken into two standards, construction and general industry, OSHA’s ruling is expected to affect two million construction workers (in drilling, cutting, crushing, and grinding concrete and stone) and 300,000 general industry employees (in brick manufacturing, foundries, and hydraulic fracturing). With more than 2.3
Construction Junkie
MARCH 9, 2021
Women in Construction Week is in full swing after starting on Sunday, March 7 and continuing through March 13th, helping to raise awareness of the opportunities that are available for women in the industry and highlighting those making a positive impact. To help amplify the voices of that 10.9% courtesy of NAWIC/Safe Site Check In.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
OCTOBER 10, 2022
And for the global construction industry, this couldn’t be truer. . Faced with these statistics , it’s evident that we need to open up conversations on mental health in construction and related industries. . In the UK, it is predicted that one in four of us will be experiencing mental health problem this year.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 25, 2021
The Korean automotive supplier has purchased the former Alo Tennessee building in the Washington County Industrial Park, where it will create 117 new jobs. Sungwoo Hitech manufactures metal stamped components for the automotive industry. Sungwoo Hitech will invest $40 million to locate its first U.S. in Telford, TN.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 24, 2018
In the construction industry, no two days are ever alike. One of the biggest challenges facing the construction industry continues to be recruiting and retaining employees. For ongoing news about the event, make sure you follow us on Twitter , Linkedin , Facebook and Instagram and look for the hashtag #VCollab2018!
Construction Today
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
The UK construction industry is facing a crisis. Construction projects are delayed, costs are soaring, and the skills gap is widening—all while the demand for new infrastructure and housing… Source The post Why the UK Construction Industry Needs Immigration Reform Now appeared first on Construction Today.
Business Facilities
AUGUST 23, 2021
A $124 million investment will create the Global Transportation & Industrial Park of Oklahoma, bringing global commerce opportunities, economic development, and jobs to the region.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The construction industry added 34,000 jobs on net in August, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released by the U.S. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment grew by 228,000 jobs, an increase of 2.8%. Unemployment across all industries declined from 4.3% Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Construction Junkie
AUGUST 25, 2020
The Construction Industry Safety Alliance (CISC), has recently updated their COVID-19 Prevention, Preparedness, and Response Plan for Construction. The purpose of the resource guide is “to outline the steps that every employer and employee can take to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19,” the guide states.
FDR Safety
APRIL 27, 2017
A review of recent issues of OSHA’s “Quick Takes” newsletter highlighting important agency news paints a different picture of OSHA than newsletters from last fall. Then, the publication was full of news about companies being cited and fined. The new penalties had kicked in and the fines were reaching record levels.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
MARCH 7, 2022
Recruitment is one of the greatest hurdles we face in the industry today. As the New York Times journalist Jason M. Bailey wrote , “With the retirement of baby boomers in full swing, the construction industry is grappling with its biggest challenge: refilling its pool of employees. The good news? Young Professionals.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
MAY 21, 2022
Construction employment edged up by 2,000 jobs between March and April as contractors try to find workers in an increasingly tight labor market, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of new government data. The post Construction Employment Stalls as Industry Unemployment Rate Falls to 4.5%
Business Facilities
NOVEMBER 12, 2020
Highway guardrail manufacturer SPIG Industry, LLC's expansion in Washington County, VA will create 113 new jobs. Read: SPIG Industry Investing $7.9M In Virginia Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.
FDR Safety
AUGUST 31, 2016
6 key steps for meeting new OSHA silica standards. Many employers may not yet fully appreciate the impact of the new OSHA silica standards, but it is important they do because most will have to make significant changes to their operations to comply. Join Our Mailing List. By Craig Beck.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Construction employment increased in 43 states and the District of Columbia in September from a year earlier, while 28 states and D.C. added construction employees from August to September, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America. Texas added.
HardHatChat
MAY 24, 2016
One thing I really love about my job is having the opportunity to share insights about issues affecting the commercial construction industry – whether I’m writing a post for this blog, networking at industry events or connecting with a reporter who needs a construction expert’s perspective. I was more than happy to weigh in.
Construction Marketing
APRIL 3, 2017
We have the CMA career center to help you connect with employers and find jobs. To show you how much we want you to succeed, below are 8 tips for college job seekers, based in part from US News’ article on landing a job before graduation. It’s not enough to say you want to get into the construction industry. Be Specific.
FDR Safety
MAY 13, 2024
OSHA AND FEASIBILITY The OSH Act is the relevant law, and OSHA standards are the relevant regulations for most employers and employees in the United States. OSHA CITATIONS It is particularly problematic when OSHA cites an employer and expects the employer to install safeguards that are not feasible.
Pro Builder
NOVEMBER 9, 2021
Labor shortages are a key restraint in today’s market, but a scarcity of construction workers can be traced back to the Great Recession, when the industry lost over a million employees, Multi-Housing News reports. million of the total construction employment of 7.42 Residential construction represents about 3.1 percent in 2020.
Construction Enquirer
AUGUST 3, 2023
The unofficial walkout was triggered by employers’ decision to cut travel allowances by 50%. .” The latest workers’ unrest follows a walk-out last week by around 125 mechanical and electrical workers under the MEH Alliance at the site.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
JULY 15, 2022
The construction industry added 13,000 jobs on net in June, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of data released by the U.S. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has risen by 292,000 jobs, an increase of 4.0%. Nonresidential building also added 600 new positions.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
NOVEMBER 6, 2023
The construction industry added 23,000 jobs on net in October, 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 219,000 jobs, an increase of 2.8%. Unemployment across all industries increased from 3.8% last month.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
JUNE 7, 2023
The construction industry added 25,000 jobs on net in May, 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 192,000 jobs, an increase of 2.5%. Unemployment across all industries increased from 3.4% in April to 3.7%
Construction Superintendent Magazine
MAY 19, 2022
The construction industry added 2,000 jobs in April, but nonresidential construction employment decreased by 2,000 positions, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data by the U.S. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has expanded by 235,000 jobs, an increase of 3.2%. last month.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
JULY 12, 2018
The rule was originally scheduled to go into effect last November, but OSHA delayed its effective date until November 2018 to clarify the requirements and take into consideration comments from the construction industry.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
The construction industry added 16,000 jobs on net in August, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of data released by the U.S. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has risen by 311,000 jobs or 4.2%. Heavy and civil engineering employment fell by 2,000 positions. in July to.
Construction Superintendent Magazine
MAY 14, 2024
construction industry added a whopping 39,000 jobs, roughly double the average pace over the past few years and defying expectations of an already stretched-thin labor force. However, the construction industry remains highly localized and the where is extremely important when it comes to getting any project over the finish line.
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