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The construction industry had 407,000 job openings in August, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey. JOLTS defines a job opening as any unfilled position for which an employer is actively recruiting. Industry job openings increased by 54,000 last…
Led by the National Center Construction Education and Research (NCCER) and its Build Your Future (BYF) initiative, this October will mark the tenth annual Careers in Construction Month (CICM). This campaign aims to increase public awareness of construction careers and inspire the next generation of craft professionals. Together we can spread the word about the wide…
As the U.S. economy enters 2022’s final quarter, the economic situation is bothtroublesome and puzzling. With interest rates rising, and GDP growth falling, it isdisturbing because the year’s weak GDP growth coupled with three negative forcesplaying through the economy, offer the strong possibility that 2023 will be an evenweaker negative growth year. Of course, we…
Total construction spending declined by 0.7 percent in August as spending on new houses turned sharply lower, while public and private nonresidential construction posted mixed results, according to an analysis the Associated General Contractors of America released today of federal spending data. Association officials said that rising interest rates were hurting demand for housing and many…
Lowe’s today announced it will donate $2 million to support relief efforts in Florida after Hurricane Ian left devastation across the state, causing catastrophic flooding and damage. Lowe’s donation will support disaster relief partners and nonprofit Pro customers, helping organizations provide emergency shelter, food and rebuilding supplies to those affected by the storm. Lowe’s also will host relief events…
84 Lumber, the nation’s largest privately held building materials supplier, has donated $10,000 to the Asheville based MANNA FoodBank to shine a spotlight on Hunger Awareness Month. As the presenting sponsor of the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, which is being harvested from nearby Pisgah National Forest in North Carolina, 84 Lumber has delivered an early Christmas gift to MANNA FoodBank,…
Carolinas AGC was once again a winner at the AGC of America Chapter Awards Dinner last week, taking home the Diversity and Inclusion Award. Last year, the CAGC Chapter received both the Public Relations and Workforce Development awards, and three years ago won the Chapter of the Year Award. CAGC was honored by AGC of…
Associated Builders and Contractors today released its second annual construction technology report comprised of case studies that spotlight specific technologies and innovation best practices that ABC member contractors are utilizing to strengthen their value proposition. The report also features safety technology survey data from ABC contractors. “ABC’s 2022 Tech Report showcases how our members’ commitment to exploring…
Did you know that 1 in 25 construction industry workers are diagnosed with cardiovascular disease? Cardiovascular disease impacts everyone, but the American Heart Association specifically recognizes the higher prevalence in the construction industry. 1 in 4 construction workers struggle with being overweight. 1 in 4 construction workers are tobacco users. 1 in 4 construction workers…
Fluor Corporation (NYSE: FLR) announced today that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has extended the Fluor-led Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLC (SRNS) management and operating contract at the Savannah River Site near Aiken, South Carolina. The extension includes 4 years with an additional 1-year option. The total reimbursable contract value is $12 billion for 5…
