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The Fundamentals of the Construction Industry Are Strong, but Lingering Workforce Concerns Need Industry-Wide Action

The latest CCI numbers show 46% of contractors still have a “high concern” about the availability of skilled labor and 85% are equally concerned about the cost of labor.
By Diane Earll
August 8, 2019
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by Diane Earll
Diane Earll is Chief Human Resources Officer, USG Corporation. In this role, she is responsible for the Human Resources, Corporate Communications, Corporate Services, and Environmental, Health & Safety functions. USG Corporation is an industry-leading manufacturer of building products and innovative solutions. For additional information, visit www.usg.com.

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