Record Rebound in Construction Job Openings in August
Hurricane Beryl seems to have spiked construction job openings. While overall industry openings are down, hurricanes Helene and Milton could compound Beryl's effects.
Construction Employment Increased by 25,000 in September
For five straight months, construction sector job growth holds strong and is hopeful to continue.
Four Steps to Reduce Workers’ Compensation Costs
Addressing behavioral health early can lower workers’ compensation costs, speed up recovery and help injured construction workers return to the job faster.
ABC Urges Negotiations to Restore Operations Following Port Strike
Following the ILA strike on the East and Gulf Coasts, ABC issues a statement.
Passing It Down: Transferring Knowledge From One Generation to the Next
Today’s retiring workforce holds the key to building the future. Their transfer of knowledge will make or break the new generation of skilled-trades workers.
Not-So-Clearly Stated: Workers’ Comp When Out-of-State
It’s critical for construction companies to understand the exact protections offered by their workers’ compensation policy when sending employees on out-of-state travel—but state-by-state variabilities can make that a daunting task.
When Opportunity Knocks: The New CTE and Business Campus in Forney, Texas
The new Keith Bell Opportunity Central campus in Forney, Texas, is a comprehensive mixed-use facility built to support high-school students in CTE programs—from cosmetology to construction trades to education—as well as early childhood development, community entertainment, restaurant, retail and more.
Construction Students Jam Out With Ty Pennington at National Skilled-Trades Competition
SkillsUSA is a national skilled-trades competition that is quickly gaining a whole new audience through an online docuseries called SKILLS JAM.
