High talent shortages, low unemployment and increasing demand for hard and soft skills are the reality for U.S. employers. New solutions are needed to address the big talent problem. Here are three practical steps employers can take business as hiring heats up this summer.
Construction Employment News: July 2018
Here’s a look at employment moves that occurred in the construction industry this month.
Technology and the Labor Shortage: Automation Can Empower Workers
If construction’s power players choose to proceed responsibly, automation and technology in construction will aid the labor shortage by streamlining processes and empowering workers.
Construction Employment Retains Momentum in June 2018
The U.S. construction industry has added 282,000 net new jobs during the past calendar year, a 4.1 percent increase.
NYC Phases in Safety Training Requirements
Per a law Mayor Bill de Blasio signed last October, the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) has released safety training thresholds that apply to workers at sites that require construction superintendents, site safety coordinators or site safety managers.
How to Support Breastfeeding Moms in Construction
As the amount and importance of women in the construction workforce continues to grow, a proactive plan addressing breastfeeding moms’ needs will put a company in a favorable position to not only attract, but also retain top talent.
Industry Groups Collaborate on Real Estate Career Resource
Twenty-nine real estate-related associations, including Associated Builders and Contractors, teamed up to launch a new website, CareersBuildingCommunities.org, that highlights the variety of career paths across all sectors of the real estate industry.
Three Tips for Contractors in States With Legalized Marijuana
It's imperative for construction employers to protect their businesses by staying up to date on current marijuana and drug testing laws, which vary from state to state.












