Construction employment increased in 190 out of 358 metro areas, was unchanged in 64 and declined in 104 between November 2014 and November 2015, according to a new Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) analysis of federal employment data. Association officials noted that the number of metro areas experiencing construction job growth continues to grow as firms appear to be having an easier time finding workers to hire steady amid reports of worker shortages.
Construction Job Growth Continues Despite Reports of Worker Shortages
Construction employment increased in 190 out of 358 metro areas, was unchanged in 64 and declined in 104 metros between November 2014 and 2015
January 4, 2016
Associated General Contractors of America