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Section: Business > Construction News
Labor & Workforce Development
ABC: Construction Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.7% in June
Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC)
National construction unemployment reached 4.7% in June, while higher labor costs, insurance premiums, tariffs and energy prices continue to weigh on construction activity.
August 7, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
Alliance for America's Skilled Trades Launches to Support Workforce Development
Carhartt, Inc
BlackRock, Carhartt, Ford and Google have launched the Alliance for America's Skilled Trades to expand training opportunities and strengthen the skilled labor pipeline.
August 6, 2026
Coaching & Consulting
Construction Scheduling Report Highlights Industry Challenges
SmartPM Technologies
SmartPM's 2026 State of Construction Scheduling report finds low confidence in project schedules and highlights the impact of schedule analytics on reducing delays.
August 4, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
Kooner Fleet Management Appoints Head of Strategy
Kooner Fleet Management Solutions
Kooner Fleet Management Solutions has named Micah Einterz head of strategy to lead long-term growth, strategic planning and business expansion.
August 3, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
DENIOS Launches Spanish-Language Website for Safety Products
DENIOS
The new website provides Spanish-speaking users with access to workplace safety products, educational resources and customer support.
July 26, 2026
Financing, Insurance & Leasing
JLL: Construction Costs Expected to Rise Through the Second Half of 2026
JLL
A new JLL report cites trade policy, labor shortages and data center demand as key factors driving higher construction costs and tighter contractor capacity.
July 25, 2026
Training & Education
Concrete Industry Management Enrollment Reaches Record High
Concrete Industry Management
More college students are choosing Concrete Industry Management programs as industry demand, hands-on education and career opportunities grow.
July 25, 2026
Truck Parts & Components
Industrial Truck Beds Rebrands as Hilltip Premium Truck Beds
Hilltip Premium Truck Beds
The truck bed manufacturer has adopted the Hilltip name as it expands its lineup of commercial truck bed solutions.
July 23, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
Community Opposition, Labor Constraints Reshape Data Center Construction Pipeline
OilPrice.com
Growing local resistance, permitting challenges and power constraints are delaying billions of dollars in AI data center projects, creating new hurdles for contractors and developers.
July 23, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
Construction Labor Struggle Calls for Stronger Workforce Planning
EB3.Work
Recent immigration policy confusion is another reminder that contractors benefit from diversified hiring, retention and long-term staffing strategies.
July 22, 2026
Safety Equipment - Other
Travelers Report Highlights Injury Risks for New and Older Construction Workers
The Travelers Companies, Inc.
First-year employees account for 44% of construction injuries, while older workers face longer recovery times, according to a new workers' compensation analysis.
July 22, 2026
Concrete Grinders & Scarifiers
The FOD Issue
International Grooving & Grinding Association
The effects of diamond grinding on airfield pavements.
July 22, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
ABC: Construction Industry Added 11,000 Jobs in June
Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC)
Nonresidential construction led employment gains last month, while higher unemployment and slower wage growth suggest labor availability may be improving.
July 21, 2026
Financing, Insurance & Leasing
Report Claims Construction Costs Expected to Climb Through Second Half of 2026
JLL
Data center demand, labor shortages, trade policy and material costs are increasing pressure on project budgets and contractor capacity.
July 21, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
NAWIC Announces 2027 Women in Construction Week Events
National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC)
The annual March event will feature webinars, jobsite tours, training sessions and networking opportunities focused on industry trends, safety and career development.
July 20, 2026
Training & Education
Meta, ABC Launch Workforce Training Program for Data Center Construction
Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC)
A new $115 million initiative will provide construction training, financial support and job opportunities for workers preparing to build data centers in four states.
July 17, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
Gaco and Enverge Name New President
Graco Inc.
Konrad Wernthaler will lead Gaco and Enverge, overseeing strategy, operations and commercial growth.
July 15, 2026
Labor & Workforce Development
Kubota Appoints New Vice President of Information Technology
Kubota Tractor Corp.
Charlie Kowalski will oversee ERP, supply chain, HR and IT systems across Kubota's U.S. operations.
July 14, 2026
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