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Type: News
Section: Business > Labor & Workforce Development
Labor & Workforce Development
Masonry Trade Educator Wins Inaugural Award
Carhartt, Inc
Mathew Bracey, Construction Trades Masonry Program Manager at Randolph Career and Technical Center, was recognized by Carhartt's inaugural 'Steel Apple' Award celebrating the educators of our next generation of skilled labor.
April 15, 2025
Labor & Workforce Development
NSSGA Names Jim Nickolas as Board Chair
National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association
Jim Nickolas, executive vice president and chief financial officer of Martin Marietta, was named the new chair of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association during the 2024 NSSGA annual convention.
March 29, 2024
Business
Employee vs. Independent Contractor Classification Rule Change Under Consideration
The U.S. Department of Labor is considering enacting a rule that would provide guidance on who's an employee and who's an independent contractor.
October 13, 2022
Labor & Workforce Development
6 Primary Causes of Workforce Issues Identified by Wirtgen Group, BuildWitt New Partnership
Wirtgen Group, a John Deere Co.
The steady trend of labor shortages shows no end in the near future. Shrinking labor pools, high rates of turn-over, and under skilled labor continue to be issues for the entire industry. This new partnership vows to work together on innovative solutions.
October 11, 2022
Construction News
Construction Job Openings Plummet 17.5% in June
Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC)
Construction job openings fell by 71,000 in June, to 334,000, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Opening and Labor Turnover Survey data - revealing early signs of a slowing market
August 4, 2022
Business
Construction Sees Strong Hiring in June
National Association of Home Builders
In June, residential construction lost 4,100 jobs, and non-residential construction added 16,500 jobs.
July 13, 2022
Training & Education
Trade School Expands Skills Training
Universal Technical Institute (UTI)
UTI is adding 15 new programs, including robotics and industrial maintenance, to recent class offering additions that included electric vehicle repair and maintenance.
June 19, 2022
Labor & Workforce Development
Construction Bootcamp Offered in Canada
CLAC
CLAC Training is offering a new construction Bootcamp training program in Ontario to help individuals with limited or no experience in the skilled trades gain the skills they need to start a fulfilling, well-paying construction career.
May 3, 2022
Rental
United Rentals Hosting Safety Webinars in May
United Rentals Inc.
Online learning series from United Rentals will focus on confined space safety for utilities and contractors.
April 20, 2022
Labor & Workforce Development
New Construction Career Tool Available Through NCCER
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)
This new national program leads individuals beyond career exploration to direct connections with local training programs and entry-level jobs.
April 7, 2022
Rental
ARA Launches Certified Programs in Sales, Service, MEWP
American Rental Association (ARA)
The online professional development programs are designed to teach fundamental knowledge about the equipment rental industry.
April 4, 2022
Labor & Workforce Development
Women of KAI Build Share Their Experiences for Women in Construction Week
St. Louis-based general contractor KAI Build asked several of its female employees to share their stories and opinions on the future of women in construction.
March 11, 2022
Business
Women of Asphalt Roundtable at World of Asphalt to Highlight Diversity & Inclusion
Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)
Women of Asphalt organization brings six women together for a lively interactive discussion geared toward helping the industry find and retain the talent it needs.
March 7, 2022
Construction Technology
Women in Construction See Digital Transformation as a Top Priority
Survey shows digital transformation is a priority at 71% of construction companies - and opens up more opportunities for women.
March 7, 2022
Labor & Workforce Development
Study: Job Training Provides Competitive Advantage When Recruiting New Hires
Among those employed, 84% of Millennials and 79% of Generation X view professional development and training offerings as important considerations when accepting a new job.
February 4, 2022
Business
Only a Third of States Recovered Construction Jobs Post-pandemic as Some Warn of Legislative Threat
Construction employment remains below pre-pandemic levels in two out of three states. Now, AGC leaders say the Build Back Better plan could further threaten construction's recovery.
December 2, 2021
Business
SIMA Asks for Industry Support on Giving Tuesday
The SIMA Foundation is asking industry partners to become Giving Tuesday donors.
November 24, 2021
Labor & Workforce Development
Celebrate Careers in Construction Month 2021 with NCCER and Build Your Future
The ninth annual Careers in Construction Month (CICM) in October is intended to increase public awareness of career paths in construction.
September 24, 2021
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