How to start a carpenter apprenticeship
Want to earn while you learn in the trades? This look at carpenter apprenticeships reveals how trainees move from basics to blueprints, and why demand…
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Reshoring manufacturing in the US: What’s driving the change?
From GE to TSMC, companies are betting big on American manufacturing again. Find out what’s behind the reshoring wave and what it means for the…
2026 economic outlook: What’s shaping construction’s next wave of growth
Inflation may cool, but pressure won’t. Explore the 2026 economic trends that will separate resilient builders from those left behind.
Construction workforce shortage to reach 1 million by 2026
Contractors expect to need almost 1M new workers by 2026. With higher wages and expanded apprenticeships, the industry is racing to fill critical roles.
Construction turnover hit a new high as industry struggles with retention
New data shows construction turnover remains among the highest in the U.S., raising fresh concerns about retention in an already short-staffed industry.
Colorado Governor blasts tariffs as construction costs soar
A report from the governor’s office links surging tariffs to higher home prices and fewer building permits, warning of growing strain on Colorado’s economy.
8 workforce trends shaping construction in 2025
Construction labor in 2025 is being shaped by the arrival of Gen Z in the trades, rising wages, and the demand for green skills. Here…
10 fastest-growing cities for construction jobs in 2025
Explore the fastest growing US cities for construction jobs, from Phoenix to Portland, and see average salaries to find your next career move.
The numbers behind construction’s diversity problem
Construction diversity in the trades is evolving as more companies are using equitable hiring practices to meet growing labor demands.
The biggest construction industry challenges in 2025
Labor shortages, rising costs, evolving regulations, are some of the biggest construction industry challenges in 2025.
The highest-paying construction technology jobs in 2025
Learn about the highest-paying construction jobs available, from engineers to estimators to architects. Plus, tips for landing these roles.
NAHB Labor Report shows increasing need for construction workers
NAHB Labor Report insights highlight the urgent need for over 700,000 construction workers to meet the industry’s rising demand.
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