According to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ 2025 Union Members Summary released today, 11.1 percent of U.S. construction industry workers belong to a union, an...
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The construction industry lost 11,000 jobs in December, according to Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment increased...
The construction industry had 213,000 job openings on the last day of October, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and...
Construction Industry Finally Adds Jobs in September
(12/01/2025)
The construction industry added 19,000 jobs on net in September, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Top 5 U.S. Cities For Construction Jobs, Ranked
(11/18/2025)
With demand on the rise, Astrak, a global supplier of undercarriage and wear parts for heavy machinery, analyzed which U.S. cities offer the best opportunities for construction workers.
The construction industry lost 7,000 jobs in August, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
This Month’s Features
Metal Construction News 45th Annual Contractor Survey
To check the pulse of the industry, Metal Construction News once again heard from those in the field through our 45th annual Contractor Survey....
Enhanced Durability of Open-Joint Metal Cladding in Rainscreens
Open-joint metal cladding systems are commonly used in contemporary building design, offering a sleek, modern aesthetic. While visually pleasing, they also fulfil critical control...
Painted Coatings, Anodize Finishes, and Custom Options for Aluminum
Painted coatings, anodize finishes, and specialty options protect the aluminum and enhance its material properties, while adding visual appeal. When these finishes are applied...
Why Ice Damming is a Thermal Failure (Not Just a Leak)
In auditing performance data across 1.2 million sf of industrial roofing this past year, our team identified a recurring trend: Post-storm moisture intrusion is...