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.
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Construction Industry Only Adds 2,000 Jobs in July
(08/05/2025)
The construction industry added 2,000 jobs in July, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has...
The construction industry had 248,000 job openings on the last day of April, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor...
The key to successful building construction is the foundation—and ethics are a key part of that. One of the core values of the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC), as stated in our...
The Heat Is On
(12/15/2023)
Thermal bridging describes places on a building’s facade system where there is unhindered conduction of heat from the inside to the outside and vice versa.
Improving Results Starts With…
(12/15/2023)
It is always a good time to reflect on your personal and business performance, effectiveness, and results. In other words, how was your year? Did you accomplish what you set out to achieve?
This Month’s Features
The Benefits of DfMA in the Acceleration of Building Construction
DfMA is a strategic approach that optimizes the design process to enhance efficiency in manufacturing and assembly, ultimately leading to cost savings and faster...
Busting The Myth that Metal Roofs Hurt Wi-Fi and Cellular Signals
U.S. and Canadian homeowners are turning to residential metal roofs for plenty of good reasons. Metal roofs can last more than 50 years. They...
How Smart Material Handling Drives Construction Success
Competent contractors look for any efficiency that gives them an edge without sacrificing quality. To that end, efficient material handling has emerged as a...
Bifold Doors or Hydraulic Doors: It is the Customer’s Choice
Two popular options are bifold doors and hydraulic doors. Each door style has advantages and can be a great choice for different projects and...