New Survey Finds Education is a Priority for Next Gen Construction Professionals
A recent DeWalt survey found 48% of US contractors prioritize training of new recruits followed by contingency planning and resilient supply chain solutions.
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NAHB Provides Resources for Recruitment
As the construction labor shortage continues to negatively impact the industry, the National Home Builder’s Association (NAHB) released updated resources that can be utilized as recruiting tools for the trades.
Aging Workforce Contributes to Labor Shortages
One of the most pressing issues the construction industry faces is an aging workforce.
Construction Labor Shortage Woes Continue in 2021
2020 Figures show the construction industry will need an additional 430,000 workers in 2021.
More Women Take Up Trades as a Career
A recent survey of high school students found that almost as many young women as men were considering a career in the trades. Working on their own home improvement projects had sparked an interest in remodeling and renovation, according to the study. There have been a number of contributing factors to an increase of women …
Skilled Trades Careers On the Rise
The construction labor shortage has been a thorn in the side of site managers for years now. But a new study shows that interest in the trades is starting to increase among high school students. According to a study by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), interest in a career in the trades was …
Is a Degree in Construction Management Right for You?
If you are looking to climb the ranks in your construction company, a construction management degree is something you should think about. As with all degrees, you must consider the cost as degrees can range from $28,000 to $116,000. Last year saw a 5.7% increase in enrollment for four-year undergrad programs in universities across the …
Norbord’s “BECOME A FRAMER” Campaign Aims to Recruit Young Framers
Norbord is launching its Become a Framer outreach which is an evolution of its successful Thank a Framer campaign. Become a Framer aims to reduce construction labor shortages by creating awareness of the opportunities the trades offer. Become a Framer recruits young Americans directly by providing the resources they need to start a career in …
