Workforce Development
Report: Construction Needs 349K New Workers in 2026
The construction industry will need to add 349,000 new workers in 2026, according to a research model from the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). ABC...
New Report: Craft Training Remains Powerful, Yet Underutilized Tool for Contractors
Providing construction craft training to workers can increase productivity and work quality, accelerate career readiness and technical proficiency and improve behavior and accountability, according to a new report from the National...
NCCER and EnGen Launch English Pathway to Support Construction Foreman Advancement for All Craft Professionals
— The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) and EnGen have announced a new partnership that helps adult English learners build the...
Chamberlin Takes Training to a Higher Level
Chamberlin Roofing and Waterproofing is a well-established construction company concentrating on new and remedial projects. The company is based in Houston, Texas, with...
2025 State of the Construction Workforce Shortage [Infographic]
The construction industry continues to face a skilled workforce shortage, according to the 2025 Workforce Survey published by the Associated General Contractors of...
Shortage of Field Leaders [Infographic]
One of the most important factors to a successful construction project is its superintendent. As the stewards of the project, superintendents impact key...
Tips for Building an Effective Construction Foreman Training Program
For the construction industry to meet the rigorous demands of today’s project schedules, it’s imperative to have a knowledgeable and efficient workforce. Standardized...
ENR: Power the Future with Construction Training
NCCER’s article, “Power the Future with Construction Training,” appeared in the March 31, 2025 edition of the Engineering News-Record. Click here to read...
NCCER In The News: Business.com – 9 Steps for Building a Successful Construction Business
Jennifer Wilkerson, VP of Innovation and Advancement at NCCER, was recently quoted in an article on Business.com about how to successfully build and...
How Apprenticeships Empower Adult Learners and Bridge the Construction Workforce Gap
With half a million new workers needed in 2025 to meet construction industry demands and 94 percent of contractors struggling to fill open...
How Smart Contractors Are Solving Workforce Challenges
The construction industry is facing an undeniable challenge: Workforce shortages and skill gaps are making it harder for subcontractors and specialty contractors to...
Unraveling the Red Tape for Apprenticeship Opportunities
Apprenticeship programs offered by employers play a vital role in developing the construction workforce. They present paid opportunities for young people to learn...