The Hidden Risks of Promoting Unprepared Leaders in Construction
In a merit-based industry such as construction, it’s common for employers to promote members of their crew to higher levels based on excellent performance. It’s not unusual to see...
How to Become a Heavy Equipment Operator
Whether you’re working on a construction site, re-paving a road or anything in-between, heavy equipment is the backbone of the industry.
Six Top Growing Career Paths in Construction
When choosing a career, everyone wants something relevant. You likely strive for a future filled with opportunities, which is why so many people go into construction. These are the...
Additive Manufacturing in Construction
Additive manufacturing (AM), or 3D printing, is increasingly becoming an important technology in the manufacturing sector. The global construction additive manufacturing market is expected to be worth nearly $40...
NCCER Is Named a DEWALT Grow the Trades Grant Recipient
ALACHUA, Fla. – The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) is honored to be recognized as a DEWALT Grow the Trades Grant recipient for its efforts to...
Immersion Experience Drives Construction Career Interest in Maine
This article was originally published in ACTE Techniques – February 2025 Edition. Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Maine, located in Augusta, Maine, is a statewide trade membership organization...
How Superintendents Impact Construction Project Profitability
A successful construction project relies on skilled superintendents to manage a build from breaking ground to site clean-up. They are the point people whose management talents influence outcomes and...
Commercial Spaces Need To Be Updated Post-COVID: Here’s How
One of the legacies of COVID-19 will be the way it redefined work and the workspace for an entire generation. Attitudes, expectations and business models have shifted to accommodate...
NCCER Publishes Third Edition of Field Safety Curriculum
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) has published the third edition of its Field Safety curriculum. This versatile training curriculum supports jobsite safety through the education...
Building a Strong Foundation to Transform the Construction Workforce at Wake Tech
This article was originally published on the Wake Technical Community College website and has been shared with permission. In an era where the demand for skilled craft professions...