Tips for Finding and Retaining Talent for Your Contracting Business
The need for skilled professionals in construction has become a pressing challenge for the industry. It is estimated that construction companies will need to hire nearly 501,000 additional workers...
The 6 Best U.S. Cities for Construction Industry Jobs
2022 is a great time to be searching for a job in the construction industry. Demand for new projects remains high, along with openings for new positions, whether you...
Apprenticeship Programs Can’t Do It Alone
In recognition of National Apprenticeship Week, November 14-20, The National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) congratulates all apprentices currently training in the United States to become construction...
3 Reasons You Need to Hire Veterans
Check out three reasons contractors should hire veterans.
From Straight A’s to Skilled Trades: Jacob Brooks Finds Success on His Own Terms
From the beginning, Jacob Brooks was destined for success. In high school, he earned straight As and piled up academic scholarships. Everyone around him assumed he was destined to...
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...
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...
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...