Image is Everything — Build Up Kansas Gives CTE a New Look
Around the beginning of 2018, Ben Hutton, a board member of Associated General Contractors (AGC) Kansas and owner of Hutton Construction in Wichita, KS, came before the AGC of...
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 meet project deadlines, maintain quality and...
Prioritizing Mental Health in the Construction Industry
Are you in a crisis? Call or text 988 or text TALK to 741741. Construction workers are familiar with hazardous conditions on job sites. OSHA guidelines, daily safety...
How Construction Industries Assist Individuals in Need
The construction industry is and will continue to assist individuals in need in various ways.
Most Construction Craft Professionals Like Their Jobs
Did you know that construction workers report higher levels of job satisfaction than all other industries combined?
NRCA: A National Roofing Apprenticeship Program
NRCA partnered with the National Center for Construction Education and Research to create a national roofing apprenticeship program, which was adopted by the Associated Builders and Contractors. Learn about...
Report: Construction Needs 439K New Workers
The United States construction industry and its contractors are facing several headwinds in 2025, not the least of which is the growing demand to fill current and future vacancies...
3 Tips to Help You Pass the Electrical Journeyman Exam
After spending a few years as an apprentice electrician learning the electrical craft, picking up new skills and gaining valuable experience on the job, you’re finally ready to take...
Construction Credentials: Why Do They Matter?
The desire for job and financial security often drives career choices, but only 33% of jobs need a four-year degree.
8 Ways the Construction Industry is Preparing for a Digital Future
Many industries are digitizing due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and construction is no exception. This sector has typically been slow to adopt new technologies, but it’s poised to...