Contractors Feeling Workforce Pinch
Nationwide survey finds 86 percent of contractors have difficulty filling key craft and salaried jobs as demand for construction increases All 21 Crafts in Survey are in Short Supply at
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Fortis Construction, Inc. Awarded with the PRIDE Designation
Congratulations to Fortis Construction, Inc for the AGC Safety PRIDE designation. It takes a substantial commitment to meet the stringent guidelines which indicate that they possess the safety and health
Construction Spending in June Grows at Fastest Rate Since 2006
PRESS RELEASE FROM AGC OF AMERICA Construction spending in June recorded the highest year-over-year growth rate since 2006, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association
Workplace Safety Training Grants Available
Oregon OSHA is accepting applications for the development of innovative workplace safety and health training programs. Unique projects such as mobile apps, videos, or online educational games to engage workers
U.S. Construction Unemployment Hits 14-Year Low
Construction Unemployment Falls to 14-Year Low as Employment Hits Highest Mark Since 2009; Data Point to Looming Worker Shortage, Officials Warn Despite increase in July, industry’s job growth has slowed
Are You Doing Great Things in Your Community?
The application site for the national AGC in the Community Award is now live! AGC members who meet the competition requirements are encouraged to apply online for some much-deserved recognition. AGC
OP-ED: Jordan Cove project will transform community, industry
This column originally appeared in The Daily Journal of Commerce in Buildings Bridges and Roads By: Mike Salsgiver In the 1970s, the southwestern Oregon economy was thriving due in large
So. Oregon Contractor Discusses Workforce Training
Russ Batzer Responds to AGC of America Survey Results On September 9, AGC of America released this press release outlining the results of their workforce survey. It turns out that
Construction Unemployment Hits Sept Low, But Hiring Slows
Construction Unemployment Falls to Lowest September Mark in 15 Years as Hiring Slows Amid Growing Worker Shortages Warning that Worker Shortages Could Lead to Higher Construction Costs and Slower Schedules,
OP-ED: Uneven recovery means more work is needed
This column originally appeared in The Daily Journal of Commerce in Buildings Bridges and Roads By: Mike Salsgiver As we approach the eighth anniversary of the start of the Great