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ACTION ALERT: ABC Members Needed to Complete U.S. Dol Davis-Bacon
ACTION ALERT: ABC MEMBERS NEEDED TO COMPLETE U.S. DOL DAVIS-BACON WAGE SURVEY FOR HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS WHAT: The U.S. Department of Labor is conducting a Davis-Bacon wage survey for highway con-struction projects performed in Kentucky. WHO: The survey is for contractors and subcontractors performing work on federal, state, local, and privately owned highway projects active […]
VIDEO: How can construction be an advocate for addiction recovery?
By Construction Briefing | Originally posted on constructionbriefing.com The construction industry has one of the highest suicide rates among any profession in the world, and a leading cause of depression and self harm stems from substance addiction. Greg Sizemore of US-based Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), a trade organisation representing more than 22,000 contracting and […]
Success Stories: Culture Attracts Talent in Construction
By ConnectedWorld.com | Originally posted on connectedworld.com We know the labor shortage is a challenge. In fact, the U.S. BLS (Bureau of Labor Statistics) numbers and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce show there are a defined number of jobs and not enough workers or skilled workers to fill them—to the tune of roughly 2.2 million open […]
What’s behind the widening gender wage gap?
By LEXANDRA OLSON and CLAIRE SAVAGE Associated Press | Originally posted on madison.com NEW YORK — Just how much of a setback was the COVID-19 pandemic for U.S. working women? Although women who lost or left their jobs at the height of the crisis have largely returned to the workforce, a recent finding points to […]
Skilled Trades Advisory Council Earns Nonprofit Status to Address Labor Crisis
By Walls & Ceilings | Originally posted on wconline.com The Skilled Trades Advisory Council announced on Sept. 17 that it has officially earned 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, a significant milestone in its mission to combat the ongoing skilled labor crisis in the United States and Canada. Founded in August 2023, STAC brings together industry leaders who […]
Election Outlook: How Will Construction Fare?
By For Construction Pros | Originally posted on forconstructionpros.com Exploring the industry’s top concerns and priorities tied to the outcome in November As the United States approaches the 2024 presidential election on Nov. 5, citizens with ties to the construction industry have a considerable decision to make. This year’s presidential race pits current Vice President […]
