Despite ongoing challenges like shortages of key materials and labor, rising prices and higher interest rates, the pandemic recovery continues for the construction industry. Growth morphed this year beyond warehouses and single-family housing to include improvement in other commercial sectors as well, according to the Dodge release. READ MORE
Commercial and Multifamily Starts Post Impressive Gains During First Half 2022
During the first six months of the year, the value of commercial and multifamily construction starts in the top 20 metropolitan areas of the U.S. increased 24% from 2021, according to Dodge Construction Network. Nationally, commercial and multifamily construction starts increased 18% year-to-date. READ MORE
Hiring the Best Candidates in Today's Market There are a lot of changes happening in hiring right now in the hot labor market. Offers are being customized instead of giving general packages, hires are happening at record speeds, and interviews are happening online or outside the boardroom.READ MORE
Top Level Senior Estimator Salary Trends for United States Are you looking for a great senior estimator to join your construction team? As a senior estimator, they will be responsible for calculating major construction cost estimates and will be involved in project planning, development, negotiation, and contract execution.READ MORE
Diversity and Inclusion in Construction Becomes Priority for Construction Companies Diversity and inclusion have become an increasingly important priority for the construction industry. The topic
of diversity and inclusion has gained significant traction in the last few years and rightfully so. In the construction industry, minorities make up less than half of the total workforce. READ MORE
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