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The producer price index for materials and services used in nonresidential construction rose 0.1 percent from January and 3.1 percent from February 2025, driven by sharp increases in metals prices, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data released today. Association officials warned that rising costs for key materials are making it harder for contractors and project owners to move forward with planned construction projects. “Major increases in the prices for diesel fuel and key metals occurred before the start of the Iran war,” said Ken Simonson, the association’s chief economist. “The disruption of…
The Master Builders’ Association of Western Pennsylvania (MBA) honored the region’s top projects February 26 at its 2026 Building Excellence Awards, held at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pa., home of the Pittsburgh Steelers. More than 1,300 industry leaders attended the Construction Industry Evening of Excellence, celebrating projects that reflect this year’s theme, Building What’s Next, and demonstrate how winning work drives economic growth, supports jobs, and sets the standard for quality in the construction industry. Award winners included Mascaro Construction Company, LP; Rycon Construction, Inc.; Caliber Contracting Services, Inc.; Landau Building Company; PJDick Incorporated; Jendoco Construction Corporation; and Griffin Interior…
Energy Job Shop, a North America platform connecting skilled trades workers to industrial careers, has launched a $1,000 annual scholarship to support individuals entering apprenticeships, technical training programs, and energy related careers.The award is open to applicants across Canada and the United States pursuing recognized trade certifications, apprenticeship pathways, or related industry programs.Full details and application information: https://www.energyjobshop.com/scholarship/
Construction employment declined by 11,000 jobs in February, with decreases in both residential and nonresidential segments, according to an analysis of new government data released today by the Associated General Contractors of America. The decline follows stronger hiring in January than previously reported and suggests contractors are becoming more cautious about adding workers amid uncertainty about materials prices and demand for projects. “Contractors may be more reluctant to add workers amid uncertainty about how much they will pay for construction materials and demand for certain types of construction projects,” said Macrina Wilkins, the association’s director of market insights. “But even…
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The producer price index for materials and services used in nonresidential construction rose 2.9 percent from January 2025 to last month, while construction spending slipped 0.4 percent from December 2024 to December 2025, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of two government reports issued today. Association officials said that tariffs are inflating the cost of key materials and urged federal officials to quickly renew key infrastructure measures like the surface transportation bill to give domestic suppliers the certainty they need to boost production. “Although producer indexes are based on selling prices of domestic producers, the…
Finding and keeping skilled workers remains one of the construction industry’s biggest challenges. To help members tackle this issue head-on, AGC of America—along with our partners at Arcoro—has released the Construction Workforce & HR Conference After-Action Report. This report serves as a catalogue of construction workforce development and HR success stories from around the country. As you will see, this report not only provides details of those success stories but the contact information for the men and women who crafted those solutions. Watch this video to give you an idea of the kind of solutions you will find.
The Associated General Contractors of America is launching a nationwide campaign to push for new federal highway and transit funding to preserve economic growth in communities across the country, association officials announced today. The campaign, called America’s Moving Forward, launches as a new association analysis of federal employment data found that most major metro areas in the country added new construction jobs since 2020. “Improving highways and transportation systems makes it easier for companies to thrive and expand by lowering shipping costs, accelerating deliveries and connecting firms to clients and investors,” said Ken Simonson, the chief economist of the Associated…
As the construction industry prepares for Construction Safety Week 2026 (May 4–8), a new episode of AGC’s ConstructorCast examines why this industry-wide initiative continues to play a vital role in improving jobsite safety and strengthening a culture of care. In this episode, host Max Nelson welcomes the 2026 Construction Safety Week Co-Chairs:Adam Jelen, President & CEO of Gilbane Building Company, andKyle Larkin, President & CEO of Granite. Together, they reflect on the growth of Construction Safety Week, the progress the industry has made, and the work that still lies ahead—especially around serious injuries, fatalities, and mental health. Why Construction Safety…
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