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Construction spending increased 0.4 percent from March to April and 0.9 percent over 12 months, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of a new government report released today. Association officials urged Congress and the White House to pass a new highway and transportation funding bill before the current law expires in September in order to keep construction spending and the economy on a growth path. “Highway construction has been a major contributor to total nonresidential spending,” said Ken Simonson, the association’s chief economist. “For the past several months, total spending has increased only when there…
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and the American Institute of Architects (AIA) today released a new joint framework aimed at strengthening collaboration between architects and contractors to improve project outcomes across the construction industry. The report, Toward Collaboration’s Future: Strengthening the Architect-Contractor Relationship, outlines practical strategies to enhance communication, align incentives, manage risk and foster stronger team performance from project conception through completion. “Successful construction projects depend on strong collaboration between architects and contractors,” said Jeffrey D. Shoaf, the AGC’s chief executive officer. “This new framework provides a roadmap for improving communication, reducing conflict and delivering better results…
The construction industry lost one of its most passionate champions this week with the passing of Past AGC of America President Dan Fordice. Dan leaves behind a remarkable legacy shaped by faith, family, leadership, service and an unwavering commitment to both the construction industry and America’s veterans. For Dan, construction was never just a profession — it was part of his identity. A third-generation construction professional at what is now a fourth-generation AGC member company, he grew up attending AGC of America conventions alongside his family before eventually leading the association as President in 2022. He often reflected fondly on those early experiences, recalling family trips that began at AGC meetings and summers spent working in the family business from…
The producer price index for inputs to new nonresidential construction rose 1.7 percent in April and 6.6 percent from April 2025, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data released today. In contrast, the producer price index for new nonresidential building construction, a measure of prices contractors say they would charge to build a fixed set of buildings, increased just 3.6 percent over the past year. Association officials noted that proposals to temporarily suspend the federal gas tax will do little to offset these price increases “Construction input costs continue to rise much faster…
Construction employment rose by 9,000 jobs in April, as gains in nonresidential construction offset declines in residential activity, according to an analysis of new government data released today by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said the latest employment figures align with federal job openings data showing contractors continue to retain workers and hire selectively despite broader economic uncertainty. “The reason many construction firms added jobs last month is because of the strong demand for nonresidential projects, particularly for data centers,” said Macrina Wilkins, the association’s director of market insights. “Construction firms are paying a growing premium to…
Construction employment increased in 33 states and the District of Columbia between March 2025 and March 2026, while 31 states and D.C. added construction jobs between February and March, according to an analysis of new federal employment data released today by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials noted that while hiring has become more cautious in recent months, many contractors continue to struggle to find qualified workers for specialized projects and urged federal officials to invest in workforce development and career training programs. “March construction employment data show the industry continues to add jobs in many parts of…
AGC of America, in partnership with HCSS, is asking highway and transportation members to complete a brief survey to help improve work zone safety. The survey collects information on the frequency, severity, and impacts of work zone crashes, along with potential solutions. AGC will use the results to support a national media and public education campaign launching ahead of Memorial Day to encourage safer driving during the busy summer travel season. The data will also strengthen advocacy efforts for tougher work zone safety laws and enforcement. This is the final week to participate. Please take a few minutes to complete…
The latest episode of ConstructorCast gives listeners an inside look at what makes the annual convention hosted by AGC of America one of the construction industry’s most valuable events for professionals, students, and future leaders alike. Recorded on-site at the 2026 AGC Convention in Orlando, this special episode captures authentic conversations with attendees who share their firsthand experiences—from career-building networking opportunities to the inspiration gained from keynote speakers and peer connections. For many attendees, convention is far more than a conference. It is a place where students discover career pathways, professionals strengthen industry relationships, and companies help shape the future…
Construction employment rose in 30 states and the District of Columbia from February 2025 to February 2026, while 20 states added jobs between January and February, according to an analysis of new federal data released today by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials cautioned there are signs construction is slowing in parts of the country and urged federal officials to pass a new highway and transportation bill before the current measure expires to avoid delaying additional projects. “Severe winter weather in late January and February probably led to a drop in the number of states with one-month job…
Baltimore, M.D.-based Skanska-Fay Joint Venture was awarded for developing a first-of-its-kind gantry crane system mounted on a flatbed railcar, engineered to navigate tight tunnel curves while transporting and precisely placing heavy precast slabs. As a result, Skanska-Jay Joint Venture was named the grand prize winner of the AGC Innovation Awards, sponsored by Autodesk. In addition, Atlanta, GA-based Holder-Moody-Bryson-Sovereign, JV and West Palm Beach, Fla.-based Hedrick Brothers Construction won second- and third-place awards. “We want to help innovators take great ideas and turn them into industry-wide solutions,” said Rick Andritsch, the association’s national president and partner and vice president of business…