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In a recent video, Steve Sandherr, CEO of the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC), voiced his opposition to President Biden’s proposed rule mandating Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) for federal construction projects over $35 million. Sandherr emphasized that while AGC does not oppose PLAs in the private sector when contractors choose them voluntarily, the federal mandate imposes unnecessary constraints. He argued that the rule lacks evidence and data to support its broad application and forces contractors into agreements that might not be in the best interest of the project or the taxpayer. Sandherr highlighted several key concerns with the mandate.…

South Dakota and Texas Leads Top Rankings of Year-over-Year Increases, While New York Lags; South Dakota and New Jersey Lead in Monthly Gains, While D.C. and Ohio Experience Largest Declines Construction employment increased in 35 states in December from a year earlier, while 32 states added construction jobs between November and December, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America today. Association officials said the employment gains reflected strong demand for construction but noted that tight labor markets are preventing firms from adding even more workers. “Construction demand remains strong in many parts of…

The Culture of CARE is an program created by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and the AGC of Washington to support companies in creating diverse, safe, welcoming, and inclusive job sites and promote diversity and inclusion in the construction industry. Culture of CARE is more than just caring about people; it is asking companies to commit to building work environments where every employee feels valued, respected, and heard through the programs four pillars: Commit, Attract, Retain and Empower. This episode of AGC’s ConstructorCast podcast highlights the partnership between AGC and FMI in developing a series of articles that…

AGC has partnered with Make-A-Wish San Diego for a heartwarming charity event aimed at transforming a young boy’s life by building him a personalized “man cave.” This dedicated space will provide him with a sanctuary where he can indulge in his favorite activities like playing games and building puzzles. The “man cave” will be thoughtfully designed to cater to his interests, ensuring he has a special place to call his own. This initiative exemplifies the power of community and collaboration, showcasing how construction professionals can come together to make a meaningful difference in the life of a child in need.

President Lacks Legal Authority to Impose Such Sweeping Labor Policy, Especially When the Government’s Own Data Shows Imposing Project Labor Agreements Fail to Produce Contracting Efficiencies, Association Notes The Associated General Contractors of America and its Louisiana AGC chapter filed suit today in federal court to block the Biden Administration’s unlawful effort to mandate project labor agreements for major federal construction projects. Association officials noted that President Biden lacks the legal and constitutional authority to impose such sweeping labor policies that undermine current labor agreements for union firms and discriminate against open shop contractors. “This new regulation is an unlawful solution…

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The construction sector added 17,000 employees in December and continued to raise wages at a faster clip than other industries, the Associated General Contractors of America reported in an analysis of government data released today. Association officials said the survey it released this week found contractors expect to hire more employees in 2024 but are struggling to find enough qualified workers. “The above-average wages that the construction industry pays have helped contractors add workers,” said Ken Simonson, the association’s chief economist. “More than two-thirds of firms in our survey say they plan to expand in 2024 but they expect it will be…

In a recent video, AGC of America Chief Economist Ken Simonson highlighted key findings from the 2024 Construction Industry Hiring and Business Outlook Survey, sponsored by Sage. The survey, which gathered nearly 1,300 responses, reveals that contractors remain optimistic about the overall construction industry, although slightly less so than the previous year. Notably, there is a strong sense of optimism regarding infrastructure and federal spending categories, reflecting the anticipated influx of funds from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and other recent legislation. However, contractors express significant concerns over high interest rates, which are expected to continue constraining developer-financed sectors…

New Industry Outlook Shows Firms Are Counting on Public Sector, Data Center and Manufacturing Construction to Offset Declines in Retail, Lodging & Office Work; Two-Thirds of Firms Plan to Hire; Many Worry about Inflation Construction contractors have a decidedly mixed outlook for 2024 as firms predict transitions in demand for projects, the types of challenges they will face and the technologies, including artificial intelligence, they will embrace according to survey results the Associated General Contractors of America and Sage released today. Amid these changes, contractors are struggling to cope with significant labor shortages, the impacts of higher interest rates and input costs,…

Dallas-Plano-Irving, Texas, and Baton Rouge, La. Lead in Job Gains While Orange-Rockland-Westchester, N.Y. Experiences Worst Losses; Construction Association Prepares to Release Survey Reporting Mixed Conditions Construction employment declined in almost a quarter of metro areas between November 2022 and November 2023 as demand tapered in some parts of the country and labor shortages made it hard for contractors to fill vacancies, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of new government employment data. Association officials said the new data is consistent with the results of the 2024 Construction Hiring & Business Outlook survey that AGC and Sage will release this Thursday.…