Construction Firms Add 28,000 Jobs In November, Outpacing Overall Job Growth Rates As Nonresidential Segment Continues To Lead Gains

Construction employment increased by 28,000 positions in November, outpacing the rate of overall nonfarm payroll growth, according to an analysis of new government data the Associated General Contractors of America released today. Association officials noted that the construction sector continues to experience acute labor shortages as the pool of lawfully...