Construction Industry

The Baton Rouge metro area led the nation with a 22% increase in construction jobs between June 2025 and June 2026. Industry officials are urging Congress to approve a new federal transportation funding bill before the current law expires on September 30.

The Association of Liberian Construction Contractors (ALCC) called for stronger government support, greater local participation in public contracts, and increased collaboration to revive Liberia's construction industry during its 2026 General Assembly held at Paynesville City Hall.

South Texas builders report that increased immigration enforcement operations by ICE are causing construction delays, raising building costs, and exacerbating a labor shortage in the region. The South Texas Builders Association highlights the impact of intensified enforcement activities near the Rio Grande Valley on construction workers and projects.

Women constitute 3% of construction workers in Kenya, and a nonprofit group is providing opportunities for them to enter and advance in the field.

New data from Colorado's Department of Public Health and Environment shows construction workers have a higher overdose death rate (93.5 per 100,000) compared to other industries (43.5). Factors include long hours, financial stress, job-related injuries leading to painkiller use, and a mental health crisis in a male-dominated field. Industry leaders are promoting peer support programs to address the issue.

The Wisconsin Laborers District Council is launching LEAN, a peer support program for union members facing mental health, stress, or substance abuse challenges. The program, only the third of its kind in the U.S., includes trained peer specialists and a 24/7 hotline to address stigma and provide support.

A critical labor shortage in the construction industry is exacerbating the housing affordability crisis in America, according to builders. This shortage is preventing Americans from buying homes.

A critical labor shortage in the construction industry is exacerbating the housing affordability crisis in America, according to builders. This shortage is preventing Americans from purchasing homes.

A proposed tariff on imported quartz surfaces could increase kitchen renovation costs by over 100% and result in 13 job losses for every one job gained in the construction and fabrication sectors. The US International Trade Commission ruled that imports harm domestic manufacturers, but the tariff's ripple effects would raise costs for homeowners and reduce demand across the supply chain.

A North Carolina economist highlights labor shortages in construction and agriculture due to declining immigrant labor, contributing to higher wages and consumer prices. Despite a steady national job market, hiring remains concentrated in healthcare and hospitality, with recent college graduates facing higher unemployment linked to remote work and automation.

Building firms are shedding jobs due to a significant increase in construction costs, the largest jump in four years. This surge in costs is negatively impacting the construction industry, leading to job losses. The increased costs are affecting building companies' ability to operate at full capacity.

New-build homes have lost half their value due to hidden structural flaws, financial burdens, and legal loopholes, rendering properties difficult to sell. Issues include costly repairs and lack of market demand for problematic properties.

UpCodes, a company part of Y Combinator's S17 batch, is hiring Sales Development Representatives (SDRs) to enhance productivity in the construction industry. The article mentions the company's focus on improving construction processes through technology.

A group of Trump's MAGA allies released a playbook advocating mass deportations through worksite enforcement, risking coalition splits. The plan faces opposition from industries reliant on undocumented labor and aligns with historical strategies like Eisenhower's deportation efforts.