Construction Labor Shortage

Construction industry signals mixed: jobs rise, spending splits and labor shortage costs mount

Nonresidential construction added 15,700 jobs in May and job openings rose by 25,000 in April, even as private spending fell and labor costs stayed hidden.

Why the Trades Need a Cultural Reset to Attract and Retain the Next Generation

The skilled trades are at a critical crossroads. According to an August 2025 report from the Institute for Women’s Policy Research (IWPR), the number of women working in construction and extraction occupations rose to 366,360 in 2024, the highest level ever recorded. Yet despite that growth, women still account for only about 4.3% of construction…

Hiring for Values, Investing in Mentorship, and Leveraging Tech Boosts Retention and Workforce Stability in the HVAC Industry

Strategic hiring practices and structured mentorship programs help mechanical contractors combat labor shortages while building sustainable teams

Building a Skilled Trades Workforce: Certifications, Simulation-Based Training & Reskilling with SkillCat

Digital training and placement platforms are helping industries bridge a critical gap in skilled trades talent

Mentorship and Knowledge Transfer are Key HVAC Workforce Development Strategies for a Growing Industry

As retirements accelerate, HVAC companies are racing to pass down critical expertise before institutional knowledge walks out the door

Empowering the Next Generation Through Trade Education: Building Confidence, Career Paths, and Bright Futures

A growing worker shortage is pushing educators to introduce career pathways in trades earlier than ever before

Transform Construction Careers with Grit and Creative Campaigns to Close the Gap

A severe workforce shortage is forcing the construction industry to rethink how it attracts and retains talent for the next generation

The Key to Building a Successful Business in the Mechanical Industry: Keeping Employees Happy and Fostering Long-term Relationships

Mechanical contractors discover that treating workers like family and investing in their growth outperforms traditional management approaches

Empowering the Trades: The Humphrey & Associates Story

A family-run contractor harnesses employee ownership to build a sustainable pipeline of skilled workers for the future

The New Frontier of Decarbonization with Built Environments and the City of Tomorrow: Part 2

Building America's sustainable future hinges on solving a critical shortage of skilled workers in construction

Skills Training with Interplay Learning and Ken Midgett

A veteran plumber turned educator reveals how simulation technology is reshaping workforce development in the trades