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AGC: Project cancellations, postponements weighing on contractors
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) provides an overview of construction job gains and losses from November 2019 to November 2020. Keep Reading
Construction adds 26,000 workers in September
The Associated General Contractors of America offers analysis, noting that nonresidential jobs are stalled as many commercial firms are experiencing project cancellations. Keep Reading
AGC: New measures needed to offset construction employment declines
According to the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC), new monthly job loss data foreshadows more layoffs amid project cancellations and state cutbacks in road projects. Keep Reading
Ohio Cat sets example to successfully promote the industry
A special event in downtown Cleveland this month provided parents and kids an opportunity to get up close with equipment from Caterpillar. Keep Reading
P&Q Profile: Brandeis Machinery & Supply Co.’s Lee Heffley
Lee Heffley manages quarry, construction and coal equipment sales at four of Brandeis Machinery’s eight branches. Keep Reading
Aggregate production forecast for 2017-22
Expect aggregate production to grow an average of 1.3 to 2.1 percent annually over the next five years. Keep Reading
Hiring veterans in the aggregate industry
Bringing former military service members into an aggregate operation is a real opportunity, but employers should approach the group thoughtfully. Keep Reading
Optimism prevalent across sectors, regions
Construction activity remains strong with all segments contributing to the improvements. Keep Reading
Finding, keeping available workers
Looking at labor availability can help to protect companies’ investments in productivity and safety in an evolving workforce. Keep Reading
