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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
5 crucial tips for being interviewed
This is part two of a two-part series on interviews. The first part of this series covers conducting an interview, while this part covers being interviewed – for both a job and an article. 1. Create a portfolio Be sure… Keep Reading
Construction employment grows in metro areas
Construction employment increased in 190 of 358 metro areas, reports the Associated General Contractors of America (AGCA) in a new analysis. Firms appear to be having an easier time finding workers to hire, according to AGCA. Additionally, AGCA reports construction… Keep Reading
