Construction Employment Declines in 144 Out of 358 Metro Areas Between September 2014 and 2015 as Labor Shortages Make it Hard for Firms to Hire
Construction employment declined in 144 out of 358 metro areas between September 2014 and September 2015, while construction was stagnant in 55 and increased in 159 metro areas, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released today by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said many contractors are having a hard time finding qualified workers to fill available positions, which may account for the underwhelming employment figures.