Construction Employment Increases in 249 Out of 358 Metro Areas from May 2018 to May 2019 as Labor Shortages Likely Held Back More Hiring
Construction employment grew in 249 out of 358 metro areas between May 2018 and May 2019, declined in 57 and was unchanged in 52, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released today by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said firms in many parts of the country would likely have added more workers if it were not for an acute shortage of qualified workers.