Workforce
Persistent Workforce Shortages Challenge Commercial Construction Industry as U.S. Building Demands Continue to Grow
The Q1 2018 USG Corporation + U.S. Chamber of Commerce Commercial Construction Index (Index) reveals nearly two-thirds of contractors are highly confident that demand for commercial construction will increase over the next year, however, continued concerns around labor shortages have put even greater pressure on the industry.
By U.S. Chamber of Commerce
March 20, 2018
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by U.S. Chamber of Commerce
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business federation representing the interests of more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors and regions, as well as state and local chambers and industry associations. For more information, visit www.uschamber.com.
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