ABC: Construction Quits Surge to 198,000 in September as Labor Shortages Reemerge

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The construction industry had 298,000 job openings on the last day of September, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey. JOLTS defines a job opening as any unfilled position for which an employer is actively recruiting. Industry job openings increased by 36,000 last month and are up by 92,000 from the same time last year. “Nearly 200,000 construction workers quit their jobs in September,” said ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu. “That’s the most in any month since the first half of 2023 and a […]

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HPM Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for Lodge at Cheaha State Park

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HPM joined the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Alabama State Parks and project partners on Friday, Oct. 16, to celebrate the dedication and ribbon cutting of the new Lodge at Cheaha State Park. Set atop Cheaha Mountain in Delta, Alabama, the new 32-room lodge pairs modern accommodations with a design rooted in its surroundings, creating a guest experience defined by sweeping views of the Talladega National Forest and direct access to the natural beauty of Cheaha State Park. Each of the lodge’s guest rooms features a private balcony overlooking the surrounding landscape.  HPM provided program management, project management, […]

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Data Centers Continue to Drive Nonresidential Spending Higher in September

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National nonresidential construction spending increased 0.6% in September, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data published by the U.S. Census Bureau. On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $1.325 trillion. Spending was up on a monthly basis in 8 of the 16 nonresidential subcategories. Private nonresidential spending was up 1.1%, while public nonresidential construction spending was down 0.1% in September. “Nonresidential construction spending grew for the sixth consecutive month in September,” said ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu. “As has been the case for several months, data centers accounted for virtually all of that increase. Excluding […]

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MAX USA Announces END-OF-YEAR Deals

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MAX USA is offering a limited-time promotion with discounts on select 100 PSI tools through the end of December. From Nov. 1-Dec. 31, customers who take advantage of MAX SuperRoofer, SuperSider, SuperFramer, SuperStapler and SuperLocator products will receive a free giveaway, while supplies last. CN445R3 — SuperRoofer Coil Nailer up to 1¾ inches is equipped with a full round head driver blade that allows operators to drive nails in flush for dependable holding power. CN565S3 — SuperSider Siding Coil Nailer up to 2½ inches  is the best solution for flawless siding installation. Its contact nose allows for precise placement of […]

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ABC: All 50 States Had a Construction Unemployment Rate Below 10% in September

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The national September not seasonally adjusted construction unemployment rate was 3.5%, a 0.3% decrease from one year ago. According to a state-by-state analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data released by Associated Builders and Contractors, all 50 states had a construction unemployment rate below 10% and all but three states (Alaska, Minnesota and North Dakota) had a rate below 6%. National NSA payroll construction employment was 103,000 higher than in September 2025. Seasonally adjusted payroll construction employment was 8.4 million, or 9.9% above its pre-pandemic peak of 7.6 million. Estimated state construction unemployment rates were lower than their pre-pandemic […]

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