Construction Hiring Still Exceptionally Slow in March

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The construction industry had 224,000 job openings on the last day of March, 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 23,000 last month but are down by 54,000 from the same time last year. “The industry’s labor market continues to be defined by an utter lack of churn,” said ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu. “Construction industry hiring rebounded from February’s historically low level but remains extremely … Read more

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Jacksonville School District, S. M. Wilson Break Ground on New Elementary School

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Jacksonville School District #117 has selected S. M. Wilson & Co. as General Contractor for its new 40,000-square-foot Murrayville-Woodson Elementary School. Scheduled to open for the 2027-28 school year, the new campus will replace the current 108-year-old building and is designed to accommodate future expansion. Last week, district officials, community leaders, faculty, staff and students came together to break ground on the new school. S. M. Wilson’s scope of work includes site work, construction of modern classrooms and learning spaces and improved safety and security features. The new school will be constructed on an eight-acre parcel of land located four … Read more

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Stevens Construction Begins La Gorce Family Intern Village at Sanibel Captiva Conservation Foundation

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Stevens Construction has started construction of the La Gorce Family Intern Village at the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation. Located at 3341 Sanibel Captiva Road, the 7,700-square-foot La Gorce Family Intern Village will feature three buildings, each accommodating up to 10 students, researchers or conservationists working with SCCF and its neighboring environmental partners, including CROW Wildlife Clinic and the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum. The buildings will be connected by a shared elevated deck, pavilion and grand staircase, creating a collaborative environment designed to support hands-on ecological learning. Designed to withstand potential storm surge and support a long-life structural design, the buildings are elevated approximately … Read more

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ICC Kicks Off Building Safety Month, Advancing Public Safety and Community Resilience

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The International Code Council’s annual Building Safety Month begins this week and continues through May 31. For 46 years, Building Safety Month has helped people understand the impact that building codes have on their daily lives. This mission has become even more important as communities face challenges like extreme weather events, aging infrastructure and evolving construction technologies. This year’s theme, “Built to Last,” highlights how modern building codes, safety professionals and resilient construction practices protect homes and communities around the world. The weekly themes for Building Safety Month 2026 are: Week One (May 1-10): “Safe Homes, Strong Communities” Week Two … Read more

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Safe Construction Practices Highlighted During 2026 National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls

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The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration is encouraging construction employers and workers nationwide to participate in the 13th annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction, taking place May 4-8. The nationwide event focuses on preventing falls, the leading cause of fatalities in the construction industry, and reinforces the importance of planning, training and hazard awareness to protect workers. Because falls continue to pose a significant risk in construction, OSHA is making prevention a top priority. Through efforts like the Safety Stand-Down, the agency is working to drive real change and emphasizing that lasting progress is … Read more

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