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Why do good workers quit?

Business leaders dislike losing good workers, so it is important for companies to recognize the mistakes that can drive those workers to leave.

February 1, 2023

What are the keys to creating an effective safety program?

The Associated General Contractors of America’s recent health and safety conference offered information about how to create an effective safety program.

January 31, 2023

Construction jobs were added in 30 states in December 2022

Thirty states added construction jobs in December 2022 as demand for many types of commercial construction projects remains strong.

January 26, 2023

Take advantage of NRCA’s job bank (Members Only)

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NRCA’s online job bank connects members with prospective employees free of charge as a benefit of NRCA membership.

January 26, 2023

Tips for motivating Gen Z employees

Some Gen Z workers are struggling to be engaged at their jobs, so managers must focus on how to effectively motivate this group of employees.

January 26, 2023

COVID-19 caused most construction worker deaths in 2020

A data analysis by CPWR—The Center for Construction Research and Training shows COVID-19 claimed more construction worker lives in 2020 than any other cause.

January 18, 2023

What five factors cause employee burnout?

Learn about the root causes of employee burnout and steps you can take to avoid them at your company.

January 17, 2023

Construction job openings were flat in November 2022

The construction industry registered 388,000 job openings in November 2022, which is down 2,000 from October 2022 and up 22,000 from November 2021.

January 11, 2023

Construction employment added jobs in December 2022

Construction employment added 28,000 jobs on net in December 2022, and the industry has expanded by 231,000 jobs on a year-over-year basis.

January 10, 2023

How can new managers earn respect from employees?

Making the effort to gain respect can reap benefits, such as increasing employee engagement, productivity and job satisfaction.

January 3, 2023

Visit NRCA’s Careers in Roofing website

NRCA’s website, careersinroofing.com, offers resources that highlight the career opportunities available in the roofing industry.

January 3, 2023

Construction jobs were added in 38 states in November amid labor shortage

Thirty-eight states added construction jobs in November even as many companies continue to struggle with a labor shortage.

December 21, 2022

Best practices released to better protect the safety and health of temporary workers

A new free resource, Protecting Temporary Workers: Best Practices for Host Employers, offers best practices for host employers that are applicable across industries and occupations.

December 15, 2022

CPWR offers tips for working in cold weather

CPWR—The Center for Construction Research and Training offers information to help workers avoid cold weather health risks.

December 15, 2022

Temporary final rule is issued to provide additional H-2B visas

The temporary final rule will allow eligible employers to apply for 64,716 visas for the H-2B Temporary Non-Agricultural Worker program for fiscal year 2023.

December 14, 2022

Are your hiring practices outdated?

As the construction industry continues to struggle with a labor shortage, it is important you are aware of common hiring practices that may be outdated or ineffective.

December 14, 2022

CPWR launches program to protect workers from struck-by accidents

Struck-by hazards are deadly, and CPWR—The Center for Construction Research and Training is piloting a program to mitigate the deadliest job-site hazards.

December 8, 2022

Construction employment added jobs in November

Construction employment added 20,000 jobs on net in November, and the industry has expanded by 248,000 jobs on a year-over-year basis.

December 7, 2022

Construction job openings dropped in October

The construction industry registered 371,000 job openings in October, which is down 52,000 from September and 21,000 from October 2021.

December 6, 2022

Become an NRCA Qualified Trainer!

NRCA will hold a virtual Qualified Trainer Conference Jan. 25-26, 2023, to help participants gain training and presentation skills.

December 6, 2022

Be prepared when an employee comes to you with a mental health challenge

As a leader, your employees may come to you to talk about their mental health; how can you ensure you are prepared for the conversation?

December 1, 2022

Contractor faces $277,524 in fines for exposing workers to deadly fall hazards

Three times in four months, Occupational Safety and Health Administration inspectors observed workers exposed to deadly fall hazards at Illinois job sites.

November 30, 2022

Percentage of women in construction hits all-time high

As of August, 14% of all construction workers were women; the previous high point for women workers in construction was in October 2009 at 13.5%.

November 30, 2022

Construction jobs were added in 27 states in October amid surge in job openings

Twenty-seven states added construction jobs in October even as many companies are struggling to hire workers.

November 29, 2022

NRCA member hires a veteran per day in 2022

NRCA member ABC Supply Co. Inc., Beloit, Wis., announced it has hired a veteran each day in 2022; the company has hired more than 2,100 veterans since 2017.

November 17, 2022

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Why do good workers quit?

What are the keys to creating an effective safety program?

Construction jobs were added in 30 states in December 2022

Take advantage of NRCA’s job bank (Members Only)

Tips for motivating Gen Z employees

COVID-19 caused most construction worker deaths in 2020

What five factors cause employee burnout?

Construction job openings were flat in November 2022

Construction employment added jobs in December 2022

How can new managers earn respect from employees?

Visit NRCA’s Careers in Roofing website

Construction jobs were added in 38 states in November amid labor shortage

Best practices released to better protect the safety and health of temporary workers

CPWR offers tips for working in cold weather

Temporary final rule is issued to provide additional H-2B visas

Are your hiring practices outdated?

CPWR launches program to protect workers from struck-by accidents

Construction employment added jobs in November

Construction job openings dropped in October

Become an NRCA Qualified Trainer!

Be prepared when an employee comes to you with a mental health challenge

Contractor faces $277,524 in fines for exposing workers to deadly fall hazards

Percentage of women in construction hits all-time high

Construction jobs were added in 27 states in October amid surge in job openings

NRCA member hires a veteran per day in 2022

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