ABC: Government-Registered Apprenticeship Programs Still Do Not Meet Construction Workforce Needs

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At current rates of participation and completion, federal and state government-registered apprenticeship programs, or GRAPs, are still failing to meet the construction industry’s short- and long-term skilled workforce development needs, according to an annual Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of released U.S. Department of Labor data. ABC estimates that, in fiscal year 2024, the construction industry’s federal and state GRAPs had about 290,000 apprentice participants and yielded less than 40,000 completers.* The DOL’s data presents 5-year trend lines indicating there has been stronger proportional growth in the number of nonunion GRAPs, apprentice participants and apprentice completers compared to union-affiliated GRAPs … Read more

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DBIA’s 2025 Student Competition Showcases Progressive Design-Build in Airport Expansion Challenge

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The Design-Build Institute of America has officially opened registration for the 2025 National Design-Build Student Competition, offering students nationwide the opportunity to showcase their Design-Build expertise in a fast-paced, real-world challenge. This annual competition prepares future industry leaders by providing hands-on experience with Design-Build best practices. Teams of university students will compete in two phases, beginning with a Request for Qualifications process judged at the regional level. Regional winners will then advance to Phase Two, where they will respond to a Request for Proposals and the top three judged teams will present their final submissions in front of a national … Read more

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View the White Paper: “Protecting Your Reputation: A Safer Way to Comply During Renovations”

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Renovations can make or break your reputation. Dust, noise, and disruption don’t just slow down projects—they leave a lasting impression on clients, occupants, and decision-makers. Protecting Your Reputation: A Safer Way to Comply During Renovations explores how top construction professionals are rethinking temporary containment to maintain cleaner, quieter, and more professional jobsites. Learn how proven, reusable temporary wall systems can help you stay compliant, keep projects on schedule, and reflect the craftsmanship of your work. Download this free resource to discover a smarter approach to renovation containment—and ensure your reputation stays intact.    

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Neenan Archistruction Breaks Ground on New Facility for Respite Care, Doubling Space Available to Serve Families

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Neenan Archistruction, a Design-Build firm specializing in construction solutions, has announced the groundbreaking of Northern Colorado’s new facility for Respite Care, Inc. Respite Care is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing short-term, quality care for children with developmental disabilities and respite for their families. This significant expansion will double the organization’s space, allowing it to better support families across Northern Colorado. Currently serving 65 children at a time and providing nearly 50,000 hours of childcare annually, Respite Care’s expanded building space will enable them to extend their reach and provide peace of mind to more than 150 families at a time. … Read more

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Construction Materials Prices Increase .6%, Steel Surges Nearly 4% in February

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Construction input prices increased .6% in February, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors’ analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Producer Price Index data. Nonresidential construction input prices also increased .6% for the month. Overall construction input prices are .3% higher than one year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are .1% lower. Iron and steel, steel mill product and softwood lumber prices all increased sharply in February. “Nonresidential input prices increased at a rapid pace in February and have risen at a far-too-hot 9% annualized rate through the first two months of 2025,” said ABC Chief Economist Anirban … Read more

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