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New Survey Finds Education is a Priority for Next Gen Construction Professionals

November 9, 2022 / Posted in: Builders, Framers

A recent DeWalt survey found 48% of US contractors prioritize training of new recruits followed by contingency planning and resilient supply chain solutions.

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NAHB Provides Resources for Recruitment

July 21, 2022 / Posted in: Builders, Framers, The Ol' Sage Builder

As the construction labor shortage continues to negatively impact the industry, the National Home Builder’s Association (NAHB) released updated resources that can be utilized as recruiting tools for the trades.

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Aging Workforce Contributes to Labor Shortages

August 12, 2021 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, Framers

One of the most pressing issues the construction industry faces is an aging workforce.

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Construction Labor Shortage Woes Continue in 2021

April 20, 2021 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, Framers

2020 Figures show the construction industry will need an additional 430,000 workers in 2021.

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More Women Take Up Trades as a Career

March 24, 2021 / Posted in: General

A recent survey of high school students found that almost as many young women as men were considering a career in the trades.

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Skilled Trades Careers On the Rise

July 27, 2020 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, Framers

The construction labor shortage has been a thorn in the side of site managers for years now. But a new study shows that interest in the trades is starting to increase among high school students.

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Is a Degree in Construction Management Right for You?

March 13, 2020 / Posted in: Builders, Dealers, Framers

Last year saw a 5.7% increase in enrollment for four-year undergrad programs in universities across the US.

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West Fraser’s “BECOME A FRAMER” Campaign Aims to Recruit Young Framers

September 5, 2019 / Posted in: Dealers, DIY, Framers, HOMEPAGE FEATURE

Start a career as a framer with West Fraser’s Become a Framer outreach.

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