Sponsorship, Work-Life Balance and Training are Key to Attracting and Retaining Women in the Construction Industry
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) and Ambition Theory announce the release of Building Better, a report based on a survey with 770 women across a...
How Technology is Changing the Construction Industry: A Look at Innovations and Trends
Humans have been building structures for thousands of years. And for many centuries, we have historically relied on manual labor and traditional techniques for construction. However, technological advancements have...
Encouraging A Diverse and Inclusive Company Culture
When you make efforts to help everyone feel more welcome in your company, all stakeholders stand to benefit.
SkillsUSA Illinois Empowers Youth with Construction Opportunities
Founded in 1965, SkillsUSA has become one of the United States’ top student workforce development organizations. With nearly 400,000 current student, instructor and alumni participants, the nonprofit national career...
Building Operator Confidence Through Simulation-based Training
Albert Einstein once observed that: “Information is not knowledge. The only source of knowledge is experience.” And learning to operate heavy equipment is no different. Vocational schools and construction...
NCCER Releases Recommendations to Support Tradeswomen in the Industry
ALACHUA, Fla. – The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER), recently published a follow up to their highly regarded research that was released in 2023, In Her...
Tips for Finding and Retaining Talent for Your Contracting Business
The need for skilled professionals in construction has become a pressing challenge for the industry. It is estimated that construction companies will need to hire nearly 501,000 additional workers...
The 6 Best U.S. Cities for Construction Industry Jobs
2022 is a great time to be searching for a job in the construction industry. Demand for new projects remains high, along with openings for new positions, whether you...
Apprenticeship Programs Can’t Do It Alone
In recognition of National Apprenticeship Week, November 14-20, The National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) congratulates all apprentices currently training in the United States to become construction...
Six Top Growing Career Paths in Construction
When choosing a career, everyone wants something relevant. You likely strive for a future filled with opportunities, which is why so many people go into construction. These are the...