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AGC Analysis Says Construction Industry Added 8K Jobs In October

Arlington, VA – Construction sector employment rose by 8,000 jobs in October following a small increase in spending in September as the industry hiked hourly wages at a faster rate than other industries, according to an analysis of new government data the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said employment gains for the month were likely impacted by hurricanes hitting fast growing regions and the ongoing impacts of construction labor shortages.

About The Associated General Contractors Of America

The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) is a leading association for the construction industry. AGC represents more than 26,000 firms, including over 6,500 of America’s leading general contractors, and over 9,000 specialty-contracting firms. More than 10,500 service providers and suppliers are also associated with AGC, all through a nationwide network of chapters. To learn more, visit www.agc.org.

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