Construction employment increased in 268 of 358 metro areas between December 2021 and December 2022, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of new government employment data.

AD is reporting record results for 2022 in owner/member sales, member purchases from AD suppliers, AD warehouse sales to AD members, net distributions to members and operational efficiency.

Simpson Strong-Tie announced on Jan. 30 the official appointment of current company President and Chief Operating Officer Mike Olosky to Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc.’s executive leadership team as Chief Executive Officer.

The Economic Policy Institute published a new analysis quantifying the impact on workers in 11 occupations when they are misclassified as independent contractors. Of particular importance for SWACCA, the analysis found that construction workers lost between $10,177 to $16,729 when they are misclassified—the second most of any occupation, listed behind trucking ($11,076 to $18,053).

ClarkDietrich has announced the promotion of Jennifer Edgar to vice president of marketing. Edgar assumes the role following the retirement of Terry Westerman, who has held the position since 2005.

LEARN Charter School Network and Gilbane Building Company recently achieved a significant milestone for the LEARN 9 Waukegan Charter School. The topping-out milestone marks the completion of the steel structure for the new classroom addition in Waukegan, Illinois.

The building industry has struggled with building trades recruitment and retention issues for more than a decade. The aging construction workforce, lack of skilled trades instruction in schools and stiff competition for workers have all contributed to the issue.

On Jan. 31 at the 2023 International Builders’ Show, CertainTeed unveiled its new brand identity. This milestone represents a major paradigm shift for the manufacturer – reinforcing its customer-focused, comprehensive offering of light and sustainable building solutions and systems.

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration announced the issuance of new enforcement guidance in a stated effort to “make its penalties more effective in stopping employers from repeatedly exposing workers to life-threatening hazards or failing to comply with certain workplace safety and health requirements.”

The Parks’ Waterproofing mission is to protect homes or business premises from water intrusion with custom, maintenance-free (no sump pumps) drainage and waterproofing design solutions that often include their own patented, innovative system that effectively stops moisture before it reaches the foundation or basement.