Construction’s latest jobs data shows slow start to 2026

The construction industry started 2026 with 231,000 open job positions as of late January, indicating a slower hiring pace to begin the year. The data suggests contractors are facing ongoing workforce challenges despite significant unfilled roles across the sector.

U.S. contractors had 231,000 open positions on the last day of January, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

This story was originally published by Construction Dive.