Fewer Than Half Of Metro Areas Add Construction Jobs From July 2025 To July 2026, Even As Data Center And Factory Contractors Struggle To Hire
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Construction employment growth stalled across most U.S. metro areas between July 2025 and July 2026, with fewer than half of regions adding jobs in the sector. Data center and factory construction contractors face particular hiring challenges despite robust project demand.
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