Skilled Trades Worker Shortage Looms Across the U.S. in 2025 Construction Demand Is Outpacing the Workforce The U.S. construction industry is facing a historic skilled labor shortage and needs to recruit 439,000 new workers in 2025, according to the Associated Builders and Contractors. This figure is expected to climb to even higher in the coming years due to worker retirements, …
The Growing Interest and Awareness of Careers in the Trades: What Parents Think
As more young adults consider their career options, a recent survey conducted by Wakefield Research on behalf of the SMACNA (Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association) revealed a growing interest and awareness of the value of skilled trade careers. According to the research, 89% of parents with children enrolled in high school or college believe that it’s smart …