The construction industry is facing an unprecedented hiring environment, with February 2026 marking the slowest construction hiring rate on record and job openings dropping to roughly 202,000 across the U.S.
Modular is moving fast in Hawaii — Maui rebuilding, military housing, and affordable housing pipelines are all pushing contractors toward prefab solutions. But the contracts most island firms are signing
Key Takeaways Preconstruction planning is the moment when construction project profit is either secured or silently lost—before anyone steps on site. Most cost overruns, schedule blowouts, and margin erosion in
Make America AI-Ready is a groundbreaking initiative designed to equip American workers, employers, and trade associations with the foundational skills needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving AI economy. This
Data center construction spending in the U.S. has reached record highs, making it a defining theme for 2026. This article explores the latest trends, drivers, constraints, and implications of U.S.
The construction industry’s outlook for 2026 is characterized as “uneven,” with growth concentrated in specialized sectors such as data centers and infrastructure. Forecasts suggest mixed performance across construction segments in
Construction Safety Week is an annual event launched in 2014 by leading contractors and the Incident and Injury Free CEO Forum. Its purpose is clear: drive down serious injuries and
Fall protection consistently ranks among OSHA’s most frequently cited violations during inspections, particularly on residential and commercial construction sites. This makes understanding OSHA fall protection standards essential for any contractor
This guide is designed specifically for contractors, safety leaders, and workers in Hawai‘i who are responsible for identifying, managing, or working in environments where confined space hazards are present.
Heavy equipment handling is a cornerstone of modern construction, encompassing the safe and efficient operation, movement, and maintenance of large machinery such as excavators, cranes, loaders, and forklifts.
The ABC National Craft Championships represent the pinnacle of skilled trades competition in the United States, bringing together nearly 200 top competitors from ABC chapters across the country to demonstrate
SkillsUSA is a national organization that focuses on preparing students for careers in technical fields and serves over 300,000 members annually to ensure a skilled workforce. This article is designed
Key Takeaways Hawaii offers over 100 registered apprenticeship programs, with ABC Hawaii’s state-approved, U.S. Department of Labor–registered programs in Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Painting, and Roofing serving as a leading pathway
ABC Hawaii’s four-year, 8,000-hour carpentry apprenticeship lets you earn wages from day one while learning the trade and working toward State of Hawaii DLIR-recognized credentials.
A Complex Job Market, and a Clear Path in Construction Today’s job market is complex, but one thing is clear: construction is a standout career choice. The industry offers multiple
Strengthening Hawaii’s Workforce Through Diverse Trade Training Craft Training & Apprenticeship ABC Hawaii Chapter offers Five Trades, Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Painter, and Roofing. We continually seek additional crafts and trades
Learn a Trade. Skip the Debt. Build a Career That Matters in Hawaiʻi If you’re thinking about what comes after high school, compare your options. ABC Hawaii’s Trade School offers
Play Video Key Takeaways Construction workforce training in Hawaii is a structured system of pre-apprenticeship, apprenticeship, and advanced skill development built to meet the state’s unique island-based construction demands. Hawaii’s
Play Video Introduction: Who Should Read This and What to Expect If you are a contractor, subcontractor, supplier, or industry partner operating in Hawaii, understanding how a construction association can
There is a significant shift underway in construction, and the latest Construction AI survey makes that clear. For years, builders talked about tech as if it were something coming “someday.”
