Construction Employment Declines by 5,000 in August as Industry's Unemployment Rate Hits 13.5 Percent

Construction employment showed little movement in August, dipping 5,000 below the July total but remaining 4,000 higher than a year ago, according to an analysis of new federal employment data released by AGC. Association officials said the numbers are consistent with a pattern of small gains followed by slight decreases as demand for construction remains weak. Click here to read the full release.