Construction Employment Declines in 25 States and D.C. in August, While 26 States and D.C. Added Jobs During the Past 12 Months

Construction employment at the state level was mixed for the year and month as 25 states and the District of Columbia lost jobs between July and August while 26 states and D.C. added jobs between August 2010 and August 2011, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of Labor Department data.  The relatively even divide between gainers and losers reflects continued weak demand for construction services that has been contributing to flat employment levels for much of the past year, association officials noted. To read the full press release, click here. This story was covered by the Providence Journal, the Journal & Courier, Maryland Gazette, Bristol Press, Rochester News 8, Boston Business Journal, Charlotte Business Journal, Business Courier of Cincinnati, Columbia Business Report, Fresno Business Journal, Minnesota’s Finance & Commerce and the California Job Journal