Construction employment expanded in 175 metro areas, declined in 106 and was stagnant in 58 between February 2013 and February 2014, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released today by AGC of America. Association officials noted, however, that despite the gains construction employment remained below peak levels in all but 19 metro areas.
"It is encouraging that contractors added workers in so many locations despite severe weather that delayed some project starts," said Ken Simonson, the association's chief economist. "At the same time, it's clear that the upturn in construction is far from universal. Activity is flat or declining in many metro areas, while contractors in the hottest locations are having trouble finding skilled workers."
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