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Union Construction’s Investment in Apprenticeship is Paying Off

By: Chris Mambu Rasch Executive Director Building Advantage buildingadvantage.org | (414) 897-1146

Recent data backs up the fact that union construction is doing a better job of meeting workforce needs even in today’s challenging environment. An Associated General Contractors of America’s (AGC) survey of more than 5,000 of their member contractor firms found that “the skilled labor shortage is much less severe in the union segment of the industry”.

This is no accident. For decades, local unions and contractors have worked in tandem to develop a strong pipeline of highly trained trade apprentices through Joint Apprentice Training Centers which develop and build up the next generation of highly skilled workers. This investment is paying off. According to analysis by the Illinois Economic Policy Institute, the union construction industry is better prepared for any workforce shortages compared to their non-union counterparts.

In an industry where time is money, having a reliable workforce is crucial to every project schedule. The union advantage is evidenced by further analysis finding, “Union contractors are 21 percent less likely to experience delays in project completion times due to shortages of workers compared to nonunion contractors.”

When you partner with the union construction industry, you can expect a highly-skilled workforce with contractors that are prepared for every project’s needs. Experience the union advantage on your next project.

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