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ABC: Latest report shows construction job openings are up

April 2, 2024 By

Construction job openings increased by 16,000 in February 2024 and were 32,000 above a year ago, according to the Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC).

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The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association, which hosted its 2023 Annual Convention in Las Vegas in conjunction with ConExpo-Con/Agg, shifts its event to Nashville along with AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo. Photo: P&Q Staff

What to expect at the NSSGA Annual Convention

March 11, 2024 By

The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association’s (NSSGA) Annual Convention has plenty to offer those who already plan to explore AGG1 in Nashville.

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Drilling Deeper Episode 9: P&Q Roundtable (Part 2)

March 6, 2024 By

Pit & Quarry’s Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski are back in Cleveland following the 2024 Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference to unpack their final thoughts for an episode of “Drilling Deeper.”

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Drilling Deeper Episode 8: P&Q Roundtable (Part 1)

February 15, 2024 By

Pit & Quarry’s Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski sat down immediately following the 2024 Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference to unpack their initial thoughts of the event.

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Manufacturers share their 2024 outlooks

February 7, 2024 By

Equipment suppliers discuss the factors impacting their view of the year ahead for the aggregate industry.

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Lile Quarry is currently opening up a new pit in southwest Missouri, marking a new chapter at the operation that falls under owner Jim Lile’s purview. Photo courtesy of Kevin Yanik

Infrastructure spending prompts optimism among Missouri producers

January 29, 2024 By

Dan Kleinsorge, executive director of the Missouri Limestone Producers Association, shares his expectations for the industry in Missouri this year.

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AGC: Construction industry adds jobs in December

January 12, 2024 By

According to an Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) survey, contractors expect to hire more employees in 2024 but are struggling to find enough qualified workers.

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AGC: Labor issues still lingering

December 6, 2023 By and

The Associated General Contractors of America’s Ken Simonson shares his thoughts on the current state of industry employment.

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Nonresidential spending up, construction job openings down in August

October 3, 2023 By

The Associated Builders & Contractors reports that nonresidential construction spending was up 0.4 percent in August, while industry job openings were down by 3,000 in the month.

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