April Construction Employment Rebounds from March Decline
A 3.9% unemployment rate emphasizes the need for quality apprenticeship programs
WASHINGTON — The Bureau of Labor Statistics released the country’s April employment report today, revealing unemployment at 3.9 percent, the lowest level since 2000. In the construction industry, modest increases were seen in both the nonresidential and residential specialty construction sectors.
“March’s job losses in the construction industry were very concerning,” said Jack Jacobson, spokesperson for the Construction Employers of America. “We’re pleased to see growth in construction employment in April. This is the height of the construction season in many parts of the country, and we would anticipate continued strength in the construction industry throughout the summer months.”