The construction industry needs about 240,000 employees just to keep up with the demand for new roads, buildings, schools, airports, hospitals, power plants, and housing.

Construction is the SECOND LARGEST EMPLOYER in the country (second only to the Federal Government). It remains consistently strong, which means good earnings.

Between now and 2012, employment in construction is expected to increase by 15.1%, from 6.7 million to 7.7 million.

Construction offers more opportunities than most other industries for individuals who want to own and run their own business.

There are roughly 800,000 construction companies in the US.

There are three basic types of construction: commercial, residential, and industrial.

Within these three basic types, there are tons of specific opportunities from entry-level to highly-experienced; from hands-on to supervisory.

There is something for every type of talent, interest, and personality.

Construction is an awesome career path that PAYS GREAT, teaches you SKILLS YOU CAN USE FOR A LIFETME, is REWARDING, and has UNLIMITED OPPORTUNITIES.

Please email careersinconstruction@abc.org if you have specific questions.