US construction labor shortage persists; 456k workers needed, wages up to $75k

The US construction industry faces a persistent labor shortage, with an estimated 456,000 workers needed. This drives up wages and project costs, affecting contractors and investors. The shortage is a structural trend, not a new development, but its scale underscores ongoing inflationary pressure in the sector.

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