Construction employment has declined across the country as projects are canceled due to the pandemic. This mainly impacts big projects, where investors have had to withdraw money they had invested since everyone is being walloped financially. Some areas of the construction industry have increased as people are still buying homes and need home repairs. However, some states and commercial construction employees have seen an increase in unemployment numbers.
States Impacted
Some states across the country have been affected more than others.
States with the greatest employment loss in the construction industry, according to Associated the General Contractors of America, include:
- Vermont – nearly 50 percent
- Michigan
- New York
- Pennsylvania
- Massachusetts
It should be noted that all of these states had very strict shutdowns.
Commercial and Residential Construction
As mentioned before, the commercial side of the construction industry was hit the hardest. Unemployment numbers are almost double what they were last year at this time, and the decline is still going strong. However, on the residential side, some jobs were added. This is likely due to the continued work on new housing developments and repairs during the pandemic.
Working on Your Own Construction Project
Are you working on a construction project during the pandemic? If you ever have any questions regarding safety protocols or what to do if a project is delayed, seek an attorney specializing in Phoenix construction law. Located right in the heart of Arizona, Murphy Cordier PLC has a team of skilled and experienced attorneys who will assist in all things construction law. If you are unsure of anything during a construction project, always seek reliable construction attorneys’ guidance.
