You Can’t Build Without People — And They're Getting Harder to Find

America’s construction industry is in full swing. Infrastructure upgrades, commercial builds, and residential development are accelerating across the country. But behind the momentum lies a growing challenge:a nationwide shortage of skilled construction professionals.

According to the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), the construction sector needs to hire an additional 439,000 workers in 2025 to meet demand.In 2024, that gap was even wider, exceeding 546,000 unfilled roles.

Wages are on the rise — with average hourly earnings reaching $38.30 as of March 2024 — but employers are still struggling to attract qualified talent.

Layoffs also increased in mid-2024, with the construction layoff rate rising to 2.1% in July, compared to 1.3% in June. These shifts reflect a tightening, unpredictable labor market.

Looking ahead, the numbers remain daunting. Industry forecasts project a need for nearly 500,000 additional workers in 2026 to keep up with ongoing growth.

That’s where ROI Employment Solutions comes in.

We specialize in direct-hire recruitment for construction and infrastructure firms across the U.S., focusing on key roles including:

• Project Managers

• Superintendents

• Civil and Structural Engineers

• Construction-savvy office professionals

Our model is straightforward:You only pay if we deliver. No upfront fees. No commitments. Just results.

If you're struggling to hire or can’t afford another delay on site, we’re here to help.Contact us today — we can begin sourcing qualified candidates this week.