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Earnings for US construction workers now outstrip the private sector average as contractors face what’s being called one of the tightest labour markets they’ve ever experienced.
The situation has led a contractors’ group there to slam an education system that produces “too many over-qualified baristas and not enough bricklayers” as employers are forced to increase pay to attract skilled workers from a diminishing pool.
— Global Construction Review
Global Construction Review reports on the recent response by the Associated General Contractors of America to June's construction jobs numbers, which signaled a continued struggle for the industry to attract enough skilled workers — despite higher-than-average hourly earnings of now $... View full entry
The overall size of new homes peaked in 2016 for this cycle and for the last three years has continued to moderate, according to new survey results from the American Institute of Architects (AIA).
The Home Design Trends Survey for the second quarter of 2019—focusing on home and property design—also found that homeowners continue to place a priority on accessibility features.
— AIA
"With home sizes plateauing and lot sizes continuing to decline, it isn’t shocking to see where that additional focus is going," commented AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker, PhD, Hon. AIA. "Homeowners want more flexibility in their space, both inside and outside the house, and they want to use... View full entry
Continuing our featured list of employment opportunities for intermediate-level architects this week, Archinect has selected 10 Los Angeles-based firms currently hiring. OJMR Architects seeks an Intermediate Designer/Project Job CaptainThe firm seeks an individual with a minimum of 6 years... View full entry
Whether you're hoping to move abroad or design projects for a well-established practice, last week's Employer of the Day featured firms all share an international presence in the architecture industry and beyond. Read on to see if you've got what it takes for these current job openings... View full entry
This week, Archinect has selected 10 New York-based firms looking to hire experienced architects who can carry out projects, lead design teams, and collaborate with senior-level staff in the office. Ranging from commercial, residential, and mixed-used projects, the ideal candidate will be a key... View full entry
A you a master of 3D-model based software looking to showcase your skills? Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a rising career path for architects, designers, engineers, and construction professionals who are passionate about infrastructure and building management. This week, here are... View full entry
Seven Chinese labourers who worked on the construction of a casino and resort in the US Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) are suing the owner of the project and two of its contractors, alleging they were victims of a forced labour scheme and had suffered injuries on site.
The labourers were working on the Imperial Pacific casino and resort in Saipan, the largest island in the South Pacific commonwealth.
— Global Construction Review
GCR covers the lawsuit seven laborers from China have brought forward against the casino's developer Imperial Pacific International, contractor MCC International Saipan Ltd Co, and contractor Gold Mantis Construction Decoration in Saipan, a U.S. commonwealth island just 120 miles north of Guam... View full entry
Archinect has hired editor, writer, and designer Antonio Pacheco as its new managing editor. Antonio is responsible for developing editorial content, covering breaking and professional news, and will oversee the ongoing development of Archinect’s editorial team in accordance with the... View full entry
Looking for an architecture firm that can give you the opportunity to work on a variety of typologies and scales? Have a look at the current job listings from last week's Employer of the Day featured firms! Founded by the late Diana Balmori, landscape and urban design practice Balmori Associates... View full entry
Demand for design services in May remained essentially flat in comparison to the previous month, according to a new report [...] from The American Institute of Architects (AIA).
AIA’s Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score for May showed a small increase in design services at 50.2, which is slightly down from 50.5 in April. Any score above 50 indicates an increase in billings. Both the project inquiries index and the design contracts index softened in May but remained positive.
— AIA
"The last four consecutive months, firm billings have either decreased or been flat, the longest period of that level of sustained softness since 2012," said AIA Chief Economist Kermit Baker, PhD, Hon. AIA. "While both inquiries into new projects and the value of new design contracts remained... View full entry
Ready to move on up the career ladder? If you're eager to put your years of professional experience to the test, have a look at last week's featured Employer of the Day firms, who currently have job positions for candidates with at least 5 to 10 years of experience. If you're in the early years of... View full entry
Every successful design project needs a project manager. From overseeing the design and construction process to site preparation, an architectural project manager must not only have the technical design skills but ability to lead an entire project operation. Below are 10 firms throughout the US... View full entry
If you're aiming to get your foot in the door of an established architecture practice with a reputable portfolio, take a peek at last week's Employer of the Day featured firms. They all currently have multiple job listings, so apply now before you miss your chance! Global practice Foster +... View full entry
With the summer season quickly approaching, you may be searching for an architecture job with an end date. Looking for something without long-term commitment? Temporary positions can be a great way to fill in gaps between jobs or try out something new. From visualization designers to junior... View full entry
According to the upcoming July 2019 issue of NCARB by the Numbers, there are now over 115,000 licensed practitioners across the 55 U.S. jurisdictions. And with 5,000 individuals completing their final core licensure requirement in 2018 and almost 41,000 candidates actively working toward licensure, the architecture pipeline remains strong. — NCARB
Since 2018, the percentage of licensed architects in the U.S. has increased by 2%. NCARB has collected data from its 55 Member Boards in all 50 states, including the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the Northern Mariana Islands. Image courtesy of NCARB"The... View full entry