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title: Blog
description: Michigan Construction will help match your interests and skills with available careers, education and training opportunities.
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# Blog

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Michigan%20Construction%20Social%20(6).png?width=365&name=Michigan%20Construction%20Social%20(6).png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/leveraging-digital-tools-to-execute-projects-efficiently)

## [Leveraging Digital Tools to Execute Projects Efficiently](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/leveraging-digital-tools-to-execute-projects-efficiently)

Contractors are under more pressure than ever to complete their jobs faster and under budget. So when it comes to...

[![Work Zone Begins](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Copy%20of%20Feature%20Image%20Size.png?width=365&name=Copy%20of%20Feature%20Image%20Size.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-construction-work-zones)

## [9 Tips For Driving Safely in Michigan Construction Work Zones](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-construction-work-zones)

In 2018, work zone crashes made up 1.9% of all crashes in the state of Michigan. These crashes resulted in an estimated...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Michigan%20Construction%20Social%203.png?width=365&name=Michigan%20Construction%20Social%203.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/using-construction-technology-to-win-more-work)

## [Using Construction Technology to Win More Work](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/using-construction-technology-to-win-more-work)

[58% of construction leaders](https://www.fminet.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/AGCRiskStudy_2018.pdf) expect to see more change in the built industry within the next 5 years than there has been...

[![How to Prepare for Adopting Digital Construction Tools](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Michigan%20Construction%20Social%20(2).png?width=365&name=Michigan%20Construction%20Social%20(2).png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/how-to-prepare-for-adopting-digital-construction-tools)

## [How to Prepare for Adopting Digital Construction Tools](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/how-to-prepare-for-adopting-digital-construction-tools)

Construction companies are finally embracing technology (you can see why [here](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/why-construction-is-going-through-a-digital-transformation-and-current-tech-trends)) and realizing how it can drive...

[![Construction Technology Digital Transformation](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Copy%20of%20Copy%20of%20Construction%20Technology.png?width=365&name=Copy%20of%20Copy%20of%20Construction%20Technology.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/why-construction-is-going-through-a-digital-transformation-and-current-tech-trends)

## [Why Construction Is Going Through a Digital Transformation (and Current Tech Trends)](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/why-construction-is-going-through-a-digital-transformation-and-current-tech-trends)

You’ve probably heard the term “digital transformation” at some point. It’s a buzzword that gets a lot of attention in...

[![State of Women in Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/State%20of%20Women%20in%20Construction.png?width=365&name=State%20of%20Women%20in%20Construction.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-state-of-women-in-construction)

## [The State of Women in Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-state-of-women-in-construction)

Construction has been long known as a male-dominated profession, but women are slowly marking their mark on the...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2_RosietheRiveter_Facebook.jpg?width=365&name=2_RosietheRiveter_Facebook.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/advice-from-women-in-construction-in-michigan)

## [Advice from Women in Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/advice-from-women-in-construction-in-michigan)

Women are building their careers in the construction industry, learning from colleagues and encouraging other women to...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Women%20in%20Construction%20-%203%20tips%20(1).png?width=365&name=Women%20in%20Construction%20-%203%20tips%20(1).png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/women-in-construction-3-tips)

## [Women in Construction: Three Essential Tips to Building Your Career](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/women-in-construction-3-tips)

One of the most pressing issues in all industries today is the lack of diversity, especially gender diversity. Yet,...

[![NWICW_graphic-1.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/NWICW_graphic-1.png?width=365&name=NWICW_graphic-1.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/opportunities-for-women-in-construction)

## [Opportunities for Women in Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/opportunities-for-women-in-construction)

Just over a half century ago, American women saw their husbands, sons and fathers off to World War II and then stepped...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Profiles%20of%20Women.png?width=365&name=Profiles%20of%20Women.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/profiles-of-michigan-women-in-construction)

## [Profiles of Michigan Women in Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/profiles-of-michigan-women-in-construction)

Deciding on a career path can take a lot of work and research to make sure what you train for is something you will...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/LEVY%20FEATURE%20IMAGE.png?width=365&name=LEVY%20FEATURE%20IMAGE.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/edwclevy)

## [LEVY Joins the Michigan Construction Movement](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/edwclevy)

Michigan Construction is proud to welcome the [Levy Group of Companies](https://pages.michiganconstruction.com/edwclevy) to the movement that is [uniting](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-michigan-construction-movement-repairing-a-broken-pipeline) the industry and...

[![How COVID has Shown that Your Construction Crews are Ready to Use Tech in the Field](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Construction%20Technology%204.png?width=365&name=Construction%20Technology%204.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/how-covid-has-shown-that-your-construction-crews-are-ready-to-use-tech-in-the-field)

## [Construction Technology: How COVID has Shown that Your Construction Crews are Ready to Use Tech in the Field](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/how-covid-has-shown-that-your-construction-crews-are-ready-to-use-tech-in-the-field)

Even if you’ve done your research and [calculated your ROI](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-technology-the-true-roi-of-connecting-your-field-crews-to-your-office-team-with-tech), there still can be some doubt that a new tech tool will have...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Construction%20Technology3.png?width=365&name=Construction%20Technology3.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/why-invest-in-a-semi-custom-solution-for-field-tech)

## [Construction Technology: Why Invest in a Semi-Custom Solution for Field Tech](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/why-invest-in-a-semi-custom-solution-for-field-tech)

Digital tools are quickly changing today’s job sites and operations. [Accurate and quick data from your field crew](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-technology-how-to-leverage-technology-for-time-and-field-data-collection) —...

[![Spark Business Works](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Spark%204.png?width=365&name=Spark%204.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-technology-the-true-roi-of-connecting-your-field-crews-to-your-office-team-with-tech-0)

## [Construction Technology: Spark Business Works](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-technology-the-true-roi-of-connecting-your-field-crews-to-your-office-team-with-tech-0)

Michigan Construction is excited to announce our newest partner Spark Business Works! SPARK creates custom software,...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Construction%20Technology%202.png?width=365&name=Construction%20Technology%202.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-technology-the-true-roi-of-connecting-your-field-crews-to-your-office-team-with-tech)

## [Construction Technology: The True ROI of Connecting Your Field Crews to Your Office Team with Tech](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-technology-the-true-roi-of-connecting-your-field-crews-to-your-office-team-with-tech)

While the construction industry has lagged in technology adoption, factors like labor shortages, a pandemic, and new...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Copy%20of%20Construction%20Technology.png?width=365&name=Copy%20of%20Construction%20Technology.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-technology-how-to-leverage-technology-for-time-and-field-data-collection)

## [Construction Technology: How to Leverage Technology for Time and Field Data Collection](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-technology-how-to-leverage-technology-for-time-and-field-data-collection)

Most construction firms still struggle with tracking and using field data required to operate the business. You rely on...

[![Construction Employer Communication](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Communication%20Tips.png?width=365&name=Communication%20Tips.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-construction-employers-3-tips-for-taking-your-communication-to-the-next-level)

## [Michigan Construction Employers - 3 Tips For Taking Your Communication to the Next Level](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-construction-employers-3-tips-for-taking-your-communication-to-the-next-level)

In construction, communication pays. You need to communicate with new and potential clients to outline expectations and...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PPE.png?width=365&name=PPE.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/7-michigan-construction-safety-tips)

## [7 Michigan Construction Safety Tips](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/7-michigan-construction-safety-tips)

Millions of people work in construction jobs all over the U.S. and abroad. The work that construction workers perform...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Construction%20Safety.png?width=365&name=Construction%20Safety.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/a-guide-to-construction-safety)

## [A Guide to Construction Safety](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/a-guide-to-construction-safety)

Construction work comes with dangers a desk-based job doesn't present. For those who own construction businesses,...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/truck%205.jpg?width=365&name=truck%205.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/2020-truckload-of-books-press-release)

## [Michigan Construction Gives 1,500+ Construction-Related Books to Teachers Across Michigan](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/2020-truckload-of-books-press-release)

The Truckload of Books celebration to promote reading and showcase construction careers continues to grow with 1,500...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DJI_0047.jpg?width=365&name=DJI_0047.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/infrastructure-hiring-fair-press-release)

## [Infrastructure industry hosts first ever career fair series for Michigan construction employers and workers](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/infrastructure-hiring-fair-press-release)

Ahead of Michigan’s construction season, a series of regional hiring events will be taking place across Michigan in...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Consumers%20Concrete2%20.jpg?width=365&name=Consumers%20Concrete2%20.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/consumers-concrete-women-in-construction-melissa-kline)

## [Women in Construction: Melissa Kline feels empowered in her career](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/consumers-concrete-women-in-construction-melissa-kline)

Melissa Kline knows she stands out in a room of her colleagues, many of whom are men.

As a sales manager for [Consumers...](http://www.consumersconcrete.com/)

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Copy%20of%20Consumers%20Concrete2%20.jpg?width=365&name=Copy%20of%20Consumers%20Concrete2%20.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/women-in-construction-kari-johnson-consumers-concrete)

## [Women in Construction: Kari Johnson uses tech skills to problem solve](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/women-in-construction-kari-johnson-consumers-concrete)

Working in the construction industry means Kari Johnson looks forward to getting up every day and coming to work,...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/dylan-gillis-KdeqA3aTnBY-unsplash.jpg?width=365&name=dylan-gillis-KdeqA3aTnBY-unsplash.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-the-evolution-of-leadership-and-leadership-branding)

## [The Evolution of Leadership and Leadership Branding](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-the-evolution-of-leadership-and-leadership-branding)

Today's job seekers want development and training. That's the most desired benefit millennials say they want from their...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/tools-864983_1920.jpg?width=365&name=tools-864983_1920.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/gaylord-high-school-offers-skilled-trades-class)

## [Gaylord High School Offers Skilled Trades Class](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/gaylord-high-school-offers-skilled-trades-class)

Juniors and seniors at [Gaylord High School](https://www.gaylordschools.com/) will get a jump on learning about operating and repairing heavy equipment...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/first-aid-4089599_1920.jpg?width=365&name=first-aid-4089599_1920.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/abcsemi-safety-training-2020)

## [Registration Opens for ABC SE MI Safety Training Courses](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/abcsemi-safety-training-2020)

The Associated Builders and Contractors of Southeastern MI has opened registration for a number of safety training...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MDOT%20OJT%201-1.png?width=365&name=MDOT%20OJT%201-1.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/mdot-on-the-job-training)

## [On the Job Training with MDOT](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/mdot-on-the-job-training)

With a growing need for construction workers, the [Michigan Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) On-the-Job Training](https://pages.michiganconstruction.com/michigan.gov/mdotojt)...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Truckload%20of%20Books%20Header.png?width=365&name=Truckload%20of%20Books%20Header.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/win-a-truckload-of-books-for-reading-month-2020)

## [Truckload of Books Giveaway Builds Interest in Construction Careers](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/win-a-truckload-of-books-for-reading-month-2020)

Going into its third year, Michigan Construction's Truckload of Books giveaway continues to delight children in...

[![daniel-mccullough-HtBlQdxfG9k-unsplash](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/daniel-mccullough-HtBlQdxfG9k-unsplash.jpg?width=365&name=daniel-mccullough-HtBlQdxfG9k-unsplash.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/buildersexchangeofmichigan-training-events)

## [Sign Up Now: Builders Exchange of Michigan Training Events](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/buildersexchangeofmichigan-training-events)

[Builders Exchange of Michigan](https://home.grbx.com/) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering accurate and timely reporting on...

[![IMG_1859-2](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_1859-2.jpg?width=365&name=IMG_1859-2.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/laborer-says-possibilities-are-endless-in-construction-industry)

## [M.L. Chartier Laborer Says 'Possibilities Are Endless' in Construction Industry](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/laborer-says-possibilities-are-endless-in-construction-industry)

Brandon Foreback can’t say enough about how much he enjoys his position as a laborer at [M.L. Chartier](https://pages.michiganconstruction.com/mlchartier), where he has...

[![ApprenticeshipEvents_Facebook](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ApprenticeshipEvents_Facebook.jpg?width=365&name=ApprenticeshipEvents_Facebook.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/national-apprenticeship-week-2019-events)

## [National Apprenticeship Week 2019 — November 11-17](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/national-apprenticeship-week-2019-events)

[National Apprenticeship Week 2019](https://www.apprenticeship.gov/national-apprenticeship-week) is being celebrated from November 11-17! This annual celebration is now in its fifth...

[![Cleaning](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Cleaning.webp?width=365&name=Cleaning.webp) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-cleaning-gdtopnotch)

## [Construction Cleaning: Work with Michigan Construction Partner GD Top Notch](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-cleaning-gdtopnotch)

[GD Top Notch Cleaning Service Inc. ](https://www.gdtopnotch.com/)is a leader in the construction cleaning industry. Founder Gale Glickoff started as...

[![NewBridalWeekend](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Heino.png?width=365&name=Heino.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-week-spotlight-matt-heino)

## [Construction Week Spotlight: Matt Heino from M.L. Chartier](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-week-spotlight-matt-heino)

Matt Heino has worked for [M.L. Chartier](https://pages.michiganconstruction.com/mlchartier), an excavation, building and environmental cleanup company, for a little over a...

[![Shandra Dunn](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Shandra%20Dunn.png?width=365&name=Shandra%20Dunn.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/masci-2019-apprentice-of-the-year-shandra-dunn-from-dans-excavating)

## [MASCI 2019 Apprentice of the Year: Shandra Dunn from Dan's Excavating](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/masci-2019-apprentice-of-the-year-shandra-dunn-from-dans-excavating)

We love highlighting hardworking individuals in the construction industry.

Shandra "Faye" Dunn, from Dan’s Excavating,...

[![NationalApprenticeshipWeek_BlogHeader_AmericaBuiltOnApprenticeships](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/NationalApprenticeshipWeek_BlogHeader_AmericaBuiltOnApprenticeships.jpg?width=365&name=NationalApprenticeshipWeek_BlogHeader_AmericaBuiltOnApprenticeships.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/associated-builders-and-contractors)

## [Associated Builders and Contractors - Building Tomorrow's Future in Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/associated-builders-and-contractors)

[Associated Builders and Contractors ](https://www.abc.org/)(ABC) is a national trade association representing 22,000 chapter members. Founded...

[![56907728_2159001204196372_5113408112077832192_o-1](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/56907728_2159001204196372_5113408112077832192_o-1.jpg?width=365&name=56907728_2159001204196372_5113408112077832192_o-1.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/going-pro-in-construction-how-to-become-a-truck-driver)

## [Going Pro in Construction: Become A Truck Driver](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/going-pro-in-construction-how-to-become-a-truck-driver)

Does your office cubicle make you feel confined? Are you ready for a new adventure that doesn't involve racking up a...

[![dakota-roos-dSRhwPe6v9c-unsplash](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/dakota-roos-dSRhwPe6v9c-unsplash.jpg?width=365&name=dakota-roos-dSRhwPe6v9c-unsplash.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/heat-a-construction-safety-concern)

## [Heat: A Construction Safety Concern](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/heat-a-construction-safety-concern)

According to [NASA's Goddard Institute for Space Studies (GISS)](https://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/world-of-change/DecadalTemp), the average global temperature is increasing and though...

[![_DSC0015 resized](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/_DSC0015%20resized.jpg?width=365&name=_DSC0015%20resized.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/going-pro-construction-how-to-become-a-carpenter)

## [Going Pro In Construction: Become A Carpenter](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/going-pro-construction-how-to-become-a-carpenter)

A career as a carpenter opens up a new world of powerful tools and possibilities. As a carpenter in Michigan, you have...

[![collegevsapprenticeship](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/collegevsapprenticeship.jpg?width=365&name=collegevsapprenticeship.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/apply-now-southeast-construction-academy-semca)

## [Apply Now: Southeast Construction Academy](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/apply-now-southeast-construction-academy-semca)

The Southeast Michigan Construction Academy ([SEMCA](https://www.abcsemi.org/Construction-Academy/About-SEMCA)) is an educational organization on a mission to train tomorrow's...

[![Zipper_Merge0435-1](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Zipper_Merge0435-1.jpg?width=365&name=Zipper_Merge0435-1.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-in-michigan-the-zipper-merge-explained)

## [Construction in Michigan: The Zipper Merge Explained](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-in-michigan-the-zipper-merge-explained)

Sunshine, fresh air and...construction barrels. Yep, it's summertime in the Mitten State. Construction projects are...

[![ConstructionEngineerMain](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ConstructionEngineerMain.jpg?width=365&name=ConstructionEngineerMain.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/going-pro-in-construction-how-to-find-skilled-trades-training)

## [Going Pro In Construction: How to Find Skilled Trades Training](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/going-pro-in-construction-how-to-find-skilled-trades-training)

When it comes to coupling great pay with career advancement opportunities, few occupations can compare to the...

[![DSC06202](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DSC06202.jpg?width=365&name=DSC06202.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/going-pro-construction-how-to-become-a-heavy-equipment-operator)

## [Going Pro In Construction: Become A Heavy Equipment Operator](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/going-pro-construction-how-to-become-a-heavy-equipment-operator)

A career as a heavy equipment operator opens up a world of possibilities. You get to work with a team and go home every...

[![CCD-1](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CCD-1.jpg?width=365&name=CCD-1.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/oe324-apprenticeship-applications)

## [Operating Engineers Local 324 - Apprenticeship Applications](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/oe324-apprenticeship-applications)

The Operating Engineers Local 324 Apprenticeship program is accepting applications for their training programs starting

[![Going Pro Construction week](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Going%20Pro%20Construction%20week.png?width=365&name=Going%20Pro%20Construction%20week.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/going-pro-construction)

## [Going Pro in Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/going-pro-construction)

The need for skilled trade workers in the state of Michigan has never been greater. By 2026 Michigan will need to fill...

[![DI-05869-049](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/DI-05869-049.jpg?width=365&name=DI-05869-049.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/constructionscienceexpo-industrynight)

## [Construction Science Expo Industry Night - June 6th](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/constructionscienceexpo-industrynight)

The Construction Science Expo is hosting it's first every Construction Industry & Career Night on Thursday, June 6th,...

[![_DSC4844](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/_DSC4844.jpg?width=365&name=_DSC4844.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/work-for-team-elmers)

## [Construction Jobs in Michigan: Work for Team Elmer's!](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/work-for-team-elmers)

[Team Elmer’s](https://www.teamelmers.com/) has been a family owned company since 1956 and is currently a partner with [Michigan Construction](https://www.michiganconstruction.com/). Based...

[![Sticker cropped for blog](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Sticker%20cropped%20for%20blog.jpg?width=365&name=Sticker%20cropped%20for%20blog.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/2019-truckload-of-books-giveaway-press-release)

## [2019 Truckload of Books - Press Release](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/2019-truckload-of-books-giveaway-press-release)

Reading Month has come and gone, and so has another successful [**Truckload of Books contest**](https://pages.michiganconstruction.com/truckload-of-books). With one year under our belt...

[![career days.jpg](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/career%20days.jpg?width=365&name=career%20days.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-construction-career-days-2019)

## [Michigan Construction Career Days: May 1-2, 2019](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-construction-career-days-2019)

Michigan Construction is proud to be involved with [Michigan Construction Career Days](https://www.michiganccd.com/), taking place on May 1-2, 2019!...

[![Women in Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Women%20in%20Construction.png?width=365&name=Women%20in%20Construction.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/finding-success-as-a-woman-in-a-predominately-male-industry)

## [Women in Construction: Finding Success in a Predominately Male Industry](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/finding-success-as-a-woman-in-a-predominately-male-industry)

When you think of construction what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? If you’re like many you may be picturing...

[![WZSA2](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WZSA2.jpg?width=365&name=WZSA2.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/national-work-zone-safety-awareness-week)

## [Work Zone Safety Awareness Week is April 8-12](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/national-work-zone-safety-awareness-week)

We’ve all heard the joke about Michigan having two seasons, winter and orange barrels, but when the barrels do appear...

[![Construction Science Expo](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Construction%20Science%20Expo.png?width=365&name=Construction%20Science%20Expo.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/constructionscienceexpo-2019)

## [9th Annual Construction Science Expo - May 21, 2019](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/constructionscienceexpo-2019)

The 9th Annual Construction Science Expo is introducing Detroit middle and high school students to the construction and...

[![Untitled design-3](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design-3.jpg?width=365&name=Untitled%20design-3.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/mdot-celebrates-women-in-construction)

## [MDOT Celebrates Women in Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/mdot-celebrates-women-in-construction)

Construction has long been considered a men-only industry, but that stereotype is being eroded by a small but growing...

[![Elmer's](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Elmer's.jpg?width=365&name=Elmer's.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-women-of-team-elmers-taking-the-high-road)

## [The Women of Team Elmer’s: Taking the High Road](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-women-of-team-elmers-taking-the-high-road)

In northern Michigan, [Team Elmer’s](https://www.teamelmers.com/) is practically a household name as one of the largest, oldest and most respected...

[![truckload square](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/truckload%20square.png?width=365&name=truckload%20square.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/win-a-truckload-of-books-for-reading-month-2019)

## [Win a Truckload of Books for Reading Month!](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/win-a-truckload-of-books-for-reading-month-2019)

Teaching is a tough job, and super rewarding, when given the right tools. [Michigan Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/37-million-and-counting-michiganconstruction-campaign-well-underway) understands hard work...

[![ken](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ken.jpg?width=365&name=ken.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/soft-skills-training)

## [The Importance of Soft Skills Training](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/soft-skills-training)

[Michigan Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/what-is-michigan-construction) frequently works with the [Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association (MITA) ](https://thinkmita.org/)and their...

[![Merlo Blog Logo](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Merlo%20Blog%20Logo.png?width=365&name=Merlo%20Blog%20Logo.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/merloconstructionmi)

## [Merlo Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/merloconstructionmi)

At [Merlo Construction](https://www.merloconstructionmi.com/) we pride ourselves on unparalleled quality workmanship and attention to detail. From our field...

[![36329340_2246893358929504_1650987722094936064_n](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/36329340_2246893358929504_1650987722094936064_n.jpg?width=365&name=36329340_2246893358929504_1650987722094936064_n.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/detroit-workforce-of-the-future)

## [Detroit Workforce of the Future](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/detroit-workforce-of-the-future)

As Michigan's weather changes over to winter, the snow beginning to fly, and the transportation construction season...

[![Allstate Crane and Rigging (4)-2](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Allstate%20Crane%20and%20Rigging%20(4)-2.png?width=365&name=Allstate%20Crane%20and%20Rigging%20(4)-2.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/allstatecraneandrigging)

## [Construction Jobs in Michigan: All State Crane and Rigging](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/allstatecraneandrigging)

[Michigan Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/what-is-michigan-construction) would like to welcome our newest partner, [All State Crane and Rigging](http://allstatecraneandrigging.com/). All State Crane and...

[![Plumbing 1](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Plumbing%201.png?width=365&name=Plumbing%201.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/7-different-careers-paths-in-plumbing)

## [7 Different Career Paths in Plumbing](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/7-different-careers-paths-in-plumbing)

There are a remarkable amount of benefits when researching a career in plumbing. In fact, the demand for this...

[![36329340_2246893358929504_1650987722094936064_n](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/36329340_2246893358929504_1650987722094936064_n.jpg?width=365&name=36329340_2246893358929504_1650987722094936064_n.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-construction-partners-active-in-workforce-training)

## [Michigan Construction Partners Active in Workforce Training](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-construction-partners-active-in-workforce-training)

Creating ground-up programs to interest and train young people in construction trades is an enormous task, but one that...

[![for more info_ www.readysetbuildexpo.com](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/for%20more%20info_%20www.readysetbuildexpo.com.png?width=365&name=for%20more%20info_%20www.readysetbuildexpo.com.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/national-apprenticeship-week-ready-set-build)

## [National Apprenticeship Week - READY SET BUILD on November 14th!](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/national-apprenticeship-week-ready-set-build)

[**READY. SET. BUILD!** ](http://readysetbuildexpo.com/)is an informational workforce expo that showcases the skilled trades throughout the construction...

[![Plumber 3](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Plumber%203.png?width=365&name=Plumber%203.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/plumber-or-electrician-which-one-do-i-choose)

## [Plumber or Electrician - Which one do I choose?](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/plumber-or-electrician-which-one-do-i-choose)

Both electricians and plumbers play an important role in maintaining the condition of a home, office or business and...

[![brown-coal-bulldozer-caterpillar-1009926](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/brown-coal-bulldozer-caterpillar-1009926.jpg?width=365&name=brown-coal-bulldozer-caterpillar-1009926.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/how-to-become-a-heavy-equipment-operator)

## [How to Become a Heavy Equipment Operator](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/how-to-become-a-heavy-equipment-operator)

You’ve looked at lot of different careers in construction and whittled your list down to one: heavy equipment operator....

[![ApprenticeshipEvents_Facebook](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ApprenticeshipEvents_Facebook.jpg?width=365&name=ApprenticeshipEvents_Facebook.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/national-apprenticeship-week-november-12-18-2018)

## [National Apprenticeship Week — November 12-18, 2018](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/national-apprenticeship-week-november-12-18-2018)

The fourth annual National Apprenticeship Week is coming and each year there’s more excitement and more events to...

[![Plumber 4](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Plumber%204.png?width=365&name=Plumber%204.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/how-to-become-a-professional-plumber)

## [How to Become a Professional Plumber](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/how-to-become-a-professional-plumber)

The plumbing trade is a great career choice in any type of economy. It’s a fact that people will always need plumbing...

[![NationalApprenticeshipWeek_BlogHeader_GrowingWorkforceWithPreApprenticeships](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/NationalApprenticeshipWeek_BlogHeader_GrowingWorkforceWithPreApprenticeships.jpg?width=365&name=NationalApprenticeshipWeek_BlogHeader_GrowingWorkforceWithPreApprenticeships.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/growing-your-workforce-with-pre-apprenticeships)

## [Growing Your Workforce With Pre-Apprenticeships](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/growing-your-workforce-with-pre-apprenticeships)

A few years ago, we did a gap analysis on our industry, and asked ourselves, “What will the employee pipeline look like...

[![Blog_NewLegislationSkilledTradesEducation](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog_NewLegislationSkilledTradesEducation.jpg?width=365&name=Blog_NewLegislationSkilledTradesEducation.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/legislative-update)

## [New Legislation Aims to Advance Skilled Trades Education in Michigan](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/legislative-update)

Since late 2017, four important bills have been enacted in Michigan that are designed to improve access to and delivery...

[![Who is Michigan Construction 2](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Who%20is%20Michigan%20Construction%202.png?width=365&name=Who%20is%20Michigan%20Construction%202.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/what-is-michigan-construction)

## [What Is Michigan Construction?](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/what-is-michigan-construction)

Michigan Construction just celebrated our second anniversary and we realize that not everyone knows exactly who we are...

[![Surviving a commercial Constru project](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Surviving%20a%20commercial%20Constru%20project.png?width=365&name=Surviving%20a%20commercial%20Constru%20project.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/surviving-a-commercial-construction-project)

## [Surviving A Commercial Construction Project](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/surviving-a-commercial-construction-project)

You’re not just building a new facility or an office during a commercial construction project. You’re building your...

[![Osborne Concrete](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Osborne%20Concrete.png?width=365&name=Osborne%20Concrete.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/osborne-concrete-company)

## [Construction Jobs in Michigan: Work for Osborne Concrete](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/osborne-concrete-company)

One of the most trusted names in [Romulus, Michigan](http://www.osborne-inc.com/Building-Supplies-Location-Romulus-MI.html), Osborne Concrete Co. has been supplying the area with building...

[![tools-2](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/tools-2.png?width=365&name=tools-2.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/5-useful-tools-women-in-construction-need)

## [5 Useful Tools Women in Construction Need](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/5-useful-tools-women-in-construction-need)

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 9.1 percent of construction workers are women. This means that more...

[![apple-applications-apps-607812 3-1](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/apple-applications-apps-607812%203-1.jpg?width=365&name=apple-applications-apps-607812%203-1.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/10-social-media-ideas-for-construction-companies)

## [10 Social Media Ideas for Construction Companies](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/10-social-media-ideas-for-construction-companies)

 Social media has become a key element in the way [construction companies across Michigan](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/www.facebook.com/constructionmi) connect with the communities...

[![The Mackinac Bridge 3](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Mackinac%20Bridge%203.jpg?width=365&name=The%20Mackinac%20Bridge%203.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-mackinac-bridge)

## [Michigan's Biggest Construction Jobs: The Mackinac Bridge](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-mackinac-bridge)

[Michigan Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/37-million-and-counting-michiganconstruction-campaign-well-underway) is starting a series of blog articles talking about some of the biggest construction jobs in...

[![Welcome New Hires](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Welcome%20New%20Hires.png?width=365&name=Welcome%20New%20Hires.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/6-tips-to-welcoming-new-hires-to-your-construction-team)

## [6 Tips to Welcoming New Hires To Your Construction Team](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/6-tips-to-welcoming-new-hires-to-your-construction-team)

Think about the last time you started a new job. Do you remember how your new coworkers made you feel on day one? You...

[![PPE](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PPE.png?width=365&name=PPE.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-construction-safety-tips)

## [Michigan Construction Safety Tips](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-construction-safety-tips)

[Michigan Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/37-million-and-counting-michiganconstruction-campaign-well-underway) knows that employee safety on the construction site is top of mind for all of our [partners](https://www.michiganconstruction.com/partner-hub). We...

[![Florence Cement Co (1)](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Florence%20Cement%20Co%20(1).png?width=365&name=Florence%20Cement%20Co%20(1).png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/florence-cement-company)

## [Build Your Future with Florence Cement Company](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/florence-cement-company)

The [Florence Cement Company](https://florencecement.com/) is a southeastern Michigan contractor located in Shelby Township and specializing in public...

[![Anlaan Corp](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Anlaan%20Corp.png?width=365&name=Anlaan%20Corp.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/jobs-with-anlaan)

## [Cross the Bridge to Success with Anlaan Corporation](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/jobs-with-anlaan)

[Michigan Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/37-million-and-counting-michiganconstruction-campaign-well-underway) Partner West Michigan-based [Anlaan Corporation](https://anlaan.com/) specializes in [bridge construction and heavy civil...](https://anlaan.com/projects.html)

[![Nagle Paving Blog Header](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Nagle%20Paving%20blog-1.png?width=365&name=Nagle%20Paving%20blog-1.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/naglepaving)

## [Build a Road to Success With Nagle Paving](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/naglepaving)

[Michigan Construction ](https://www.michiganconstruction.com/partner-hub)welcomes [Nagle Paving](http://www.naglepaving.com/) as a partner in the [movement ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/37-million-and-counting-michiganconstruction-campaign-well-underway)changing the way people to connect to the...

[![Construction Science Expo](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Construction%20Science%20Expo.png?width=365&name=Construction%20Science%20Expo.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/dps-kids-dig-into-stem-skilled-trades-at-construction-science-expo)

## [DPS Kids Dig Into STEM & Skilled Trades at Construction Science Expo](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/dps-kids-dig-into-stem-skilled-trades-at-construction-science-expo)

#### **DETROIT - Tuesday May 22, 2018**

Detroit middle & high school students will experience one of the best school field trips...

[![Northern Michigan Blog Header](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Northern%20Michigan%20Blog%20Header.png?width=365&name=Northern%20Michigan%20Blog%20Header.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/great-construction-jobs-in-northern-michigan)

## [Great Construction Jobs in Northern Michigan](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/great-construction-jobs-in-northern-michigan)

Construction, even in Michigan, goes on all year round but as spring approaches, there are more jobs than ever waiting...

[![As a partner with Michigan Construction, Toebe Construction is helping to change the way that people connect with jobs in construction.](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Toebe%20Partner%20Blog%20Header.png?width=365&name=Toebe%20Partner%20Blog%20Header.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/what-you-can-build-with-toebe-construction)

## [What Can You Build with Toebe Construction?](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/what-you-can-build-with-toebe-construction)

[Toebe Construction](http://www.toebe-construction.com/), LLC is a Michigan-based heavy civil contractor serving clients in both the public and private...

[![Z Contractors Blog Header](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Z%20Contractors%20Blog%20Header.png?width=365&name=Z%20Contractors%20Blog%20Header.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/z-contractors-is-hiring)

## [Z Contractors, Inc. is Hiring Now!](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/z-contractors-is-hiring)

[Michigan Construction partner](https://www.michiganconstruction.com/partner-hub) [Z Contractors Inc.](http://www.z-contractors.com/) was established in 2010 and is based in Shelby Township. Specializing...

[![Career Days Header.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Career%20Days%20Header.png?width=365&name=Career%20Days%20Header.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-construction-career-days-2018)

## [We Want You … to Join Us for Michigan Construction Career Days!](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-construction-career-days-2018)

The construction industry in Michigan is growing as more and more young people realize how many really great career...

[![Truckload of Books Header.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Truckload%20of%20Books%20Header.png?width=365&name=Truckload%20of%20Books%20Header.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/win-a-truckload-of-books-for-reading-month)

## [Win a Truckload of Books for Reading Month!](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/win-a-truckload-of-books-for-reading-month)

Teaching is a tough job, although it can also be fun, when given the right tools. [Michigan Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/37-million-and-counting-michiganconstruction-campaign-well-underway) understands...

[![Central Concrete wanted-1.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Central%20Concrete%20wanted-1.png?width=365&name=Central%20Concrete%20wanted-1.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/central-concrete-needs-class-b-ready-mix-truck-drivers)

## [Central Concrete is Gearing up for Record Year](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/central-concrete-needs-class-b-ready-mix-truck-drivers)

[Michigan Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/37-million-and-counting-michiganconstruction-campaign-well-underway)[partner](https://www.michiganconstruction.com/partner-hub)[Central Concrete](http://central-concrete.net/)Products, a division of [Fisher Companies](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/fisher-companies-joins-the-michigan-construction-movement), of Mt. Pleasant and Alma, MI,...

[![NWICW_graphic-1.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/NWICW_graphic-1.png?width=365&name=NWICW_graphic-1.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-future-of-women-in-construction-)

## [The Future of Women in Construction ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-future-of-women-in-construction-)

Calling all women who dream big, who envision themselves being part of something really important, and who know the...

[![WIC Walbridge.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WIC%20Walbridge.png?width=365&name=WIC%20Walbridge.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/walbridge-celebrates-women-in-construction)

## [Walbridge celebrates Women in Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/walbridge-celebrates-women-in-construction)

It's Women in Construction Week, time to honor pioneering women and their  companies. One of those is our [partner](https://www.michiganconstruction.com/partner-hub) in the...

[![WIC UP.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WIC%20UP.png?width=365&name=WIC%20UP.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/women-in-construction-electrical-apprentice)

## [Women in Construction: Electrical Apprentice in the UP](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/women-in-construction-electrical-apprentice)

Erin Lakenen works full time at B&B Electric Inc. in Iron Mountain, Michigan. At just 22, the third-year apprentice...

[![WIC Flint.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WIC%20Flint.png?width=365&name=WIC%20Flint.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/women-in-construction-rebuilding-flint)

## [Women in Construction: Rebuilding Flint](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/women-in-construction-rebuilding-flint)

Emily Williams likes a challenge. The petite 23-year-old Flint, Michigan, resident, originally studied criminal...

[![Fessler & Bowman Partner Blog Header.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Fessler%20%26%20Bowman%20Partner%20Blog%20Header.png?width=365&name=Fessler%20%26%20Bowman%20Partner%20Blog%20Header.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/get-to-work-with-fessler-bowman-inc)

## [Get to Work with Fessler & Bowman, Inc.](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/get-to-work-with-fessler-bowman-inc)

[Fessler & Bowman, Inc.](http://www.fesslerandbowman.com/) is a Flushing-based concrete and earthwork contractor offering a full range of construction...

[![AIS HETI Blog header.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/AIS%20HETI%20Blog%20header.png?width=365&name=AIS%20HETI%20Blog%20header.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/jobs-with-ais-construction-equipment)

## [AIS Construction Equipment: Great Jobs ✔️ Training ✔️](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/jobs-with-ais-construction-equipment)

[AIS Construction Equipment](http://www.aisengine.com/Default) is celebrating its 55th year serving multiple industries and is the oldest “Michigan owned...

[![Michigan Construction READY Going PRO Apprenticeship Readiness Program is looking for individuals who are interested in building their construction skillset so that we can pay you to get trained. In addition to NCCER Core at GMCA, you'll go through training at Lansing Community College, the Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association (MITA), AIS Heavy Equipment Training Institute and the Michigan Concrete Association.](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GMCA%20Blog%20Header.png?width=365&name=GMCA%20Blog%20Header.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/gmcas-core-curriculum-the-first-step-to-a-great-career)

## [NCCER Core Curriculum at Greater Michigan Construction Academy](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/gmcas-core-curriculum-the-first-step-to-a-great-career)

If you lack construction experience but want to gain the skills you need for a successful construction industry career,...

[![Michigan Construction Increased.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Michigan%20Construction%20Increased.png?width=365&name=Michigan%20Construction%20Increased.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/increased-training-benefits-pay-for-michigan-construction-workers-in-2018)

## [Increased Training, Benefits & Pay for Michigan Construction Workers in 2018](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/increased-training-benefits-pay-for-michigan-construction-workers-in-2018)

What if you could have a career where your hard work and dedication were rewarded with great pay, great training (often...

[![M. L Chartier Partner Blog Header.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-headers/M.%20L%20Chartier%20Partner%20Blog%20Header.png?width=365&name=M.%20L%20Chartier%20Partner%20Blog%20Header.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-jobs-with-m.l.-chartier-inc)

## [Why M.L. Chartier is Awesome & How to Join the Team ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-jobs-with-m.l.-chartier-inc)

Founded by Malcolm L. Chartier in 1954 in Fair Haven, [M.L. Chartier, Inc.](https://www.mlchartier.com/) operated with the principle that still drives...

[![MCReady Blog Header.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MCReady%20Blog%20Header.png?width=365&name=MCReady%20Blog%20Header.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-construction-announces-pre-apprenticeship-training-program)

## [Michigan Construction Announces Apprenticeship Readiness Program](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-construction-announces-pre-apprenticeship-training-program)

The Michigan Construction Foundation (MCF) has received a grant of nearly $179,000 from the Michigan Talent Investment...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Michigan%20Paving%20Partner%20Blog%20(1).png?width=365&name=Michigan%20Paving%20Partner%20Blog%20(1).png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-paving-and-materials-company)

## [Michigan Paving and Materials Paves the way for success](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-paving-and-materials-company)

[Michigan Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/what-is-michigan-construction) is proud to partner with [Michigan Paving and Materials Company](https://www.michiganpaving.com/) in the movement that is [uniting](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-michigan-construction-movement-repairing-a-broken-pipeline)...

[![MYTHS Blog Header (2).png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MYTHS%20Blog%20Header%20(2).png?width=365&name=MYTHS%20Blog%20Header%20(2).png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/5-totally-bogus-myths-about-jobs-in-the-construction-trades)

## [5 Totally Bogus Myths About Construction Jobs](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/5-totally-bogus-myths-about-jobs-in-the-construction-trades)

Occupations in the construction industry have long suffered from untrue stereotyping and negative assumptions, often...

[![Consumers-1.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Consumers-1.png?width=365&name=Consumers-1.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/reasons-to-work-for-consumers-concrete)

## [Reasons to Work for Consumers Concrete ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/reasons-to-work-for-consumers-concrete)

[Consumers Concrete Corporation](http://www.consumersconcrete.com/) is a Michigan construction institution providing a range of products and services...

[![Cam Tradeshow-77.jpg](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Cam%20Tradeshow-77.jpg?width=365&name=Cam%20Tradeshow-77.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/cam-2018-tradeshow)

## [Construction Association of Michigan 2018 Tradeshow Announcement](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/cam-2018-tradeshow)

The [Construction Association of Michigan](http://www.cam-online.com/) (CAM), Bloomfield Hills, is pleased to announce that its Construction & Design...

[![AJAX Partner Blog Header.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-headers/AJAX%20Partner%20Blog%20Header.png?width=365&name=AJAX%20Partner%20Blog%20Header.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-jobs-with-ajax-paving)

## [Who is Ajax Paving and What Jobs do They Offer? ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-jobs-with-ajax-paving)

[Ajax Paving Industries](http://ajaxpaving.com/employment/) is a heavy highway road builder specializing in asphalt and concrete construction, airports, and...

[![M&M Excavating Partner Blog Header.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/M%26M%20Excavating%20Partner%20Blog%20Header.png?width=365&name=M%26M%20Excavating%20Partner%20Blog%20Header.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-jobs-with-mm-excavating)

## [Construction Jobs with M&M Excavating](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-jobs-with-mm-excavating)

Since 1973, [M&M Excavating](https://mm-excavating.com/) has been a leader in heavy construction across Michigan. A third-generation, family...

[![From Comerica Park, Ford Field, and Little Caesars Areana, to the M1 Concourse and the Detroit Zoo, Iafrate Construction has worked on all of the major sports and recreation venues recently construction in Detroit.](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Sports%20n%20Recreation.jpg?width=365&name=Sports%20n%20Recreation.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-jobs-with-angelo-iafrate)

## [Construction Jobs with Angelo Iafrate](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/construction-jobs-with-angelo-iafrate)

[Angelo Iafrate Construction](https://www.iafrate.com/) is an employee-owned company that has built its reputation on excellence, innovation and...

[![Summitblogheader.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Summitblogheader.png?width=365&name=Summitblogheader.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/industry-leaders-and-experts-unite-at-the-michigan-construction-summit)

## [Industry Leaders and Experts Unite at the Michigan Construction Summit](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/industry-leaders-and-experts-unite-at-the-michigan-construction-summit)

Have you heard about the Summit?

The Michigan Construction Summit will combine expert talks with collaboration: we...

[![NY Resolutions.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/NY%20Resolutions.png?width=365&name=NY%20Resolutions.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/new-years-resolutions-for-the-construction-industry)

## [New Year's Resolutions for the Construction Industry](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/new-years-resolutions-for-the-construction-industry)

Every time a new year rolls around is another excuse for us to step back and take a look at where we are personally and...

[![M-231 in ottowa county (8).png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/M-231%20in%20ottowa%20county%20(8).png?width=365&name=M-231%20in%20ottowa%20county%20(8).png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/springfield-inc.-joins-the-michigan-construction-movement)

## [Springfield, Inc. Joins the Michigan Construction Movement](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/springfield-inc.-joins-the-michigan-construction-movement)

[Springfield Inc.](http://springfieldsmart.com/) began in 1985 as a small roofing company and one of the first installers of Duro-Last roofing systems...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/forecast.png?width=365&name=forecast.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-construction-industry-long-term-forecast)

## [How Many Construction Workers Does Michigan Need?](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-construction-industry-long-term-forecast)

In the fall of 2017, [Michigan Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/37-million-and-counting-michiganconstruction-campaign-well-underway) issued its first industry report, [Michigan Construction By the Numbers](https://pages.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-construction-industry-by-the-numbe), a...

[![#2-Tonka.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/%232-Tonka.png?width=365&name=%232-Tonka.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-top-10-construction-toys-of-all-time)

## [The Top 10 Construction Toys of All Time](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-top-10-construction-toys-of-all-time)

Throughout the years, some of the most popular toys of all time have inspired kids to build things. Whether it’s the...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/C.A.Hull%20Blog%20Header.png?width=365&name=C.A.Hull%20Blog%20Header.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/c.a.-hull-joins-the-michigan-construction-movement)

## [Michigan Construction Partners with C.A. Hull](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/c.a.-hull-joins-the-michigan-construction-movement)

[Michigan Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/closing-michigans-construction-talent-gap-infrastructure-employers-pave-the-way) is proud to have [C. A. Hull](https://www.cahull.com/) as a partner in the movement that is [uniting](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-michigan-construction-movement-repairing-a-broken-pipeline) the industry and...

[![blog-20170914-EmilyWilliams (1).jpg](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-20170914-EmilyWilliams%20(1).jpg?width=365&name=blog-20170914-EmilyWilliams%20(1).jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/electrical-apprentice-finds-passion-for-trade-0)

## [Building a Future in Flint one Brick at a Time](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/electrical-apprentice-finds-passion-for-trade-0)

Emily Williams likes a challenge. The petite 23-year-old Flint, Michigan, resident, originally studied criminal...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/NationalApprenticeship%20Week.png?width=365&name=NationalApprenticeship%20Week.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/electrical-apprentice-finds-passion-for-trade)

## [Upper Peninsula Electrical Apprentice Finds Passion for Her Trade](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/electrical-apprentice-finds-passion-for-trade)

Erin Lakenen works full time at B&B Electric Inc. in Iron Mountain, Michigan. At just 22, the third-year apprentice...

[![Untitled design (2)-2.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(2)-2.png?width=365&name=Untitled%20design%20(2)-2.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/vocational_village)

## [Michigan's Vocational Village Helps to Fill Skilled Construction Jobs](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/vocational_village)

At two Michigan prisons, a new program is showing inmates they have what it takes to learn a trade and still be able to...

[![NationalApprenticeshipWeek_BlogHeader_AmericaBuiltOnApprenticeships](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/NationalApprenticeshipWeek_BlogHeader_AmericaBuiltOnApprenticeships.jpg?width=365&name=NationalApprenticeshipWeek_BlogHeader_AmericaBuiltOnApprenticeships.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/national-apprenticeship-week-the-history-of-apprenticeships-in-america-0)

## [America was Built by the Hands of Apprentices](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/national-apprenticeship-week-the-history-of-apprenticeships-in-america-0)

The history of apprenticeships dates back thousands of years, but written reference to this practice first surfaced...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Fact-shareable-4.jpg?width=365&name=Fact-shareable-4.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/national-apprenticeship-week-2017-michigan-events-0)

## [National Apprenticeship Week 2017: Michigan Events](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/national-apprenticeship-week-2017-michigan-events-0)

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to participate in an apprenticeship program instead of attending a college...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Expo.jpg?width=365&name=Expo.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/2nd-annual-apprenticeship-expo)

## [2nd Annual Apprenticeship EXPO - November 14, 2017](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/2nd-annual-apprenticeship-expo)

The goal of the Expo is to help people find a gateway into Apprenticeship programs. The event will feature hands-on...

[![Untitled design.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design.png?width=365&name=Untitled%20design.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/semca)

## [SEMCA Joins the Michigan Construction Movement](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/semca)

Michigan Construction is proud to welcome [Southeast Michigan Construction Academy](http://abcsemi.org/en-us/educationandtraining/aboutsemca.aspx) to the movement that is [uniting](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-michigan-construction-movement-repairing-a-broken-pipeline) the...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Summitblogheader.png?width=365&name=Summitblogheader.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/summit_announcement)

## [Michigan Construction Announces One Day Summit for Industry Leaders to Tackle the Workforce Problem](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/summit_announcement)

The Michigan Construction Summit is the can't-miss industry conference for rebuilding Michigan's Construction...

[![OccupationalCategories_Facebook.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/OccupationalCategories_Facebook.png?width=365&name=OccupationalCategories_Facebook.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/constructions-occupational-categories)

## [Construction's Occupational Categories](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/constructions-occupational-categories)

In our quest to expand Michigan’s construction workforce, it is essential to define not only different [industry segments](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/comparing-construction-industry-sectors)

[![ConstructionsLostDecade_Facebook.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ConstructionsLostDecade_Facebook.png?width=365&name=ConstructionsLostDecade_Facebook.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/constructions-lost-decade)

## [Construction's Lost Decade](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/constructions-lost-decade)

 All industries are in a constant cycle of laborers, with new, young workers learning the business, middle-age workers...

[![IndustrySubsectors_Facebook.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/IndustrySubsectors_Facebook.png?width=365&name=IndustrySubsectors_Facebook.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/comparing-construction-industry-sectors)

## [Comparing Construction Industry Sectors](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/comparing-construction-industry-sectors)

Although we usually speak as one, the construction industry is often divided into four subsectors by various government...

[![trained by the trades..png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/trained%20by%20the%20trades..png?width=365&name=trained%20by%20the%20trades..png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-walbridge-group-trained-by-the-trades)

## [The Walbridge Group: Trained by the Trades](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-walbridge-group-trained-by-the-trades)

Why spend money to learn, when you can be paid to learn?

That’s a question that many young people should ask...

[![Grand Haven Pier 5.jpg](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Grand%20Haven%20Pier%205.jpg?width=365&name=Grand%20Haven%20Pier%205.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/project-update-consumers-concrete-takes-on-grand-haven-pier-rehab)

## [Project Update: Consumers Concrete takes on Grand Haven Pier Rehab](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/project-update-consumers-concrete-takes-on-grand-haven-pier-rehab)

Always ready to take on even the most difficult projects, Michigan Construction partner [Consumers Concrete](http://www.consumersconcrete.com/) is supplying...

[![Barton Malow 2.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Barton%20Malow%202.png?width=365&name=Barton%20Malow%202.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/barton-malow-steps-up-workforce-development)

## [Barton Malow Steps Up Workforce Development](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/barton-malow-steps-up-workforce-development)

## **Back to School**

Construction industry firms are all in the same boat when it comes to hiring competent workers: there...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MICPA%20Logo.png?width=365&name=MICPA%20Logo.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-michigan-construction-movement-repairing-a-broken-pipeline-0)

## [MI Career Pathways Alliance:  Get Involved Today!](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-michigan-construction-movement-repairing-a-broken-pipeline-0)

"We need to think differently about career tech education, enhancing the value these programs can bring to students...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MichiganConstruction_ByTheNumbers_facebook.png?width=365&name=MichiganConstruction_ByTheNumbers_facebook.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigans-construction-industry-by-the-numbers)

## [Michigan's Construction Industry: By the Numbers](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigans-construction-industry-by-the-numbers)

Michigan is facing a crisis on the construction front – plenty of work and not nearly enough workers to do it. That’s...

[![Untitled design (31).png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(31).png?width=365&name=Untitled%20design%20(31).png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/fisher-companies-joins-the-michigan-construction-movement)

## [Fisher Companies partners with the Michigan Construction Movement](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/fisher-companies-joins-the-michigan-construction-movement)

Ralph J. “R. J.” Fisher, Sr. and his wife, Zelda, founded the [Fisher Companies](http://fishercompanies.net/) in 1925 with the start of their first...

[![CAM history.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-headers/CAM%20history.png?width=365&name=CAM%20history.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/history-of-the-construction-association-of-michigan)

## [History of the Construction Association of Michigan](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/history-of-the-construction-association-of-michigan)

In a time before Ford made automobiles, prior to Edison perfecting electric lights, and when the U.S. Postal Service...

[![10660132_971207439633987_7048086946347484989_n.jpg](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/10660132_971207439633987_7048086946347484989_n.jpg?width=365&name=10660132_971207439633987_7048086946347484989_n.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-walbridge-group-joins-the-michigan-construction-movement)

## [The Walbridge Group Joins the Michigan Construction Movement](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-walbridge-group-joins-the-michigan-construction-movement)

Michigan Construction is proud to welcome [The Walbridge Group](http://www.walbridge.com/) to the movement that is [uniting](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-michigan-construction-movement-repairing-a-broken-pipeline)the industry and changing...

[![Untitled design (18).png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(18).png?width=365&name=Untitled%20design%20(18).png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/so-you-want-to-work-in-construction)

## [So You Want to Work in Construction](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/so-you-want-to-work-in-construction)

[![it's not all about the benjamins.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/it's%20not%20all%20about%20the%20benjamins.png?width=365&name=it's%20not%20all%20about%20the%20benjamins.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/why-careers-in-construction-pay-off)

## [Careers in Construction Pay More Than Just Money](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/why-careers-in-construction-pay-off)

There's no doubt about it, a career in construction is hard work, no matter if you are a craft laborer, an iron worker...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Stock%20images/Group%20of%20construction%20workers%20on%20a%20break%20at%20a%20building%20site.jpeg?width=365&name=Group%20of%20construction%20workers%20on%20a%20break%20at%20a%20building%20site.jpeg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/10-reasons-why-construction-jobs-in-michigan-rock)

## [10 Reasons Why Construction Jobs in Michigan Rock](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/10-reasons-why-construction-jobs-in-michigan-rock)

1. **Our seasons were built for this: Winter and Construction**

We get it, Michigan winters sound miserable, but did you...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-headers/DesignEngineer.jpg?width=365&name=DesignEngineer.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-three-best-ways-to-find-construction-jobs-in-michigan)

## [The Three Best Ways to Find Construction Jobs in Michigan](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-three-best-ways-to-find-construction-jobs-in-michigan)

Are you interested in a job in the construction industry but don't know where to start? Maybe you are in need of a...

[![Untitled design (14).png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(14).png?width=365&name=Untitled%20design%20(14).png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/how-to-make-construction-sexy)

## [How to Make Construction Sexy](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/how-to-make-construction-sexy)

One of the key reasons [Michigan Construction](https://www.michiganconstruction.com/who-we-are) started was because we believe that the world needs to know how cool and...

[![Untitled design (15).png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(15).png?width=365&name=Untitled%20design%20(15).png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-construction-association-of-michigan-cam-joins-the-michigan-construction-movement)

## [The Construction Association of Michigan (CAM) joins the Michigan Construction Movement](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-construction-association-of-michigan-cam-joins-the-michigan-construction-movement)

Michigan Construction would like to welcome the [Construction Association of Michigan (CAM)](https://www.cam-online.com/Home.aspx) to the [movement](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/37-million-and-counting-michiganconstruction-campaign-well-underway) that is [...](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-michigan-construction-movement-repairing-a-broken-pipeline)

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-headers/Blog%201%20-%20CAM%203D%20Program.jpg?width=365&name=Blog%201%20-%20CAM%203D%20Program.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/3d-develop-design-deliver-cam-offers-free-5-day-boot-camp-and-an-opportunity-to-connect-with-construction-employers)

## [3D: Develop, Design, Deliver – CAM Offers Free 5 Day Boot Camp and an Opportunity to Connect with Construction Employers.](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/3d-develop-design-deliver-cam-offers-free-5-day-boot-camp-and-an-opportunity-to-connect-with-construction-employers)

In 2014, the **[Construction Association of Michigan](https://www.cam-online.com/)** convened industry stakeholders to address a single question: “What...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Picture1-1.png?width=365&name=Picture1-1.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/closing-michigans-construction-talent-gap-infrastructure-employers-pave-the-way)

## [Closing Michigan’s Construction Talent Gap: Infrastructure Employers Pave the Way](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/closing-michigans-construction-talent-gap-infrastructure-employers-pave-the-way)

Across the entire supply chain, from raw materials to the completed project, Michigan’s construction industry is facing...

[![MichiganConstruction_Infographic_Connections_ForPowerpoint.jpg](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-headers/MichiganConstruction_Infographic_Connections_ForPowerpoint.jpg?width=365&name=MichiganConstruction_Infographic_Connections_ForPowerpoint.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/37-million-and-counting-michiganconstruction-campaign-well-underway)

## [37-Million and Counting: Michigan Construction Campaign Well Underway](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/37-million-and-counting-michiganconstruction-campaign-well-underway)

Michigan is very familiar with the process of creating a single brand to promote a critical issue impacting the state...

[![Unknown-1.png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-headers/Unknown-1.png?width=365&name=Unknown-1.png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-faces-long-term-workforce-shortage-key-factors-household-growth-personal-debt-immigration)

## [Michigan Faces Long-term Workforce Shortage Key Factors: Household Growth, Personal Debt, Immigration](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/michigan-faces-long-term-workforce-shortage-key-factors-household-growth-personal-debt-immigration)

A collective of industry associations and the regional government gathered in Novi for the [2017 Mid-Year Economic...](https://www.cam-online.com/CalendarofEvents/tabid/107/vw/3/itemid/443/d/20170615/Default.aspx)

[![Untitled design (13).png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(13).png?width=365&name=Untitled%20design%20(13).png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/danger-zombie-apocalypse-ahead)

## [Danger: Zombie Workforce Apocalypse Ahead](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/danger-zombie-apocalypse-ahead)

An epidemic like this doesn’t spread quickly. It doesn’t even create a sense of urgency at the beginning. When the...

[![](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-headers/Pipeline%20Blog.jpg?width=365&name=Pipeline%20Blog.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-michigan-construction-movement-repairing-a-broken-pipeline)

## [The Michigan Construction Movement: Repairing A Broken Pipeline](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/the-michigan-construction-movement-repairing-a-broken-pipeline)

Let’s face it. We all have our own view of the construction industry. It is inescapable that which construction...

[![MICCD Blog.jpg](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MICCD%20Blog.jpg?width=365&name=MICCD%20Blog.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/2017-construction-career-exploration-spring-events-0)

## [Michigan Construction Career Days 2017](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/2017-construction-career-exploration-spring-events-0)

Michigan Construction is proud to be involved with Michigan Construction Career Days taking place this Thursday and...

[![Untitled design (17).png](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Untitled%20design%20(17).png?width=365&name=Untitled%20design%20(17).png) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/2017-construction-career-exploration-spring-events)

## [2017 Construction Career Exploration Spring Events](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/2017-construction-career-exploration-spring-events)

Michigan Construction is proud to be involved with numerous construction career events taking place this spring.

[![NationalApprenticeshipWeek_BlogHeader_Costs](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/hs-fs/hubfs/NationalApprenticeshipWeek_BlogHeader_Costs.jpg?width=365&name=NationalApprenticeshipWeek_BlogHeader_Costs.jpg) ](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/apprentice-programs-vs-college-whats-the-cost-0)

## [Apprentice Programs vs. College: What's the Cost?](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/apprentice-programs-vs-college-whats-the-cost-0)

 When asked the age-old question, “Is college worth it," many high school students and young people out of high school...

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## [National Apprenticeship Week 2016: Michigan Events](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/national-apprenticeship-week-2016-michigan-events)

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to participate in an apprenticeship program instead of attending a college...

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## [Uniting the Construction Industry](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/uniting-the-construction-industry)

One of the reasons that the construction industry is having difficultly growing its workforce is the lack of...

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## [Challenges facing Michigan’s Construction Industry](https://blog.michiganconstruction.com/challenges-facing-michigans-construction-industry)

As construction work in Michigan continues to expand, what is the biggest challenge facing the construction industry?

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