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Contributor • Trends and Hot Topics

Going Strong, a Construction Forecast for 2017

January 23, 2017
by Craig Jewett

Craig Jewett

As we turn the corner into 2017, the construction industry is seeing a boom that has not been felt in more than a decade. According to Dodge, commercial building saw a growth of nearly 12% in 2016.

This growth over the past few years has been increasing steadily and is expected to remain strong into 2017 at an estimated 6%.
US employment growth has resulted in an increase in demands for workforce housing, office buildings, retail space, and new industrial/distribution facilities. According to the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), growth has been driven largely by privately financed projects. Architectural firms are also reporting a healthy backlog of work and, due to the life cycle of the average commercial construction project, this is expected to drive construction over the next 12 to 24 months.
Here in New England, we are seeing continued consumer optimism with the incoming presidential administration. Even with the small increase in the federal interest rates, the economy continues to support growth and new construction. The automobile industry remains strong, and we have also experienced development in the manufacturing/distribution, retail, recreational, and financial sectors.
One limiting factor across the country is the disappearance of the skilled workforce. Finding qualified and skilled labor has proven to be a challenge for many industries, and the construction field is no exception. We have had to be creative with recruitment and hope to encourage more young people to invest their time and energy into the building trades. The construction industry offers great opportunities for career stability and development for hard-working, dedicated individuals. We are excited for another great year in 2017!
Craig Jewett is the owner and president of Jewett Construction Company in Raymond, N.H.
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