The Northwest building market remains strong, say industry leaders, as construction employment in Oregon, Alaska and Washington continues to grow, according to the Associated General Contractors.
Washington recorded positive gains in construction employment with an increase of 11,100 jobs, or 5.6%, between April 2017 and April 2018 on a seasonally adjusted basis. Oregon saw an increase of 6,000 jobs, or 6.3%, over last year. Alaska added 700 jobs over the same period, or 4.6%.