Group survey reports widespread project deferrals, halts and disruptions and few new awards, as pandemic economic damage drags down industry employment in metro areas.
Contractors experienced less demand and approximately 13% of the construction workforce was laid off as the coronavirus pandemic took hold in the US, the Associated General Contractors of America reported.
AGC announced survey findings during the first of a series of webinars designed to help members navigate the fast-changing economic landscape due to the coronavirus.
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