Abstract
The skilled labor shortage is well documented from a historical perspective via studies focusing various construction trades such as carpentry, mechanical, electric and plumbing, and tile setters. Causes of such shortages such as industry image, college as a preferred choice after high school, and construction being a last resort have been investigated extensively. Consequently, possible solutions ranging from amplifying shop classes in high school to intensifying recruiting efforts for union training programs have all been addressed throughout the last 40 years. However, recent studies have focused on identifying the magnitude and reach of the skilled labor gap while limited attention is given to the impacting factors that played a role in the decision to pursue an education and eventual career in construction, especially on the management side of the industry. This study, therefore, establishes the current state of existing body of knowledge in this area and identify gaps therein through a comprehensive literature review.
Recommended Citation
Hardy, Nicholas; Barbosa-Resende, Carolina; Kereri, James; and Taghinezhad, Arash
(2024)
"Root and Causes of Skilled Labor Shortage in Construction Industry: Comprehensive Literature Review,"
The Professional Constructor: Vol. 49:
No.
1, Article 4.
Available at:
https://open.clemson.edu/aic-journal/vol49/iss1/4
