While construction jobs increased in 28 states and the District of Columbia, Washington saw a notable decrease, losing 11,100 construction jobs — a decline of 4.9% between August 2024 and August 2025.

This decline ranks Washington among the states with the largest job losses in the sector, according to a recent press release from the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC).

“Workforce shortages aren’t just making life hard for construction firms,” said Jeffrey D. Shoaf, the chief executive officer of the Associated General Contractors of America. “The lack of qualified workers is making it harder for the economy to expand.”

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