Location Guides

Construction recruiting location guides

Regional insights for construction hiring. Market dynamics, typical roles in demand, and what makes each location unique for AEC recruiting.

New York

The largest construction market in the US. High-rise, infrastructure, and commercial projects drive constant demand for experienced talent.

Project types

High-rise residentialCommercial officeInfrastructure

In-demand roles

Project Manager · Superintendent · Estimator

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New Jersey

Growing commercial and industrial development, plus spillover from NYC. Strong demand for ground-up and warehouse talent.

Project types

Industrial/warehouseMultifamilyCommercial

In-demand roles

Superintendent · Project Manager · MEP PM

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Boston

Life sciences, healthcare, and higher education drive a steady pipeline of complex construction projects.

Project types

Life sciencesHealthcareHigher education

In-demand roles

Project Manager · Estimator · MEP Coordinator

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Maine

Smaller market but tight talent pool. Healthcare, hospitality, and residential development create targeted demand.

Project types

HealthcareHospitalityResidential

In-demand roles

Superintendent · Project Manager

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Vermont

Niche market focused on sustainable building, hospitality, and institutional projects. Limited talent pool makes recruiting critical.

Project types

Sustainable buildingHospitalityInstitutional

In-demand roles

Project Manager · Superintendent

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New Hampshire

Growing commercial and residential development, especially in southern NH. Employers often compete with Boston for talent.

Project types

CommercialMultifamilyHealthcare

In-demand roles

Superintendent · Project Manager · Estimator

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Utah

Booming market driven by data center development, tech campuses, and rapid population growth. Mission-critical construction expertise in high demand.

Project types

Data centersTech campusesMultifamily

In-demand roles

MEP PM · Project Manager · Superintendent

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