Workforce Development:

Building the

2026 Industry

The construction industry in 2026 is at a pivotal crossroads. With a demand for 350,000+ net new workers this year alone, and around 450,000+ by next year, our ability to attract, train, and retain a diverse workforce is no longer just a social goal, it is a business imperative for survival and growth.

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Closing the workforce gap requires more than just more people; it requires an industry-wide transformation.

In 2026, the construction industry faces a net need for nearly half a million new workers. But the "labor shortage" is a symptom, not the disease. The reality is that we are competing with every other high-tech industry for the best minds. To win, we must move beyond the "way we’ve always done it."


Construction Inclusion Week is a call for a unified industry-wide transformation. We don't just need more people on site; we need a cultural infrastructure shift that keeps them there.

 CIW's mission is to strengthen recruitment and retention strategies, creating clear, accessible pathways that secure the industry’s future and offer the next generation a career defined by stability, innovation, and purpose.

Coming Soon: CIW 2026 Workforce Directory

Coming Soon: CIW 2026 Outreach Toolkit

Are You Opening Doors? Share a program on the directory.

If your construction firm or organization runs a program dedicated to workforce development, we invite you to be part of this national resource. By listing your program, you increase your visibility to motivated candidates, demonstrate your industry leadership, and contribute to our collective mission of building a more inclusive and accessible construction industry. Complete the form below to add a program to the directory.

The blueprint for your next-generation talent strategy.

Attracting new talent is only the beginning. To secure long-term industry resilience, we must collectively evolve how we open doors and invest in our people. We are currently finalizing a suite of vetted, high-impact resources designed to bridge the gap between your firm and the communities you serve.


The 2026 Toolkit is currently in final review. This comprehensive guide will equip your teams with everything needed to initiate and sustain a modern recruitment pipeline.


What's inside the 2026 Edition:


  • Customizable Outreach Assets: Ready-to-use presentation materials tailored for school visits and community forums.
  • The Experience Guide: Step-by-step blueprints for hosting high-engagement career exploration events and immersive jobsite tours.
  • Modern Narrative Strategies: Proven methods for showcasing the high-tech, purpose-driven roles that define today’s construction landscape.

Coming Soon: CIW 2026 Outreach Toolkit

Workforce Development Organization Listing Terms
Last Updated: April 2026


Construction Inclusion Week (“CIW”), a California nonprofit mutual benefit corporation recognized as a tax-exempt 501(c)(6) organization, maintains a public directory of Workforce Development Organizations (“WDO”s) as a resource for construction industry stakeholders committed to workforce engagement and community development.

ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS
By completing the directory submission form, you (on behalf of your organization) enter into a binding agreement with CIW. If you do not agree to these terms, you may not submit your organization for inclusion in the directory.


Eligibility & Listing Criteria

Organizations listed in the directory must support workforce development efforts that align with CIW’s mission to promote access, inclusion, and opportunity across the construction industry. Inclusion in the directory does not imply endorsement, partnership, or funding support from CIW. CIW does not verify the qualifications or service quality of any listed Workforce Development Program.

SUBMISSION & ACCURACY

Organizations may request inclusion in the directory by completing the submission form. By submitting the form, the organization affirms that:

  • The information provided is accurate, current, and complete.
  • You have the legal authority to act on behalf of the organization being listed.
  • You consent to the public display of the provided information on the CIW website and associated digital platforms.

Right to Decline or Remove Listings

CIW reserves the right to accept, decline, or remove any listing at any time, for any reason, at our sole discretion. This includes, but is not limited to, concerns regarding data accuracy, lack of alignment with CIW values, or failure to comply with legal or regulatory requirements.


Opt-Out / Removal Requests

Organizations may request to be removed from the directory at any time by submitting a written request to CIW. Removal requests will be processed within 10 business days.


DATA HANDLING & PRIVACY
Your use of this directory is also subject to our Privacy Policy. By participating, you acknowledge that you have read and understand how your data is collected, used, and protected in accordance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other applicable privacy laws.

CHANGES TO TERMS

CIW may update these terms from time to time. Continued listing in the directory following any such updates will constitute acceptance of the revised terms.