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Boston’s construction crisis sparks new career paths

Boston’s building boom is hitting a wall—not from bricks, but from a shortage of skilled workers. Chris Rapczynski of Sleeping Dog Properties is tackling this head-on, not just by raising wages, but by investing in apprenticeship programs that open doors for locals, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds. These programs go beyond the basics, teaching real-world skills for high-end projects and offering a shot at well-paying, stable careers. With construction wages here outpacing many other industries, could these new pathways help solve both the labor crunch and economic inequality? What do you think would make construction more appealing to the next generation? #JobCareer #BostonConstruction #WorkforceDevelopment