Industry jobless rate also improves on monthly and year-over-year basis, BLS reports.

Industry unemployment rate rises to 7.1% from December's 5%, but improves sharply year-over-year.

Nonresidential specialty contractors segment shows strongest results.

The unemployment rate was up from October level but has improved year over year.

The industry added 44,000 jobs in October, with hiring by nonresidential specialty contractors leading the way.

All three major construction sectors added jobs in September, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Job losses in nonresidential segments outpaced gains in residential sector.

Despite the overall gain, some nonresidential construction segments still show job losses in July.

Industry's unemployment rate rises from May level but is down year over year.

Job losses in nonresidential segments outpace increase in residential building.