All construction industry segments added jobs, led by nonresidential specialty contractors.

Industry gained 9,000 jobs in April, compared with 40,000 added in March.

Increases are in all construction segments, paced by nonresidential specialty trade contractors, says latest BLS report on the nation’s employment.

Heavy and civil engineering construction was the strongest sector, adding 12,500 positions in February.

Job gains are in all construction sectors, except heavy and civil engineering construction.

Nonresidential construction sector posts strongest job growth for December, report says.

Industry's jobless rate is up from August level but edges down, year over year.

The heavy and civil engineering category led the way, adding 10,700 jobs, while specialty trade contractors added 7,300 positions, and building contractors added 6,600 jobs.

Residential segments continue to show gains despite higher interest rates.