Big union projects on the horizon — know where the work is headed.
These are upcoming and newly awarded projects, not open jobs. Check with the local before you travel.
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Micron Taps Bechtel to Build First Phase of New York Megafab
Clay, N.Y. · June 10, 2026
Micron has selected Bechtel for engineering, procurement and construction of the first phase of its memory manufacturing complex at White Pine Commerce Park. Bechtel will mobilize immediately. The project is expected to generate more than 4,500 construction jobs, with opportunities for union trades, according to the companies.
Alaska LNG Developer, Building Trades Sign Labor Framework
Chugiak, Alaska · June 11, 2026
8 Star Alaska, a Glenfarne subsidiary, signed an MOU with Alaska building trades councils that sets up future project labor agreements. The project is expected to create 12,000 construction jobs.
Crafts mentionedBoilermakers 502, Insulators 7, IBEW 1547, Ironworkers 751, IUOE 302, UA 375 & 367, and others
Fredericksburg Data Center to Be Built Under a PLA
Fredericksburg, Va. · July 30, 2026
The Baltimore-DC Metro Building Trades Council and a Penzance affiliate agreed to a project labor agreement for the 1500 Gateway campus. More than 2,800 construction jobs are estimated, with peak construction in 2029.
Propel NY Finalizes Route, Names Pre-Construction Contractors
Long Island, N.Y. · July 13, 2026
The $3.2 billion transmission project selected Hallen, Haugland Group and BOND Civil & Utility for pre-construction work. Pending approvals, construction is expected to begin later this year, with service by May 2030.
Montana Trades Council Reaches Union Framework for Big Sky Campus
Billings, Mont. · June 17, 2026
Quantica Infrastructure and the Southeastern Montana Building and Construction Trades Council signed an MOU guiding union construction of a data center campus and new energy infrastructure. No schedule was announced.
Central Hudson Signs Labor Usage Policy with Hudson Valley Building Trades
Hudson Valley, N.Y. · Oct. 14, 2026
Central Hudson Gas & Electric and the Hudson Valley Building and Construction Trades Council signed a labor usage agreement: Central Hudson projects over $1.5 million without prevailing-wage requirements will be built under a Project Labor Agreement, and prevailing-wage projects over $375,000 will be performed by union workers. Future work lead only; no hiring announced yet.
DASNY Approves PLA for Capital District Psychiatric Center Renovation
Albany, N.Y. · Oct. 14, 2026
The DASNY board authorized a Project Labor Agreement with the Greater Capital Region Building and Construction Trades Council for the Capital District Psychiatric Center exterior concrete and interior renovations: abatement, facade restoration, demolition and renovation of a 31-bed unit, with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire alarm and security work. Estimated $22.95M, about 18 months of construction. Bidding stage; not hiring yet.
Indiana Data Center Buildout Driving Big Trades Demand
Indiana · Oct. 17, 2026
Indianapolis Business Journal reports Meta's $10B LEAP District campus in Lebanon is expected to employ about 4,000 skilled workers at peak, and Google's three Indiana data centers (Fort Wayne, Morgan County, Michigan City) about 5,000 workers daily. Contractors say demand for electricians and pipefitters may outpace the state's workforce. Outlook only; check local halls for actual calls.
Crafts mentionedElectricians, pipefitters, general trades (per article)