South Carolina's heavy civil market remains candidate-constrained in 2026, even as national construction unemployment has eased slightly to 4.7%. Demand continues to outpace supply, especially for specialized leadership roles like superintendents, foremen, and project managers that we focus on at Amundson Group.

The broader Carolinas region (Charleston, Charlotte corridor) is still adding positions, but qualified senior-level talent in PM, estimating, and field supervision remains scarce. ABC Carolinas and AGC data show construction openings remain historically elevated, with the industry needing roughly 349,000 new workers nationally to keep pace with 2026 demand.

What this means for you: If you're a PM, superintendent, or estimator in SC, you have real leverage. If you're hiring, you'll need a recruiter who has deep Carolinas relationships and understands the unique needs of heavy civil work, data centers, infrastructure, transportation projects. That's where our expertise shows up.