NECA Contractor Workforce & Apprentice Needs Survey 2026The Apprenticeship and Training Committee is preparing for the Fall 2026 apprentice class and broader workforce planning efforts across the NECA/IBEW partnership. To support this work, we are asking all contractors to take a few minutes to share their work outlook, workforce needs, and apprentice demand for the coming year. Your input will directly inform apprenticeship enrollment, training capacity, and industry planning. As noted in the 2026 outreach, contractors should evaluate their needs carefully, particularly given the current availability of apprentices in the workforce. 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Workforce DemandHow do you expect your workforce needs to change over the next 12 months? Significant increase (10%+ growth) Moderate increase (1–10% growth) No change Moderate decrease (1–10% reduction) Significant decrease (10%+ reduction) Don’t know 2. Where are your biggest workforce gaps? (Select up to 3)Select up to 3 choices. Journeyman electricians Apprentices Foremen Project managers / estimators Specialty skills No major gaps Other Biggest workforce gaps other Choice3. Work Outlook (Project Pipeline)How would you describe your contracted project pipeline over the next 12 months? Very strong (growing backlog) Strong (steady backlog) Moderate (some uncertainty) Weak (limited backlog) Very weak (declining work) Don’t know 4. Business OutlookOverall, how do you feel about the next 12 months as it relates to your potential project pipeline? Very optimistic Somewhat optimistic Neutral Somewhat pessimistic Very pessimistic 5. What factors are most influencing your outlook? (Select up to 3)Select up to 3 choices. Economic conditions / recession risk Cost pressures (labor, materials, energy) Interest rates / financing Government policy / regulation Growth in key sectors (infrastructure, clean energy, data centers) Competition Market Recovery Availability Other What factors are most influencing your outlook Other Choice6. Market Recovery Program UtilizationIn the next 12 months, do you anticipate utilizing the Market Recovery Program? (Select all that apply) Yes – Target Fund Yes – Utilizing CWs in prefab or on MR job sites Yes – Requesting economic concessions (e.g., waived double time, CWs) No Not sure 7. Apprentice Needs (2026 Planning)How many NEW apprentices do you anticipate requesting for 2026? 0 1-2 3-5 6–10 10+ 8. Which apprentice classifications do you anticipate needing? (Select all that apply) Inside Wireman Telecommunications / Low Voltage Both 9. When would you expect to need these apprentices? Immediately (0–3 months) Near-term (3–6 months) Later in year (6–12 months) Other When would you expect to need these apprentices other ChoiceAdd MONTH/DATE10. Do you currently have capacity to take on apprentices? Yes, immediately Yes, but limited capacity No current capacity Not sure 11. Additional details on apprentice needs (optional):What is your biggest workforce or business concern for the next year?SignatureYour NameYour NameYour NameYour NameToday's Date We appreciate your prompt response. Any questions, please email info@bostonneca.org
