Acting Secretary Julie Su emphasized the Biden-Harris administration's commitment to diversity in the workforce, stating, “The Biden-Harris administration is committed to building a workforce that looks like America—and the Megaproject Program is all about us putting our money where our mouths are."
Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs Acting Director Michele Hodge highlighted the importance of Megaprojects in providing opportunities for workers, saying, “Megaprojects provide workers with opportunities to access life-changing, good-paying construction jobs."
Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland praised the Investing in America agenda, stating, “President Biden’s Investing in America agenda is helping communities tackle the climate crisis while creating good-paying, family-sustaining jobs and revitalizing local economies."
Deputy Secretary of Transportation Polly Trottenberg expressed pride in partnering with the Department of Labor on the Megaproject Program, saying, “The Department of Transportation is proud to partner with the Department of Labor on the Megaproject Program."
Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works Michael Connor emphasized the importance of diversity in construction projects, stating, “Building a brighter future starts with an inclusive foundation."
The Department of Labor announced the addition of 16 new large infrastructure projects to the Mega Construction Project Program, funded through the Investing in America agenda. These projects aim to promote equal opportunity in the construction trades’ workforce and expand access to good jobs for underrepresented communities.
The Megaproject Program, launched in March 2023, focuses on removing barriers for women, people of color, veterans, and people with disabilities in accessing the millions of good jobs created by large federally funded construction projects.
With the addition of these 16 projects, the Department of Labor has now designated a total of 40 megaprojects, partnering with various government departments to ensure equitable hiring practices and provide opportunities for historically marginalized communities.
The collaborative efforts between the public and private sectors aim to provide a diverse pool of qualified workers with access to good jobs, strengthen recruitment and hiring practices, and ensure that historic federal investments reach underrepresented communities.
