Welcome to Part II of a two-part series on PLAs and Labor Economics. Host Kirk Westwood continues the conversation with Economists Peter W. Philips and Kevin Duncan. Dr. Philips and Dr. Duncan discuss the evolution and role of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) in both public and private sectors, they examine the controversy surrounding the I-15 corridor rehab project in Salt Lake County, and explore the economic aspects of PLAs and their potential benefits for all parties involved. They also share their views on the future of construction and the potential role of the private sector in the union construction and maintenance industry.

The Construction User 2.0 podcast is brought to you by The Association of Union Constructors (TAUC). Your host, Kirk Westwood, is Director of Marketing for TAUC. Kirk has helped many organizations tell their stories as a photographer, blogger, web-streamer, and consultant. In each episode, we’ll explore the latest labor trends, industry insights, and important issues in the world of construction. Our guests are industry leaders, subject matter experts, and innovative visionaries discussing how we are building the ‘world of tomorrow.’ TAUC is made up of more than 1,800 contractor companies that utilize union labor for their projects, as well as local contractor associations and vendors in the industrial maintenance and construction fields. TAUC’s mission is to act as an advocate for union contractors and enhance cooperation between all parties to achieve the successful completion of construction projects. 

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