Non-union labor gaining ground in New York City

Non-union labor is a growing force in New York City’s construction industry, according to an industry trade group official.

Lou Coletti, president of the Building Trade Employers’ Association (BTEA), says that 95% of its construction managers and general contractors are open-shop. Coletti said competitive pricing environment favors non-union labor, though he would rather see his group be 100% union.