We can do the assignment in less time than our competition because our craftsmen are better trained, highly motivated, and very skillful. Less man hours equal lower estimated costs. The Federal Highway Administration surveyed five states that were non-union and five states that were union. The results were astonishing. These statistics verify the statement that union construction can be less even though workers' wages are more.
Buyer beware about accepting the lowest bid.
Many projects incur cost overruns. The conclusion of the Institute was that union labor is better trained and more skilled due to their apprenticeship programs and wage scales. There is no difference in quality between union and non-union construction. Research by Bowling Green State University suggests just the opposite is true. The union wage, benefits and job security attracted the more talented and motivated worker.