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Finding the Right Data Faster for Smarter Construction
With megaprojects becoming more complex, data analytics has to be more precise.
New Names and Faces: January 2026
MENARD U.S.A. ENGINEER EARNS PRESTIGIOUS BOARD CERTIFICATION IN GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING On Dec. 16, 2025, Menard U.S.A. proudly announced that John Myers, P.E., design manager for the Southern region, has achieved Board Certification in Geotechnical Engineering from...
Construction Futures: January 2026
Construction spending and hiring slow will prices and backlog rise. Is this setting a precedent for the rest of the year?
Data Center Power Demand Will Cause a Boom in Industrial Construction
The demand for data centers is posing a demand for more power sources.
Commercial Construction Faces Challenges in 2026, But Some Cities May Be Safe
Commercial construction faced challenges in 2025. Certain markets are already yielding insight into 2026 trends.
Nonresidential Construction Spending Remained Stagnant in October
On a monthly basis, nonresidential spending was up in 9 of 16 categories, but still lacks momentum overall.
Reducing Rework on Construction Projects Benefits Budget, Schedule and Financial Loss
Build it nice or build it twice. Studies show that rework can cost contractors up to 20% of project costs.
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Earth Benders: R.J. Zavoral and Sons Inc. on Their History of Moving the Midwest
Minnesota-based contractor R.J. Zavoral and Sons isn’t just breaking ground—they’re moving it. And they’ve been doing so for nearly 75 years.
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Construction Marketing in 2026: Strategy First, Execution Second
The most important change in construction marketing heading into 2026 is mindset.
New Names and Faces: December 2025
Some of ABC's contractors, architects, engineers and more make major moves late in the year.
House Passes ABC-Supported Permitting Reform Legislation
ABC supported two permitting reform bills, which just passed a vote in the U.S. House.
Smart-Building Technology: The Transformative Payoff That Can’t Be Missed
Builders and tenants alike want smart buildings, but, according to research, only 13% of construction leaders have fully integrated building systems.
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Construction Futures: January 2026
Construction spending and hiring slow will prices and backlog rise. Is this setting a precedent for the rest of the year?
Reducing Rework on Construction Projects Benefits Budget, Schedule and Financial Loss
Build it nice or build it twice. Studies show that rework can cost contractors up to 20% of project costs.
Construction Marketing in 2026: Strategy First, Execution Second
The most important change in construction marketing heading into 2026 is mindset.
Tariffs Push Construction Materials Prices Higher in November
Tariffs seem here to stay, along with the subsequent rising materials prices.
The Ultimate Construction Project Punch List for Winning Customer Loyalty
Open, transparent communication with a client on a jobsite is not a novel concept, but not every contractor does it when they should.
Construction Industry Must Attract 349,000 Workers in 2026 Despite Macroeconomic Headwinds
ABC is projecting a need of nearly 400,000 workers to meet construction demands in 2026; and nearly 500,000 in 2027.
Construction Lost 11,000 Jobs in December, Added Just 14,000 Jobs in 2025
Contrasting November’s promising job growth, December yielded disheartening results.
Construction Job Openings Rebound by 90,000 in November 2025
According to the latest JOLTS survey, the U.S. construction industry had only 292,000 job openings as of November 2025.
New Names and Faces: January 2026
MENARD U.S.A. ENGINEER EARNS PRESTIGIOUS BOARD CERTIFICATION IN GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING On Dec. 16, 2025, Menard U.S.A. proudly announced that John Myers, P.E., design manager for the Southern region, has achieved Board Certification in Geotechnical Engineering from...
New Names and Faces: December 2025
Some of ABC’s contractors, architects, engineers and more make major moves late in the year.
Willmar Electric Service’s David Chapin
Nearly a decade since his tenure as ABC National Chair, what is David Chapin doing?
A Beacon of Hope: Joseph Groh Foundation’s Newest Grant Recipient
The Joseph Groh Foundation announced its most recent grant recipient: Stanley Bray.
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Rebuilding in Fire-Damaged Los Angeles One Year Later
One year since the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires, families, communities and municipalities are struggling to cut through red tape in order to rebuild.
Mind the Gap: Ensuring Proper Edge Fall Protection
Falls are a leading cause of fatalities in the construction industry, but they can be prevented with the right protection.
Where, When, How: Analyzing 2025 Construction Safety Incidents
Is 9:00 A.M. the new midnight? Report reveals why it’s a dangerous time on construction jobsites.
Hiring Is a Safety Practice: Building a Culture That Starts With Your People
When your construction safety culture isn’t working, screen and screen again.
High-Risk Construction Projects Demand Specialized Insurance
Today’s construction projects are riskier than ever and often not covered by traditional insurance.
Why Self-Insurance Might Be Worth It in a Changing Construction Market
Builders risk. Workers comp. Insurance abounds in the construction industry. But what about keeping it in-house?
Four Ways Builders Risk Coverage Is Reshaping Construction Risk Management
Construction risks are evolving as threats to jobsites evolve. Thankfully, builders risk insurance is evolving as well.
Executive Insights 2025: Leaders in Surety Bonding
With all the uncertainty surrounding the construction economy, one thing is for sure: Surety Bonding. These experts share their insights from 2025.
House Passes ABC-Supported Permitting Reform Legislation
ABC supported two permitting reform bills, which just passed a vote in the U.S. House.
Court Decision Removes PLA Mandate From Federal Construction Project
A recent decision by the U.S. Court of Federal Claims favored a challenge to a Biden-era PLA policy.
Congress Returns to Washington as Lawmakers Struggle to Find a Path Forward
After 43 days of a government shutdown—the longest in U.S. history—Congress has finally returned to Washington, D.C., just in time for the holidays.
ABC Welcomes Trump Administration’s Proposal to Clarify ‘Waters of the United States’
The Trump admin proposed a rule to clarify the Clean Water’s Act definition of WOTUS.
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Finding the Right Data Faster for Smarter Construction
With megaprojects becoming more complex, data analytics has to be more precise.
Data Center Power Demand Will Cause a Boom in Industrial Construction
The demand for data centers is posing a demand for more power sources.
Smart-Building Technology: The Transformative Payoff That Can’t Be Missed
Builders and tenants alike want smart buildings, but, according to research, only 13% of construction leaders have fully integrated building systems.
How Construction CFOs Scale Systems, Technology and Workflows Amid Rapid Industrial Growth
Rapid expansion rewards the prepared and tests the rest. Financial discipline is what determines which side a construction firm lands on.
A Constant Construction Companion: The Importance of Corrosion Inhibitors for Concrete Structures
Concrete corrosion can sneak up on you, especially during project delays and/or rework.
Keep Your Fleet Safety Plans Simple and Accessible
They say less is more. Apply that to your fleet safety practices and you might just find it to be true.
Building Supply Distributors: Taking Control of Jobsite Delivery in Uncertain Times
The cost of materials is up. Along with that increase comes increased complications with delivering those materials to the jobsite.
Construction Materials Prices Jump 0.4% in July
Materials prices are up in nearly all categories except natural gas, which decreased 2.1% in July.
Commercial Construction Faces Challenges in 2026, But Some Cities May Be Safe
Commercial construction faced challenges in 2025. Certain markets are already yielding insight into 2026 trends.
Nonresidential Construction Spending Remained Stagnant in October
On a monthly basis, nonresidential spending was up in 9 of 16 categories, but still lacks momentum overall.
Construction Backlog Indicator Inches Higher in December, Fueled by Data Center Momentum
Two weeks into the new year and data centers are still bolstering backlogs.
MLK Way: Reshoring Philadelphia’s Famous Bridge
The 700-foot Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Bridge in Philadelphia gets a $20.1-million reno.
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