Lumber Holds Steady, Plywood Climbs
Gordian reported an 11% quarterly increase in plywood costs and a 3% increase in pine-board prices.
Executive Insights 2026: Leaders in Surety Bonding
Leaders from top surety agencies answer construction's most concerning questions of the year.
Executive Insights 2026: Leaders in Construction Accounting
Leaders from this year's top construction accounting firms answer industry questions ranging from AI to WIP reporting to underbilling and more.
‘It’s Going to Become More Competitive’: Anirban Basu on Construction Project Market in Q4
Although the Fed just raised interest for the first time since July 2023, Basu is confident the American economy is only getting stronger.
Construction Futures: September 2026 Economic Roundup
Construction input prices jumped up again, jobs were added for the sixth month in a row and more positive news for the construction economy in September.
New Names and Faces: September 2026
Two new Skanska hires, and ABC National office addition, a new engineering practice, and ESOP announcement and more among ABC member companies in September.
Mediation in Construction Disputes: A Practical Guide
A disputed change order or delay claim can put far more than payment at stake, threatening project schedules, working relationships and the time executives need
Smart Radios for Every Construction Worker on a Jobsite Advances Communication Practices and Productivity
Contractors who move to a universal communication device strategy have described the impact the same way: they finally see a version of their projects they never
Building on Progress: An Interview With the Construction Suicide Prevention Week 2026 Steering Committee
"Construction Suicide Prevention Week can be the spark. The real work happens during the other 51 weeks."
How to Avoid Blind Spots When Scaling Your Construction Business
If the shoe no longer fits, size up. The same goes for your business strategy when your construction company grows.
Work Zone Safety Systems and Risk Prevention
Work zone safety fails in the gap between two plans: the one written for public traffic and the one written for the crews and equipment working inside the barrier.
Preparing Contractors for Navigating Community Pushback on Data Center Construction
Owners and project partners should expect tough questions from community members on data center projects.
Skanska Restores Nashville Landmark
Skanska has completed the renovation of Nashville’s historic 145,000-square-foot War Memorial Building.
Gibbs Construction’s Lauren Gibbs
Lauren Gibbs took over ownership of her family's company from her father in 2019. To her, that move felt natural.
Cautious Optimism, Persistent Challenges: AEC Firms Feeling Positive Despite Challenges
AEC firms cautiously optimistic in 2026, according to Grassi.
Gen Z Rethinks Career Paths
As AI reshapes the workforce, Gen Z is turning to the skilled trades as a more secure and financially stable career path than traditional office jobs.
Move on From Heroic Construction Project Operation Models
As contractors scale across more sites, fragmented systems and inconsistent processes are making it harder to maintain visibility into spend, vendors and decision-making.
Meta, ABC Partner
Meta Platforms Inc. and Associated Builders and Contractors have launched America’s Workforce Academy, a $115-million initiative designed to train thousands of
Backlog Holds Strong
Construction backlog edged down in June while contractor confidence in sales and staffing continued to climb
Taste the Music: Coca-Cola Amphitheater in Alabama
The new state-of-the-art Coca-Cola Amphitheater in Birmingham, Alabama.
Construction Futures: August 2026 Economic Roundup
Data centers and contractor hiring both gain momentum in August.