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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.
Blank Canvas: Reflecting on 2025 and Preparing for 2026
2025 gave the construction industry much food for thought.
Steeling the Construction Industry
Steel prices are on an average decline since their pandemic-era uptick.
Moving the Needle: Advanced Analytics in Construction
Making business decisions with your gut can only get you so far. While experience can help you make quick choices, your intuition can’t replace cold, hard facts.
Building for the Boom: Of Data Centers, That Is
It seems data-center construction is propping up most of the industry’s economy.
Willmar Electric Service’s David Chapin
Nearly a decade since his tenure as ABC National Chair, what is David Chapin doing?
High-Risk Construction Projects Demand Specialized Insurance
Today’s construction projects are riskier than ever and often not covered by traditional insurance.
Feature Stories
Wonder of the World: Nat Geo’s New Museum of Exploration
The newest wonder of the world might just be in Downtown D.C., in the form of National Geographic’s Museum of Exploration.
Construction News
Moving the Needle: Advanced Analytics in Construction
Making business decisions with your gut can only get you so far. While experience can help you make quick choices, your intuition can’t replace cold, hard facts.
Willmar Electric Service’s David Chapin
Nearly a decade since his tenure as ABC National Chair, what is David Chapin doing?
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.
Connective Tissue: Keep Teams Connected With Modern ERPs
Outdated ERPs are holding construction back. Here’s how modernization builds resilience by keeping teams connected across the organization.
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Business and Culture
What Buyers Really See in Your Financial Statements—And How to Make Them Count
Before you sell, merge or acquire, you better get your story—and your finances—straight.
Connective Tissue: Keep Teams Connected With Modern ERPs
Outdated ERPs are holding construction back. Here’s how modernization builds resilience by keeping teams connected across the organization.
Data Centers, Tariffs, Inflation, Oh My: Anirban Basu on Construction Economy at Year’s End
According to audience poll responses, contractors today are worried about insufficient demand for their construction services—a stark contrast from just a couple months ago.
Construction Job Openings Remain ‘Extraordinarily Low’ in October
Recent JOLTS data reveals and decrease in construction job openings by 18,000 this month.
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.
Construction Employment Rebounds in September
Post-shutdown data still isn’t in, but the construction workforce looked strong in September.
Move Over Bob, Construction Is for Girls!
More and more construction recruitment programs are targeting young women. Why is this one different?
Executive Insights 2025: Leaders in Construction Technology II
From tools for real-time collaboration to workforce planning and onboarding, industry experts reveal their answers to some specific construction technology questions.
Willmar Electric Service’s David Chapin
Nearly a decade since his tenure as ABC National Chair, what is David Chapin doing?
New Names and Faces: November 2025
Construction Executive’s monthly roundup of appointments and promotions amongst ABC member companies.
Contractor Turns Former Sears Into Interim High School Following Palisades Wildfires
After the devastating Los Angeles wildfires this January, Pali Charter High School students not only needed new homes but a new place to learn.
Mission First, People Always: Military Veterans Drive Safety Culture in Engineering and Construction
‘Give veterans a chance. They’ll do the rest.’ Former fighter pilot and current construction VP John Bolt emphasizes the importance of hiring for character.
Legal
Recognize and Respond: Narcan Training to Combat Opioid Overdose in Construction
Skanska hosted Be Well Texas for a workshop on how to recognize the symptoms of opioid overdose and administer life-saving Narcan.
Why Hurricane Preparedness Isn’t About the Property
As Hurricane Melissa made landfall this week as a category five storm, it serves as a stark reminder to the construction industry to always be prepared, even at the end of storm season.
So You Want to Build a Safety Plan
Not all construction company safety plans are created equal—nor should they be.
Why the Total Recordable Incident Rate Doesn’t Tell the Whole Safety Story
A total recordable incident rate of zero isn’t necessarily a good thing—or a real thing.
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?
Construction Safety Risks Rise Amid Economic Uncertainty
Invest in safety prevention today to save money (and lives) tomorrow.
Operation Preparation: Industry Experts Speak on Disaster Prep and Recovery Efforts as Hurricane Season Comes to a Close
Water is one of the most destructive sources on the planet—natural or manmade. Oftentimes, the construction industry has to learn the hard way—after disaster strikes—how best to address that disaster in the future. This year, preparation is priority.
Four Steps to Effectively Manage Rising Risk of Construction Liability Claims
Liability claims in construction are increasing in frequency and complexity. Make sure your company is prepared to wade through the legal waters.
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.
Government Shutdown Puts Added Burdens on Federal Contractors
It has officially been two weeks since the government shut down, and federal contractors are feeling it.
Government Shutdown Day Nine: What Contractors Need to Know
An excerpt from ABC’s Beltway Blueprint let’s contractors know where they stand amidst the ongoing government shutdown.
Permitting America to Build
The White House and Congress are advancing permitting reforms aimed at increasing certainty and reducing delays for project owners and contractors.
Tools
Connective Tissue: Keep Teams Connected With Modern ERPs
Outdated ERPs are holding construction back. Here’s how modernization builds resilience by keeping teams connected across the organization.
Contech for Christmas: What Technologies Contractors Are Seeking Most at Year’s End
Construction technology is evolving faster than ever, and as contech gets more complex, customization becomes more important. Some contractors are scrambling to get their hands on the best products for their companies—but a tailored approach may be a better (and safer) fit.
How AI Is Advancing Design-Build Processes in Construction
Artificial intelligence is reshaping modern construction. Here is one Florida company’s experience.
Why Midsized Construction Firms Need Strategic AI Leadership
Construction companies come in all shapes and sizes. Thankfully, so do construction-focused artificial intelligence platforms.
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.
How Construction Fleets Can Overcome Change Management Challenges
The fundamentals may not be glamorous, but they are foundational for keeping your fleet running smoothly, especially during times of change.
June Nonresidential Construction Materials Prices Up 2.5% Year-Over-Year, 43% Since February 2020
Construction backlog is back up, but so are input prices for nonresidential construction materials.
Tariffed Construction Materials Prices Rise in May
The tariffs are taking effect—and materials prices are reflecting that.
New Ballpark Will Be a Home Run: The Carolina Mudcats Move to Wilson, North Carolina
North Carolina-based Clancy & Theys is building a brand-new home for the Carolina Mudcats, complete with luxury amenities, high-tech training facilities and a healthy dose of nostalgia.
Going Underground May Save Contractors Time, Money and Energy: The Upside of Geothermal Heating and Cooling in Construction
LEED standardization in construction is going underground—that is, to find new sources of energy.
Dirty Work: Waste Management on Construction Jobsites
To keep projects on track, having the right partnerships is key. Start with waste management.
Walking on Water: Seattle’s News Overlook Walk
The new Overlook Walk at the historic Seattle Waterfront Park.
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