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Which Construction Technology Investments Actually Move the Needle on Profitability?
Feeling bogged down by all the new choices for construction technology? Don’t feel pressured to adopt them all.
Fleet Safety as a Business Strategy for Construction Companies
From hiring and onboarding new drivers to managing the aftermath of an accident, fleet safety steps should never be taken lightly.
The Role of Ergonomics in Preventing Soft Tissue Injuries for Construction Pros Behind the Desk
If sitting is the new smoking, some construction companies may need to take a loot at their in-office ergonomics.
How to Guard Your Construction Workforce Against Falls
Falls are still a leading cause of fatalities among construction workers, yet they’re mostly preventable.
How Construction’s Risks, Opportunities and Insurance Options Shape up for 2026
Between materials costs increasing and the workforce shortage persisting, alternative construction insurance may help fill the gaps.
How Contractors Can Maximize Equipment Value Without Over-Owning Assets
Telematics for construction can tell you exactly which piece of heavy equipment to buy, how often to use it, how best to take care of it and more.
Oil Prices Contribute to March Surge in Construction Materials Prices
“Construction materials prices surged in March and are now up 4.8% year over year, the largest annual increase since January 2023,” said ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu.
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Confidence in a Clear Path: ABC’s 2026 Top Performing Contractors
ABC’s Top Performers represent the industry’s elite—contractors proven to lead in safety, quality and workforce excellence, earning top credentials while delivering high-performing projects, developing talent and setting the pace for construction’s future.
Construction News
Construction Futures: April 2026 Economic Roundup
A healthier job market, stagnant spending and a reopened strait send mixed messages about April's construction economy.
New Names and Faces: April 2026
From board of director hires to opening new offices to promotions and new hires, ABC member companies have been making moves in April.
Safeguarding Your Privileged Construction Information With a Clawback Agreement
Attorney-client privilege is a critical protection to safeguard your interests, especially your construction interests.
Data Management Systems in Construction Projects
In construction projects, data management systems have become the central mechanism for controlling how information is structured, accessed, and used to drive accurate, real-time decision-making.
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2026 Top Business Risks for Construction and Engineering Companies
The top business risks of 2026 as cited by construction and engineering companies all have one thing in common.
Selective Growth: FMI’s 2026 North American Engineering & Construction Outlook
Construction activity in North America is expected to stabilize but grow modestly in 2026.
Private Nonresidential Construction Slows for Fourth Straight Month in January Despite Jump in Data Center Spending
WASHINGTON, March 23—Total nonresidential construction spending was virtually unchanged in January, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data published by the U.S. Census Bureau. On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential...
The Complete Guide to Construction Accounting
Accounting for construction requires a bit more nuance and attention to detail than your average accounting. View the complete guide to job costing, WIP and more below.
Performance Appraisals & Phrases For Dummies
A Construction Executive Book Club review of Ken Lloyd’s For Dummies installment.
Wiring the AI Economy: Construction Spending on Data Centers
Explosive growth in data center construction is straining labor markets, reshaping policy debates and accelerating technology adoption across the construction industry.
Labor Shortages in Construction: Managing Legal and Operational Risks
Labor shortages can make labor contracts (and resulting audits) all the more complicated.
Construction Hiring Remained Slow in January
Recent BLS JOLTS data reveals slow construction hiring in January.
Industrial Canvas: Turning Hard Hats Into Artwork
Detroit-based commercial contractor Sachse Construction is bringing together builders, makers and artists with its annual art auction as part of its mission to improve both workforce development and the lives of Detroit youth.
Connected and Protected: Digital Safety Tools for Construction
The “2025 Construction Industry Safety Challenges Report” examines how safety performance is being influenced by labor pressures, cost challenges and the adoption of emerging technologies.
Family First: ABC’s 2026 National Chair Thomas Murphy
Long before he was “Murph” at Associated Builders and Contractors, Thomas Murphy was the fourth of five siblings growing up in Buffalo, New York. Close to his family then—and now—Murphy hopes to bring that same sense of connection to ABC as its 2026 national chair. As he puts it, “ABC is all about relationships.”
For Good: Johnson Controls Invests in Community College Partnership Program
Johnson Controls is defying industry limits—and proving that no good deed goes unnoticed—with an additional $3-million investment in its Community College Partnership Program to help close the skilled trades gap across 30 community colleges.
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The Role of Ergonomics in Preventing Soft Tissue Injuries for Construction Pros Behind the Desk
If sitting is the new smoking, some construction companies may need to take a loot at their in-office ergonomics.
Frontline Leadership Under Pressure: Strengthening Supervisor Support to Improve Safety and Performance
Construction supervisors have always carried the burden of significant responsibility. Today, that responsibility is expanding while the tolerance for error continues to shrink.
The Hierarchy of Energy Control: The Cornerstone of Direct Controls in Construction
‘The hierarchy of energy control’ may sound like a term that belongs in the laboratory, but it is just as applicable to the jobsite.
Recognize: A Construction Safety Week Technical Bulletin
A Construction Safety Week Bulletin: Recognize high energy, high hazard and STCKY activities.
Executive Insights 2026: Leaders in Surety Bonding and Insurance
Leading experts in surety bonding and insurance share their top insights for contractors.
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.
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.
Balancing the Right to Repair With Evidence Preservation in Construction Defect Litigation
Neither owner nor tenant desires construction related litigation, but should it arise, here are some tips for preserving evidence and moving forward.
Return of the Quorum: New NLRB Confirmations Secure Quorum and General Counsel
A new era is emerging for the National Labor Relations Board following a recently approved en bloc nominations package from the U.S. Senate.
Tariffs Drive Construction Materials Prices Up 2.8% in 2025
Construction materials prices increased 2.8% last year, with natural gas up a whopping 34.8%.
House Passes ABC-Supported Permitting Reform Legislation
ABC supported two permitting reform bills, which just passed a vote in the U.S. House.
Tools
DEWALT Unveils New Drilling Robot Designed for Data Centers
Dewalt unveils a first-of-its-kind robot that may soon be working overtime.
Decentralized AI: A Faster Path to Construction Productivity Gains
AI a la cart. Some construction leaders are experimenting—successfully—with a decentralized AI strategy.
Data Center Surge: Pre-Developed Space Already 90% Leased
Over 90% of data center space in development has already been leased—that’s before it’s even been built.
Pivotal Moment: Reaching a Turning Point in the Construction Labor Shortage
While technology is opening a whole new pipeline for recruitment into the construction industry, there still aren’t enough workers to meet demand.
Powering Up: How Sentry Equipment Has Lasted 100 Years in Manufacturing and What It Has Planned for 100 More
Never tell Sentry Equipment the odds—the 100-year-old manufacturer is breaking into new sectors, buying into new tech and building itself up on a base of old-world values.
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.
Rising Debate: Proprietary Versus Non-Proprietary Elevator Equipment
Independent elevator companies are leveraging owner options, lower long-term costs, and supplier and equipment choice to compete against major proprietary brands. Who will come out on top?
Selective Growth: FMI’s 2026 North American Engineering & Construction Outlook
Construction activity in North America is expected to stabilize but grow modestly in 2026.
Adaptive Reuse Projects Abounded in 2025
The buildings of some the country’s most iconic companies were once used for something else.
We Have to Get This Done: Data Centers, Interest Rates and More Primed to Exacerbate Labor Shortage
ABC’s latest workforce shortage analysis should be a wake-up call to Congress and the impetus for implementation of a market-based worker visa system.
Migration Station: FENIX Museum Mixes Family History With Fresh Starts
The FENIX Museum of Migration in the port city of Rotterdam mixes industrial architecture with whimsy and hope.
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AI and Automation in the Construction Industry
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Effectively Managing Subcontractors in an Evolving Landscape
Learn the key pain points of construction finance professionals and how they are solving them through technology adoption. Understand the process for selecting the best software and what the proper steps are implanting and training your finance staff and subcontractors.
Construction Executive’s 2026 Construction Economic Update and Forecast
Join ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu on Dec. 10 at 2 p.m. ET (11 a.m. PT) for the 2026 Construction Economic Update and Forecast.
Construction Executive’s 2026 Q1 Construction Economic Update and Forecast
Join ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu on April 8 at 2 p.m. ET (11 a.m. PT) for the 2026 Construction Economic Update and Forecast.
Unlocking Profit Potential: A Masterclass in Construction Work in Progress
This deep dive into work-in-progress reporting is designed to help you maximize profits and gain better control over ongoing projects. Learn best practices to track WIP accurately and avoid common pitfalls that can impact your bottom line.
Rethinking Job and Cash Forecasting in Construction Finance
In today’s volatile construction market, weak job and cash forecasting has become a business risk—impacting margins, liquidity, and lender confidence. Join Dodge Construction Network’s Sarah Martin and Western Allied Mechanical’s Ally Tinebra for a practical, playbook-driven session on strengthening forecast accuracy, improving visibility, and building more resilient financial performance.