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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.
Old Military Parachutes Repurposed in Wyoming Monastery Project
This company is redefining construction sustainability by building second chances.
Construction Backlog Indicator Rebounds in February, Contractor Confidence Grows
After a downward start to the year due to construction job losses and materials price increases, contractor confidence and backlog is back up.
More Construction Companies Are Building a Technology-Focused C-Suite
As construction and technology become enmeshed, companies are creating roles dedicated to technology.
Navigating the Challenges of a 2026 Surety Market: The Importance of Financial Management for Contractors
The surety market may seem slow and steady, but every new year presents new challenges.
Construction Loses 11,000 Jobs in February
On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has grown by 42,000 jobs, but it lost 11,000 in February.
Mentoring the Future of the Engineering Workforce
Whether structured or unstructured, there aren’t enough mentor-mentee programs for budding construction professionals, but that’s changing.
Feature Stories
The Road Ahead: Forecasting Construction Spending in 2026
What’s in store for spending on construction in 2026? Economists sift through the good, the bad and the ugly signals for the new year.
Construction News
Five Lessons From Launching a New Construction Office Location Across State Lines
Whether opening a new construction firm for the first time or branching off from a larger headquarters, there are fundamentals to every business pursuit.
New Names and Faces: March 2026
March's round up of promotions, appointments and awards amongst ABC member companies.
Labor Shortages in Construction: Managing Legal and Operational Risks
Labor shortages can make labor contracts (and resulting audits) all the more complicated.
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.
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Five Lessons From Launching a New Construction Office Location Across State Lines
Whether opening a new construction firm for the first time or branching off from a larger headquarters, there are fundamentals to every business pursuit.
ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator Falls to Four-Year Low in January; Contractor Confidence Grows
ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator is tracking a steady decline.
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.
Workforce Crunch Ahead: Construction Labor Demand Outpaces Supply
The U.S. construction industry needs 349,000 new workers by 2026 to address labor shortages and balance supply and demand.
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.
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.
Top-Performing 2026 Construction Companies Named by ABC
ABC officially announces its 2026 Top Performers list, presented by Construction Executive.
Workforce Crunch Ahead: Construction Labor Demand Outpaces Supply
The U.S. construction industry needs 349,000 new workers by 2026 to address labor shortages and balance supply and demand.
A New Vision for Safety: Construction Safety Week’s Five-Year Plan
“Recognize, Respond and Respect”: This year’s Construction Safety Week theme focuses on the shared responsibility of maintaining top-notch safety standards across every project phase.
Backpack Builders: The Annual Arizona Builders Alliance Backpack Drive
The Arizona Builders Alliance is back at it with its annual drive to collect and distribute backpacks and school supplies to underprivileged children in the state.
‘Time to Be Human’: Paul Doherty Talks Tech and Architecture
Architect-turned-technologist Paul Doherty believes the construction industry is on the cusp of a transformation—one where drones, smart contracts and even “personified” buildings reshape the way we live and work. But at its core, he says, construction technology is about making us more human, not less.
Preventing Construction Suicide Still Has a Long Way to Go…
…but it’s getting better everyday
Legal
Recognize: A Construction Safety Week Technical Bulletin
A Construction Safety Week Bulletin: Recognize high energy, high hazard and STCKY activities.
Construction Safety Risks Rise Amid Economic Uncertainty
Invest in safety prevention today to save money (and lives) tomorrow.
Preventing Construction Suicide Still Has a Long Way to Go…
…but it’s getting better everyday
Only 20% of Construction Workers Report Injuries Linked to Mental Distress
A study revealed one in five construction workers self-report mental-distress-linked pain and injuries. Are the other four healthy or just toughing it out?
Construction Safety Risks Rise Amid Economic Uncertainty
Invest in safety prevention today to save money (and lives) tomorrow.
Navigating Construction Risks With the Go-No-Go Process
Weigh your options. Make a pro-con list. Sleep on it. This is simple yet effective advice that can apply to construction projects, too.
A General Contractor’s Guide to Project and Information Risk Management
Avoiding risk when managing a construction project oftentimes boils down to emails and communication.
Finding the Solution to Rising Construction Insurance Premiums
Contractors can thank inflation, materials prices, the skilled-labor shortage and more for their rising insurance premiums, but those premiums can be brought down by taking the right steps.
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.
‘It’s Going to All Work Out for America’: Anirban Basu on 2025 Mid-Year Construction Economic Forecast
‘Eventually, it’s going to all work out for America,’ posited ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu during Construction Executive’s 2025 Mid-Year Construction Economic Update and Forecast webinar.
ABC Praises Final Passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill
The One Big Beautiful Bill passes both the Senate and the House.
ABC Applauds Senate Passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill
After a record-breaking vote-a-rama in the senate, the One Big Beautiful Bill passes.
Tools
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.
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.
Tech Partnerships Paving the Way for Innovation in Construction
As a leading builder of commercial, residential and student housing in the Southeast United States, Juneau Construction Company is always up against the clock—but Buildots’ technology is helping them turn back time with an innovative and intricate contech partnership.
Analyzing the Benefits of Exoskeleton Use on Construction Jobsites
Like AI, exoskeletons are no long some far-off tech fantasy. They’re very real and so are their benefits on construction jobsites.
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.
Maturity Monitoring Concrete Increases Accuracy and Keeps Jobs on Schedule
Make sure your concrete is tested over time with digital tools that make for faster jobs and safer construction sites.
The Critical Role of Protective Coatings in Modular Construction
Modular construction loses its advantage if built components are damaged during transport. Protect your prefabrication with the proper coating.
Fully Charged: Innovations in Battery Technology
Innovations in battery technology are making construction equipment lighter, more efficient and easier to handle—all while reducing downtime and easing strain on valuable workers.
Adaptive Reuse Projects Abounded in 2025
The buildings of some the country’s most iconic companies were once used for something else.
Call the Dr.: Swinerton and Dr. Dre Transform Compton High School
Swinerton Builders transformed Compton High School into Los Angeles’ coolest campus, replacing tired buildings with high-tech classrooms and shiny new athletic facilities—plus a state-of-the-art performing arts center funded by Compton’s own Dr. Dre.
News Briefs: September-October 2025
U.S. Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Hawaii addresses infrastructure needs at Pearl Harbor; construction ventures driven mainly by AI.
Construction Job Opening Rate Falls to Lowest Level in Nearly a Decade
In August, construction job openings fell to their lowest rate in almost 10 years.
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The Construction Jobsite of the Future
Hear from leaders in construction and technology on how global trends, workforce evolution and emerging innovations are converging to reshape the industry. This session will provide a global forward-looking perspective on what’s ahead and how companies can prepare to stay competitive with the leading voices from construction, innovation, technology and the association perspective.
AI and Automation in the Construction Industry
This webinar will explain how top firms embrace AI and automation and what this means for their future. Whether you’re just starting to use AI and automation or looking to expand on your firm’s edge, this session is packed with insights to help your construction business innovate and thrive.
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.