Construction Futures: August 2026 Economic Roundup
Data centers and contractor hiring both gain momentum in August.
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Living in a Material World: The Evolution of Building Methods and Materials Over Time
How did building methods and materials evolve from using stone, mortar, wet sand and wooden levers to build the pyramids to autonomous vehicles, remote jobsite monitoring, self-sensing concrete and more?
The 5% Problem: What Separates Winning Bidders From Everyone Else
Missed it by that much: Losing a bid by a narrow margin doesn't always point to budget problems.
Executive Insights 2026: Leaders in Construction Law
From payment disputes to contract negotiations to legal and regulatory trends, top construction law experts answer industry questions.
Hanging Out: Massive Renovation at Hangar One
The ambitious design-build rehabilitation of Hangar One preserved one of America’s most iconic aviation sites while preparing it for a new era of use through engineering innovation and early collaboration.
Trump Administration Unfortunately Continues to Defend Biden-Era Davis-Bacon Rule
The Trump administration has still yet to fully repeal the Biden-era Davis-Bacon rule.
Risk Reset: Concerns Top of Mind for Top Construction Law Firms
Construction’s biggest legal challenges have changed. Here’s what top attorneys from some of CE's Top 50 Construction Law Firms say contractors should prepare for next, from cost volatility to AI innovation and beyond.
New Names and Faces: August 2026
Breeden Construction boasts a new award winner, Blank Rome welcomes a new partner and Sims Crane has a new CFO.
