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ABC’s Construction Backlog Indicator Plummets in August; Contractor Confidence Down

by ABC | Sep 21, 2021
Economy | Markets

Associated Builders and Contractors reported that its Construction Backlog Indicator fell sharply to 7.7 months in August, according to an ABC member survey conducted Aug. 19 to Sept. 1.

Evolutionary Theory: Prefabrication’s Transformation of the Industry

by Rachel E. Pelovitz | Sep 16, 2021
Features | Markets | Project Management

Contractors consider the pros, cons and future implications of utilizing off-site, modular and prefab construction methods. Where are you on your prefabrication journey?

Construction Cost Indicators for 14 Markets

by Construction Executive | Sep 14, 2021
Economy | Markets

Rider Levett Bucknall has released its “Quarterly Cost Report” for Q2 of 2021, which features cost information for 14 markets in the United States and Canada.

Wisconsin and Michigan Work Toward Solar Legislation

by Construction Executive | Sep 14, 2021
Legislation | Markets

The Michigan Municipal League joined with the Michigan Community Solar Alliance to support bipartisan legislation allowing community solar projects in Michigan.

Global Projects Report Available From InEight

by Construction Executive | Sep 14, 2021
Economy | Markets

InEight has released its first annual “Global Capital Projects Outlook.” The document uses survey data from 300 of the world’s largest capital project owners and contractor construction professionals.

Hotel Investment Activity Hits $30 Billion in H1

by Construction Executive | Sep 14, 2021
Economy | Markets

JLL’s Hotels and Hospitality Group reported investment activity for the first half of 2021 at $30 billion, inclusive of entity-level deals, with a gust of optimism for the industry as investors show signs of increased activity.

Five Alternative Payment Methods for Subcontractors

by Chris Doyle | Sep 14, 2021
Accounting | Finance | Markets

Without access to capital, day-to-day operations are under threat, and plans to grow come to a disorienting halt. Prioritizing getting approved for financing will provide a layer of security when things inevitably take a turn.

NWiR and NCCER Announce Collaboration to Promote Roofing Industry

by Construction Executive | Sep 13, 2021
Commercial | Markets

National Women in Roofing (NWiR) and NCCER announced a formal agreement to mutually support each other’s organizations as they both seek to promote the roofing industry
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