ABC's Construction Backlog Indicator fell to 7.8 months in April, the series’ lowest reading since the third quarter of 2012. Yet, companies express positive hiring expectations for the remainder of the year.
How Famous Buildings Around the World Consider Wind Loads
In this new age, buildings are not only getting taller to save space, but also becoming complex icons of society that define art and culture. As architects and engineers are building intricate and challenging designs, using innovative simulation solutions for analyzing wind effects is essential.
Many Contractors Concerned About Longer-Term Impacts of Crisis, Survey Reveals
A new study shows two-thirds of the industry is already experiencing project delays, 87% expect to see their businesses impacted in the next three months and very few believe insurance will likely provide a sufficient backstop to the challenges they face.
Nonresidential Construction Spending Falls Slightly in March, Says ABC
National nonresidential construction spending fell 0.1% in March and is up 2.0% compared to the same time last year, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data published by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Sustainable Building Materials Are At All-Time Low—Or Are They?
The notion of sustainable and green building isn’t going away; it’s getting smarter, with more defined purpose and intention.
New Building Programs Focus on Occupant Wellness
Building programs focused on wellness have succeeded LEED as the next trend for construction programs to improve the health and wellness of individuals and the communities where they work.
When COVID-19 Abates, Excavation Damages Are Likely to Rise
Construction has felt the effects of COVID-19 as much as any other industry, but light may be on the horizon. When activity resumes, it will inevitably mean a threat to thousands of underground facilities.
Climate Change and Construction: How Businesses Can Play Their Part
With climate movements gaining traction and public groups calling for more eco-conscious behaviors, here’s how the construction industry can develop more eco-friendly habits.










