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Data Centers Power Construction Job Growth in September

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2—The construction industry added 11,000 jobs on net in September, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a year-over-year basis, industry [...]

Data Center Construction Spending Growing at 149% Annualized Pace Since March

“Frankly, it’s becoming difficult to contextualize the size and speed of this boom," says Anirban Basu. "Data center construction spending leapt another 7.5% in August."

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Turning Hype Into ROI: Practical AI Applications for Midsized Contractors

The AI adoption market is set to near $40 billion in the next eight years; and North America already accounts for close to half of that sum.

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Connected Rental Technology Is Reshaping Construction Operations

Connected equipment, smart solutions and open platforms are giving contractors new ways to improve fleet planning, jobsite safety and project efficiency.

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Smart Buildings Are Still Analog in the Face of Major Emergencies

In a large multifamily, commercial or mixed-use development, thousands of people may need to make decisions at the same time without having the same information.

Smart Radios for Every Construction Worker on a Jobsite Advances Communication Practices and Productivity

Contractors who move to a universal communication device strategy have described the impact the same way: they finally see a version of their projects they never had access to before.

Work Zone Safety Systems and Risk Prevention

by Construction Executive | Sep 11, 2026
Technology | Workforce Management

Work zone safety fails in the gap between two plans: the one written for public traffic and the one written for the crews and equipment working inside the barrier.

A security guard in a yellow hard hat and high-visibility vest marked "Security" overseeing an active construction jobsite with cranes and heavy equipment at sunset.

Jobsite Security: The Core Equipment Needed to Secure Isolated Projects

By combining surveillance cameras, effective communication devices, a physical onsite security presence and proper fencing, you can effectively keep your project secure.

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Data Centers Power Construction Job Growth in September

Data Center Construction Spending Growing at 149% Annualized Pace Since March

Turning Hype Into ROI: Practical AI Applications for Midsized Contractors

Connected Rental Technology Is Reshaping Construction Operations

Smart Buildings Are Still Analog in the Face of Major Emergencies

Smart Radios for Every Construction Worker on a Jobsite Advances Communication Practices and Productivity

Work Zone Safety Systems and Risk Prevention

Jobsite Security: The Core Equipment Needed to Secure Isolated Projects

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