Operation Preparation: Industry Experts Speak on Disaster Prep and Recovery Efforts as Hurricane Season Comes to a Close
Water is one of the most destructive sources on the planet—natural or manmade. Oftentimes, the construction industry has to learn the hard way—after disaster
Augmenta Designs Entire Elementary School Electrical System With AI
School is in session, and so is artificial intelligence.
Building an Entrepreneur: How a Construction Company Owner Founded a Franchise Business
This is how Brian Robinson went from the Great Recession to owning his own construction company and building three great franchise locations.
Going Ballistic: The New Ballistics Testing Facility at Texas A&M
They say everything’s bigger in Texas, and the state’s new ballistics-testing facility proves that to be true. Bartlett Cocke helped build the half-kilometer
An Apple a Day: Carhartt’s Inaugural Steel Apple Awards
Carhartt’s inaugural Steel Apple Awards honor teachers in the construction industry with $10,000, and their students with brand new gear.
Lead by Learning: ABC’s 2025 Young Professional of the Year Ray Wallace
With a nearly 10-year U.S. Army career and over 10 years in the construction industry, Ray Wallace knows a thing or two about hard work—and as a testament to that
I’ll Take This Project to Go: Building a Theater Onsite
A new style of platform seating is innovating how theaters in the revolving door of Las Vegas show biz prep their spaces for performances.
Manifest Destiny: How a New Assessment Is Helping Construction Workers Control Their Career Paths
‘Let 'em build careers.’ That’s what Jeff Rashall, vice president of construction at Burns & McDonnell, says of the company’s new recruitment and retention
This All-Girl Inspired Construction Recruitment Program Is Changing Lives
Can you ever have too many construction recruitment programs designed for females?
Planning for the Human Factor in Construction Project Safety
New construction technology is helping construction companies predict, plan for and embrace the human factor—both risks and rewards—on jobsites.
Power Balance: How Lorena Carrillo Balances Her Role as Project Engineer With Her Passion for Bodybuilding
As if being a female in the construction industry wasn’t enough of a challenge, one woman pursues a side passion in the gym when she’s off the jobsite.
Family Business of the Future: Ohio Construction Business Goes Woman-Owned
After suffering a tragic loss, Katie Kafarakis assumes control of her family's construction company sooner than expected. Her brother would be proud.
From the Ground Up: How ABC Keynoter Saved Himself From Financial Ruin
‘Creativity without discipline is like a river without banks.’ As a former financial broker who personally faced financial devastation, Erik Wahl has perfected
A Man With a Plan: 2025 ABC National Chair David Pugh
2025 ABC National Chair David Pugh has made his way from the sandbox in his backyard to the stage in Las Vegas—just like he planned. He now has plans to guide
Robot Takeover: New Wall-Scaling Robots Are Saving Construction Companies Time, Product and Personnel
Safe to say, wall-scaling robots are gaining popularity in the slow-to-adopt-technology construction industry, and it might just be for the very reason people claim
A National Chair’s Work Is Never Done: A Farewell Interview With Buddy Henley
Buddy Henley reflects on his year of service as 2024 ABC National Chair, and prepares for another great year ahead and to pass the baton to David Pugh.
Drawing the Future Faces of Construction
Construction-themed children’s books have been hitting the scene in recent years, aiming to introduce young people to the wonders of the industry. The National
How Contractors Can Ensure Compliance With Security Measures for Concert Venues
Safety and security may not sound very rock ‘n roll, but they are what ensure the show goes on. Despite contractors’ best efforts, sometimes initial safety and
Recession No More: 2025 Construction Economic Forecast Yields Positive Outlook
No recession in 2025? Anirban Basu seems optimistic about the state of the construction economy at year's end.
What You Need to Know About the Dirt World
Now in its second year, there is no terrible-twos phase for the construction industry’s newest workforce conference, the Dirt World Summit.
Ultimate Building Champ: How Justin Wren Went From Professional Fighter to Nonprofit Builder
‘If you think you’re too small to make a difference, try spending a night in a closed room with a mosquito.’ That Swahili proverb struck a chord with Justin