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Executive Insights 2025: Leaders in Construction Technology II
From tools for real-time collaboration to workforce planning and onboarding, industry experts reveal their answers to some specific construction technology questions.
‘Time to Be Human’: Paul Doherty Talks Tech and Architecture
Architect-turned-technologist Paul Doherty believes the construction industry is on the cusp of a transformation—one where drones, smart contracts and even “personified” buildings reshape the way we live and work. But at its core, he says, construction technology is about making us more human, not less.
Construction Job Opening Rate Falls to Lowest Level in Nearly a Decade
In August, construction job openings fell to their lowest rate in almost 10 years.
Construction Futures: September 2025 Economic Roundup
Dwindling jobs, high input prices and an overall economic uncertainty can’t keep contractors down.
Eyes on the Sky: Regulating DJI Drones on Federal and Private Construction Sites
Chinese-manufactured DJI drones comprise an estimated 90% of all UAVs on U.S. construction jobsites. Proposed limitations on their use could have profound ripple effects on safety, cost and productivity across the sector.
Preventing Construction Suicide Still Has a Long Way to Go…
…but it’s getting better everyday
Augmenta Designs Entire Elementary School Electrical System With AI
School is in session, and so is artificial intelligence.
Feature Stories
Co|Laboration at Its Finest: HITT’s Innovation Lab
More than just a research lab, HITT’s innovation facility in Falls Church, Virginia, embodies the innovative spirit of the construction industry and showcases a commitment to a more sustainable future for the built environment.
Construction News
Construction Backlog Stable; Contractors Remain Optimistic, Fueled by Data Center Growth
A report of ABC contractors reveals optimism and data-center project growth.
JE Dunn’s Chris Peck
Chris Peck loves flyfishing, plans to spend his retirement as a professor and is currently the senior vice president of JE Dunn's Dallas office.
Government Shutdown Day Nine: What Contractors Need to Know
An excerpt from ABC's Beltway Blueprint let's contractors know where they stand amidst the ongoing government shutdown.
Bridging Academia and Industry
The 2025 CIB World Building Congress Industry Forum.
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Permitting America to Build
The White House and Congress are advancing permitting reforms aimed at increasing certainty and reducing delays for project owners and contractors.
Construction Futures: August 2025 Economic Roundup
Spending, hiring and overall momentum are down across the construction industry for August 2025.
Building Supply Distributors: Taking Control of Jobsite Delivery in Uncertain Times
The cost of materials is up. Along with that increase comes increased complications with delivering those materials to the jobsite.
Is AI Still Missing From Your Construction Company’s Toolbox?
Research shows AI is getting smarter everyday, yet some construction companies are still hesitant to adopt it.
Building Construction Workforce Stability Through Innovation and Collaboration
While technology is opening a whole new pipeline for recruitment into the construction industry, there still aren’t enough workers to meet demand.
Why Clear Career Paths Are a Strategic Advantage for Construction Company Retention
Cross-training is not just for college athletes. It is also imperative for project managers looking to get ahead or for construction companies looking to boost retention.
Grand Slam: Phillies Partner With NEST to Address Skilled-Labor Shortage
The Philadelphia Phillies and South Jersey-based facilities management firm NEST are stepping up to the plate to tackle labor shortages in the trades and bringing skilled trades education directly to the next generation in a major-league way.
Future-Proofing: Spend Your Money Smarter
The economy is more uncertain than ever, and construction companies may feel the instinct to cut spending as a result. While simply spending less is an option, strategic spending in workforce management can prevent cost leaks and lock in the right skilled labor to keep your company moving forward.
New Names and Faces: September 2025
Construction Executive’s monthly roundup of appointments and promotions amongst ABC member companies.
Contractor to Congress: ABC Safety System Demonstrates Cultural Transformation in Construction
Kweest Group senior manager testifies before Congress on behalf of ABC’s STEP program.
Windsor Door Partners With Miracle League of Arkansas
Since 2023, Windsor Door has partnered with Miracle League of Arkansas to offer the joy of baseball to children and adults with special needs.
Are You Overpromising on Your Construction Contracts? Here’s How to Build With Transparency
Sometimes in construction, it pays to be a cynic.
Legal
Only 20% of Construction Workers Report Injuries Linked to Mental Distress
A study revealed one in five construction workers self-report mental-distress-linked pain and injuries. Are the other four healthy or just toughing it out?
How Safety Training Can Improve Employee Engagement and Retention
A safer workforce is a happier, healthier and more engaged workforce.
How Building Safety Needs Are Advancing Technology Innovations
Joan O’Neil shares her expertise from a career at the International Code Council.
Inside Look: The Career of a Building Safety Professional
Ever considered a career as a building safety professional? Get an inside look at some of the most fulfilling parts of the role.
Well-Insulated: Predict the Unpredictable Construction Costs
Contractors may need to revisit some of the processes in their accounting and financial operations. Here are six strategies for construction companies to insulate against cost increases and mitigate financial risks.
Navigating Construction Risks With the Go-No-Go Process
Weigh your options. Make a pro-con list. Sleep on it. This is simple yet effective advice that can apply to construction projects, too.
A General Contractor’s Guide to Project and Information Risk Management
Avoiding risk when managing a construction project oftentimes boils down to emails and communication.
Finding the Solution to Rising Construction Insurance Premiums
Contractors can thank inflation, materials prices, the skilled-labor shortage and more for their rising insurance premiums, but those premiums can be brought down by taking the right steps.
Supreme Court’s Course Correction on NEPA Already Steering Decisions in Infrastructure Development Cases
How a Colorado court case could set a precedent for minimizing legal infrastructure hurdles.
Unprecedented Times: An Interview Panel With 2025 Top Construction Law Firms
Partners at some of CE’s 2025 Top 50 Construction Law Firms offer perspectives on the state of contract disputes, recent victories worth celebrating and implications of the Trump administration’s changes to the legal landscape.
Meet and Greet: Get Ready for ABC’s 2025 LegCon
Associated Builders and Contractors’ annual Legislative Conference gives members an opportunity to make their voices heard on Capitol Hill.
Executive Insights 2025: Leaders in Construction Law
From tariffs to liquidating assets, leading construction attorneys answer this year’s most pressing questions.
Tools
How Field Technology Is Transforming Construction Jobsites
ABC unveils its fifth annual Tech Report, in collaboration with the ABC Tech Alliance.
Operationalizing Safety: Why It’s Time to Treat Safety Tech Like Your Project Schedule
To effectively integrate safety tech, it should be treated more like a physical construction tool.
Is AI Still Missing From Your Construction Company’s Toolbox?
Research shows AI is getting smarter everyday, yet some construction companies are still hesitant to adopt it.
Tech Support: Building Trust With Your Tech Stack
Whether bidding on a large-scale infrastructure job or working through early design development, construction technology platforms help establish trust from day one.
June Nonresidential Construction Materials Prices Up 2.5% Year-Over-Year, 43% Since February 2020
Construction backlog is back up, but so are input prices for nonresidential construction materials.
Maturity Monitoring Concrete Increases Accuracy and Keeps Jobs on Schedule
Make sure your concrete is tested over time with digital tools that make for faster jobs and safer construction sites.
The Critical Role of Protective Coatings in Modular Construction
Modular construction loses its advantage if built components are damaged during transport. Protect your prefabrication with the proper coating.
Fully Charged: Innovations in Battery Technology
Innovations in battery technology are making construction equipment lighter, more efficient and easier to handle—all while reducing downtime and easing strain on valuable workers.
Construction Materials Prices Up 0.2% in August, Driven by Iron and Steel
Things are looking up—construction materials prices, that is, and iron and steel are mainly to blame.
Construction Futures: July 2025 Economic Roundup
Construction spending is dwindling yet employment is up; materials prices are increasing while backlog is rebounding.
‘It’s Going to All Work Out for America’: Anirban Basu on 2025 Mid-Year Construction Economic Forecast
‘Eventually, it’s going to all work out for America,’ posited ABC Chief Economist Anirban Basu during Construction Executive’s 2025 Mid-Year Construction Economic Update and Forecast webinar.
June Nonresidential Construction Materials Prices Up 2.5% Year-Over-Year, 43% Since February 2020
Construction backlog is back up, but so are input prices for nonresidential construction materials.
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