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Texas A&M is breaking ground on a $226 million Semiconductor Institute building to develop semiconductor research and education programs. The project is funded through the Texas CHIPS Act, a 2023 state initiative designed to attract semiconductor investment and strengthen industry workforce development.
John Deere is recalling nearly 50 additional laid-off workers back to work, with over 300 U.S. employees rehired since January as market conditions improve. The equipment manufacturer's workforce expansion signals growing demand in the construction and agriculture sectors.
Project abandonments in construction jumped 22.8% month-over-month in March due to economic strain from the Iran war and rising oil prices. The spike reflects how geopolitical events and energy costs directly impact construction project viability and investment decisions.
Gail Sullivan, founder of Studio G Architects in Boston, acknowledges that conditions for women in construction have improved but says more progress is needed to increase female representation on jobsites. The veteran architect is advocating for continued efforts to bring more women into the construction workforce.
Industry leaders share their predictions and advice for contractors navigating surety bonding and insurance in 2026. The insights cover key trends and strategies contractors should watch as market conditions evolve.
360-degree site capture technology creates comprehensive visual documentation of construction projects to protect contractors in potential legal disputes. This documentation approach is becoming standard practice on modern job sites for risk management and liability protection.
Allu's new Concrete Bucket attachment lets excavators in the 55,000- to 100,000-pound range crush concrete and brick on-site up to 11.8 inches thick. The bucket eliminates the need for separate crushing equipment, improving job site efficiency.
MEC has launched a new 9-ton carry-deck crane with a 46-foot sheave height, 360-degree visibility, and climate-controlled cab, while also introducing new boom and scissor lift models. The product expansion gives contractors additional lifting and positioning options for job sites.
Caterpillar is expanding its next-generation motor grader lineup with the new 150 and 160 models, joining the previously released 120 and 140. The new graders feature redesigned cabs, improved operator comfort, increased power, and additional standard features.
A federal appeals court has cleared the way for White House ballroom construction to resume this week after a three-judge panel ruled the work can proceed. The court directed the lower court to evaluate national security concerns related to halting the construction project.
College facilities maintenance backlogs reached record levels, with deferred capital projects increasing 8% year-over-year according to Gordian's latest facilities report. The growing repair and renovation queue signals mounting pressure on institutions to address aging infrastructure with limited budgets.
Suffolk has been selected as construction manager for a $1.2B student housing development and will employ modular stacking construction methods to improve precision and accelerate project delivery. This approach represents an alternative building technique designed to streamline construction timelines and reduce on-site variability.
Construction's economic indicators are softening outside of AI-driven projects, signaling a potential slowdown ahead. While the current boom may continue near-term, industry fundamentals suggest headwinds are building.
Contractors pursuing rapid growth need to ensure their operations, systems, and teams are properly aligned to handle expansion—otherwise inefficiencies and problems emerge. The article emphasizes the importance of having a solid foundation and strategic planning before scaling up.
Construction teams can save time on material takeoffs by outsourcing to professional services while maintaining control over critical decisions through a hybrid approach. This balanced method lets crews focus on core work without sacrificing accuracy or project oversight.
Excel remains the dominant spreadsheet tool across architecture, engineering, and construction firms despite its limitations. The article explores why companies continue relying on Excel and what alternative software solutions could potentially replace it.
AI infrastructure development is driving rapid data center construction, but owners and contractors need to thoroughly understand their contracts to manage the risks involved. Construction attorneys emphasize that careful contract review is essential as demand for these projects continues to grow.