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Digital transformation tools now enable construction managers to monitor projects in real time from initial planning through project completion. Real-time operational control systems allow teams to manage jobsite activities and track progress throughout the entire project lifecycle.
Revolution Wind's 700-MW offshore project in Rhode Island has begun delivering power as the third operational offshore wind farm in the U.S. Vineyard Wind 1, a larger 800-MW facility off Massachusetts, has finished construction and is the largest completed offshore wind project to date.
AI chatbots can generate convincing but inaccurate reports that create lasting liability problems for construction projects. Construction firms need to be cautious about relying on AI-generated analyses without human verification, as errors can have long-term consequences.
Georgia is moving forward with a $4.6 billion public-private partnership to design, build, and maintain a 16-mile toll road on SR400. A consortium led by Acciona Concessions, ACS Infrastructure, and Meridiam will deliver the project under a 56-year partnership agreement.
Contractors can protect their workers from soft tissue injuries by applying ergonomic principles when handling heavy equipment. Proper ergonomics reduces strain and injury risk on job sites, making it a key safety practice for construction crews.
Apartment construction starts increased in January both compared to the previous month and year-over-year, providing a boost to the broader residential building sector. The uptick signals continued demand in multifamily housing development.
Companies are using mobile tools to collect safety data on job sites, allowing them to spot hazards and prevent accidents before they occur. This proactive approach relies on leading indicators rather than waiting for incidents to happen.
Suffolk and other contractors are adopting Arrowsight, a video safety review platform that uses AI and big data to improve jobsite safety. The technology analyzes construction site footage to identify hazards and safety issues in real time.
Turner Construction is building an 11-story, 600,000 square foot patient facility and expanded emergency department for Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre as part of a $900M expansion project. The vertical construction approach will modernize the hospital's capacity and services.
Construction supervisors face mounting responsibility and pressure as project demands increase while safety and performance standards become stricter. Strengthening support systems for frontline leaders is essential to help them manage these challenges and maintain safety and performance standards on job sites.
The construction industry started 2026 with 231,000 open job positions as of late January, indicating a slower hiring pace to begin the year. The data suggests contractors are facing ongoing workforce challenges despite significant unfilled roles across the sector.