The ARM Institute has expanded RoboticsCareer.org to showcase job opportunities in physical AI and robotics. The platform now connects employers seeking qualified talent with workers interested in these growing construction and industrial sectors.
Construction hiring and project backlogs are picking up momentum heading into mid-2026, signaling improved demand. Rising material costs and labor shortages are tightening contractor margins despite the positive activity.
Oak Ridge National Laboratory has created a hybrid additive manufacturing process inspired by origami that prints directly onto flexible fabrics, enabling flat panels to fold into finished composite parts. The technique reduces composite fabrication costs by 90 percent compared to traditional methods.
Congressman David Kustoff visited an active bridge project alongside representatives from the Associated General Contractors to review construction progress and industry operations. The tour highlighted infrastructure development efforts and provided an opportunity for legislative engagement with the construction sector.
Rheinmetall UK has adopted additive manufacturing as the standard production method for air ducting components in the Challenger 3 Main Battle Tank program. The shift to 3D printing represents a significant change in how defense contractors manufacture complex components for military vehicles.
Congress is moving forward with legislative consideration of a defense construction bill that will likely impact federal building projects and contractor requirements. The bill's passage could influence construction standards, timelines, and funding for military and defense-related infrastructure work.
An OpenAI executive has joined Clayco's board of directors, signaling growing influence of artificial intelligence leadership in construction companies. Owen-Ames-Kimball continues its tradition of bringing on summer interns as part of ongoing workforce development efforts.
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) has opposed the Faster Labor Contracts Act, which is now advancing to the Senate for consideration. The legislation would accelerate the process for finalizing labor agreements in the construction industry.
Deaths and fatality rates among building construction workers have risen over a 13-year period, according to new data from CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training. The analysis highlights a troubling trend in workplace safety within the construction industry.
The Associated General Contractors of America is taking legal action to maintain its right to represent member interests in Indiana, fighting to preserve associational standing in court. The case centers on the AGC's ability to advocate on behalf of its construction member companies in state legal proceedings.
Reservoir has acquired Contain, an agriculture finance platform, to expand its portfolio of agtech startups. Contain's founder Nicola Kerslake will join Reservoir as a general partner to help scale AI-driven agricultural technology companies.
Congressman Dale Strong toured an Associated General Contractors (AGC) construction project to observe ongoing work and engage with industry partners. The visit highlighted the importance of construction projects and congressional support for the building sector.
FAULHABER introduced new GPT gearheads that deliver increased torque and power output while maintaining a compact footprint compatible with their standard motor lineup. The gearheads are designed to reduce noise levels and improve overall performance for construction equipment and machinery applications.
The Federal Railroad Administration finalized new amendments to training and qualification rules for railroad safety employees, clarifying existing requirements and removing outdated provisions. The FRA is also considering whether to revoke its dispatcher certification mandate as part of the regulatory update.
ConstructConnect® Project Intelligence addresses four common objections contractors have about adopting the platform: setup complexity, late project discovery, limited differentiation from bidders lists, and the learning curve. According to the vendor, each concern has practical solutions and doesn't significantly impede adoption when examined closely.
A two-year trial of a four-day workweek across 15 Australian companies showed strong results, with 14 of the 15 employers maintaining the 100:80:100 model where workers receive full pay for 80% of normal hours. The successful trial demonstrates that compressed workweeks can be viable for construction and other industries without sacrificing productivity or worker compensation.
Mid-year 2026 marks the shift from planning to evaluation as construction teams assess which strategies and field practices are delivering real results. This is when initial projections meet reality, forcing teams to adjust their approaches based on actual project performance.
Agility Robotics is going public through a merger with Churchill Capital Corp XI, raising $620 million to fund development and production of its Digit v5 humanoid robot. The capital infusion will help the company meet growing customer demand for its robotics solutions in construction and logistics.
A Dallas-based sport-court company founder has spent decades donating his construction expertise to philanthropic projects, and his work is now receiving international recognition through World Cup spotlight. His efforts demonstrate how construction skills and resources can be leveraged for community impact on a global stage.
Mantis Robotics has introduced a dual-arm robot that operates without safety fencing, enabling more flexible automation setups in complex job sites. The fenceless design allows contractors to deploy robotic systems in tighter spaces and reconfigure them more easily for different tasks.
The Sanjay Mortimer RepRap Festival will take place March 6–7, 2027 at Manchester Metropolitan University's Dalton Building. The event, organized by the Sanjay Mortimer Foundation, brings together engineers and focuses on additive manufacturing technology while supporting neurodivergent young people in STEM fields.
ARM's Drew Henry explores how physical AI and robotics are being engineered to handle real-world construction constraints and unpredictable job site conditions. The discussion covers autonomous systems designed for practical deployment in field operations where reliability and adaptability are critical.
A court has vacated key provisions of the Davis-Bacon Rule, which mandates prevailing wage requirements for federal construction projects. This decision could significantly impact labor costs and wage standards on government-funded construction work.
Construction employment grew year-over-year in 30 states plus D.C. between May 2025 and May 2026, showing sustained job growth across the industry. Month-to-month, 23 states and D.C. added construction jobs from April to May, indicating ongoing hiring momentum.