The recent elections have brought a wave of decisions that will significantly impact the construction industry. Voters across various states made choices on propositions and bond measures that will shape the future of education facilities, infrastructure projects, housing development, environmental
Microsoft's $1 billion investment plan to build three data centers in central Ohio raises crucial questions about the future of technology infrastructure and its potential to reshape the regional economy. Unveiled by regional economic development group One Columbus on October 28, the project
Granite Construction's optimistic outlook on public market opportunities stems from the substantial revenue generated by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and its strategic plans to capitalize on this influx. According to CEO Kyle Larkin, only 40% of the allocated IIJA funds are
Election uncertainty has had a noticeable impact on construction activity leading up to the 2024 presidential race. Business owners' anxiety is at an all-time high, influencing key sectors such as private construction, while public sector projects remain somewhat insulated from these concerns for
The construction sector in the United States is currently navigating a landscape marked by inflation, labor shortages, and fluctuating interest rates, challenges that would be daunting for any industry. Despite these economic hurdles, leaders from major firms such as Shawmut, Granite, and JE Dunn
In an ambitious move to boost sustainable construction, the USDA Forest Service and the Softwood Lumber Board have announced the 2025 Mass Timber Competition: Building Sustainable Schools. This initiative, further supported by the Center for Green Schools at the USGBC and WoodWorks, aims to
