Tag: Construction
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Construction Job Openings Fall as Industry Faces Uncertainty, But Unemployment Stays Low in Most States
The U.S. construction industry saw a drop in job openings in March 2025, according to new data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics and analyzed by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC). At the same time, construction unemployment remained relatively low across most of the country, with only four states reporting rates above 10%. Job…
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The Top Careers in Hospitality Construction
Hospitality construction continues to grow as demand for hotels, resorts, and guest-centric spaces increases globally. As the industry expands, numerous career opportunities arise, offering professionals the chance to work on high-profile projects while contributing to the development of remarkable spaces. In this article, we will explore some of the top careers in hospitality construction, the…
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Behind the Build: Why Fleet Mobility Matters in Construction
Timelines, coordination, and the efficient movement of people, tools, and materials drive the construction industry. Fleet mobility is at the heart of this dynamic environment—an often overlooked but absolutely essential component of successful project delivery. When properly managed, a mobile, responsive fleet supports productivity on the ground and contributes to safety, cost control, and client…
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Digital Construction Awards 2025 finalists: Design Innovation
The Digital Construction Awards attracted 170-plus entries this year, 85 of which have been shortlisted. Here, we detail the finalists for the Design Innovation award. This category recognises the best use of digital technology and data to enhance the practical aspects of building and project design for successful delivery. This category is not focused on…
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Stop work order on Empire Wind 1 lifted, Equinor resumes construction
The Trump administration has lifted its stop work order on the 810-MW Empire Wind 1 project offshore New York, allowing construction to resume, developer Equinor said Monday. New York Governor Kathy Hochul, D, said in a Monday release that “countless conversations with Equinor and White House officials” had led to the lifting of the stop…
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Digital Construction Awards 2025: Digital Innovation in Productivity
The Digital Construction Awards attracted over 170 entries this year, 85 of which have been shortlisted. Here, we detail the finalists for the Digital Innovation in Productivity award. This category recognises the use of digitalisation, digital methodologies and/or technologies to enhance the productivity of construction workers on a project or projects. Seven entries have made…
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Immigration white paper: what it means for UK construction
The government’s new immigration white paper – Restoring control over the immigration system – outlines significant policy reforms. It is aimed at ending overreliance on low-wage overseas workers, strengthening domestic workforce training and development, and reducing net migration figures from historically high levels. As part of its broader immigration reforms, the government aims to rebuild…
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Construction Labor Shortage? How Tech Helps Contractors Adapt
Headlines about labor shortages in the construction industry are nothing new—for years, contractors have known that there was plenty of work but never enough workers. Even so, the construction labor shortage seems to have taken on a new acuity. According to Newforma’s 2025 AECO Project and Information Management Survey, 41% of firms in the AECO…
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Digital Construction Awards 2025: Best Use of AI shortlist
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The Digital Construction Awards attracted 170-plus entries this year, 85 of which have been shortlisted. Here, we detail the finalists for a new category: Best Use of AI. This category celebrates the innovative application of artificial intelligence to enhance and transform human processes, productivity, project outcomes and overall client satisfaction within the built and managed…
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Shawmut Design and Construction Wraps Up Safety Week 2025
Shawmut Design and Construction, a leading $2 billion national construction management firm, marked Safety Week 2025 with a series of nationwide events centered on Total Worker Health, reinforcing the company’s commitment to prioritizing both physical safety and mental well-being across all projects and offices. Over a thousand Shawmut employee-owners and trade partners participated in toolbox talks,…