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Historical contributions of Mexican construction workers have shaped American infrastructure
May 5, 2025
Mexican construction workers are the backbone of North American construction—on Cinco de Mayo, we honor their contributions and challenges.

Take construction underwater with Komatsu’s amphibious dozer
April 29, 2025
Komatsu unveils a remote-controlled amphibious bulldozer with a 160-ft dig depth, for underwater disaster relief and eco-restoration efforts.

Humanity and AI: How Paul Doherty sees AI reshaping the future of construction
April 22, 2025
Paul Doherty and The Digit Group have blended AI with real estate development to open doors and let everyone be a little more human, on and off-site.

John Holland’s commitment to a net zero future
April 21, 2025
John Holland is pursuing a net zero emissions goal, implementing strategies aligned with the Paris Agreement to mitigate climate impact.

Promise Robotics: Bridging labor and housing gaps with AI
April 16, 2025
Promise Robotics addresses the skilled labor shortage with innovative solutions that blend AI, robotics, and modular construction.

Alisa Bailey: The good ol’ days – Were they really that good?
April 15, 2025
Alisa Bailey reflects on 27 years in construction, highlighting the progress made and the challenges women still face in the industry today.

10 trends changing the construction industry in 2025
April 14, 2025
2025 construction trends include using drones, concrete alternatives, and virtual simulators to improve efficiency and sustainability.

The path to construction: Spotlight on ABC’s Sarah Cottam
April 7, 2025
Sarah Cottam shares her inspiring journey from addiction recovery to CEO, breaking barriers and advocating for mental health and workforce development.

The best construction industry newsletters to subscribe to in 2025
April 7, 2025
Staying ahead in the construction industry means keeping up with emerging trends, new regulations, and the latest innovations shaping the field. One of the easiest ways to stay informed is by subscribing to industry newsletters like Under the Hard Hat for weekly industry updates, Engineering News-Record (ENR) for project updates, or BuildingGreen for sustainability insights.…

Why there’s so few minority construction companies and what to do about it
March 31, 2025
Minority-owned construction companies remain underrepresented, facing challenges like limited funding and fewer networking opportunities.