Tag: Construction
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Trump executive order pushes for quicker data center construction
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: A new White House directive aims to accelerate federal permitting and unlock financial incentives for large-scale data center builds, along with related energy and manufacturing projects, according to a July 23 executive order signed by…
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The Truth About Burnout in Construction: Why Pushing Through Isn’t a Badge of Honor
In construction, we wear hard work like a badge of honor. Long days, sore backs, skipped lunches — “toughing it out” is often seen as part of the job. But this push-through thought process is worsening a serious burnout problem. When Hard Work Becomes Harmful Burnout isn’t just feeling tired. It’s mental, physical and emotional…
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Pennsylvania lawmakers designate Construction Opioid Awareness Week
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: The Pennsylvania State Senate has officially designated the week of July 21-25 as “Construction Opioid Awareness Week,” according to a July 17 news release. The acknowledgement came via Senate Resolution 133, which was introduced by…
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JLL Report: Construction Outlook Wavers Amid Policy Shifts, Material Costs & Labor Constraints
Policy uncertainty, rising material costs, and labor disruptions are reshaping the U.S. construction industry’s trajectory, according to JLL’s 2025 Construction Perspective: U.S. Mid-Year Update. While activity has slowed in many markets, the report points to significant opportunities for firms that plan strategically and stay flexible in the face of volatility. “The construction industry is experiencing…
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The 9 largest commercial construction starts of June 2025
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. More shovels hit the ground in June but clouds still hang over the long-term outlook in the construction industry. Total construction starts surged 16% in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.33 trillion, according to…
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The 9 largest commercial construction starts of June 2025
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. More shovels hit the ground in June but clouds still hang over the long-term outlook in the construction industry. Total construction starts surged 16% in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.33 trillion, according to…
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Construction Specialties Debuts STYX™ Architectural Line
Construction Specialties, a longtime innovator in façade and interior solutions, introduces STYX™. This architectural system uses independently fastened linear profiles to enhance depth and bring visual interest to both interior and exterior settings. STYX integrates aesthetics and functionality by using lines and texture to define spaces and create visual impact.The aluminum profiles are lightweight and…
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The seven ways AI can impact construction
Image: Kira4kacom | Dreamstime.com The report examines how AI can help reduce errors across the construction lifecycle, from project inception and design to practical completion and handover. The report also looks at where AI could introduce new risks in construction and how the industry should adapt and develop to manage these. Here are the seven…
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Construction software and project management platforms: what’s the difference?
Image courtesy of CMiC Can you tell construction management and project management software apart? And why does knowing the difference matter? CMiC explains. Software buyers in construction often fall into the trap of evaluating tools through a single lens – what’s visible on the surface. Menus, dashboards and scheduling features may look similar across platforms,…
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6 Tips to Build a Culture of Safety in Construction
In construction, safety isn’t something you check off a list during orientation. It’s a constant, evolving part of the job — no matter how long you’ve been in the industry or what role you play. Whether someone’s just getting started or has been on sites for decades, there’s always more to learn and reinforce. From…