The rapid expansion of data center construction is creating a major workforce challenge for contractors: there are more projects to build, but not enough skilled workers to fill every position. As artificial intelligence investment continues to drive demand for new data centers, contractors are competing for electricians, plumbers, pipe fitters,
Construction companies facing persistent labor shortages may need to rethink how they recruit, with industry leaders urging contractors to remove practical barriers that prevent people from entering the workforce. During Construction Dive’s recent virtual event, “Courting Construction: Recruiting and Retaining Top Talent,” panelists discussed ways contractors can reach workers in
The San Antonio Spurs have selected Mortenson and Bartlett Cocke General Contractors to lead construction of the team’s planned $1.3 billion downtown arena. The new venue will serve as the centerpiece of a larger sports and entertainment district planned for downtown San Antonio. The development is expected to bring together
Texas is preparing for a major expansion of transportation infrastructure spending, with state officials approving a 10-year program that will direct approximately $138 billion toward roads, transit and other transportation improvements. The Texas Transportation Commission approved the Texas Department of Transportation’s 2027 Unified Transportation Program, establishing the framework for transportation
U.S. inflation showed little change in July, while household incomes continued to rise, giving the Federal Reserve another reason to take a cautious approach to interest rates as it prepares for its September policy meeting. The personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index increased 0.2% in July from the previous month,
Published Aug. 27, 2026 Drones have become a practical tool on construction sites across the United States, but a new industry survey shows that contractors are relying overwhelmingly on Chinese-made equipment. According to a May 2026 survey by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), 36.1% of contractor members surveyed said their
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