7 products for GCs, subs from Greenbuild

ESG software, a waste-battling robot and a building code library were among the wares on display at the largest green building conference in the world.

By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 6, 2023

Construction insurer hit in data breach

Builders Mutual said the hack affected 64,761 individuals, per a filing with the state of Maine.

By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 4, 2023

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Construction Technology

As construction technology continues to evolve, here’s what savvy contractors need to know.

By Construction Dive staff

NYC’s ‘mass timber studio’ aims to warm builders up to the material

The wood product represents a “huge untapped potential” to drive down the city’s carbon footprint, said the New York City Economic Development Corp.

By Ysabelle Kempe • Oct. 4, 2023

ConTech Conversations: It’s okay to be a fast follower

Not every solution needs to be cutting edge or fix everything, said a Suffolk tech executive.

By Matthew Thibault • Updated Oct. 5, 2023

September project wins: Contractors reveal their latest awards

As summer came to a close, builders announced big infrastructure wins.

By Matthew Thibault • Sept. 29, 2023

Most contractors unprepared for cyberattacks

A new report follows warnings that hackers often target AEC firms’ clients.

By Matthew Thibault • Sept. 27, 2023

5 construction technology firms snare funding

Three startups completed seed rounds and two established companies bolstered their coffers in recent months.

By Matthew Thibault • Sept. 27, 2023

BIM + PIM: Combining 2 strategies for enhanced construction administration

By eradicating communication gridlocks, isolated data and tedious document tasks, firms gain valuable time that they can spend on delivering quality projects.

Sept. 25, 2023

Security has an underlying defect: passwords and authentication

Cyberattacks are fueled by the shortcomings of business authentication controls. Bad things happen when access falls apart and credentials land in the wrong hands.

By Matt Kapko • Sept. 20, 2023

NIBS panelists hash out AI adoption

Precision, performance and materials are three categories where the tech is helping AEC pros, according to a recent conference session.

By Sebastian Obando • Sept. 20, 2023

Why connected is key with common data environments

As the construction industry embraces digital transformation, data fragmentation has emerged as a critical challenge.

By Rachel Jones, Content Marketing Manager for Trimble Construction • Sept. 18, 2023

Why preconstruction has stolen the project spotlight

Construction Dive rounds up its series on the challenges and opportunities of a strong preconstruction approach. 

By Chris Wood • Sept. 14, 2023

Sprouts plans to open 40 stores

The new store count, which executives detailed Tuesday at Goldman Sachs’ Global Retailing Conference, is a marked increase from the 30 stores the grocer is on track to add in 2023.

By Peyton Bigora • Sept. 14, 2023

The time is now to protect your firm from ransomware attacks

Contractors are prime targets for hacks, but there are important steps businessowners can take to protect themselves, writes one cyber expert.

By Stel Valavanis • Sept. 13, 2023

California environmental contractor taps tech exec for digital growth

Brown and Caldwell is enlisting data in its fight against the effects of climate change, an increasingly critical area for clients. 

By Matthew Thibault • Sept. 13, 2023

Gotion to establish $2B Illinois battery plant

The China-based manufacturer plans to create 2,600 jobs at the site, set to open next year.

By Sara Samora • Sept. 13, 2023

Inside construction firms’ fight for workers

Nearly nine in 10 firms are feeling the pinch on skilled labor, but tech may be a salve for employment woes, according to the Associated General Contractors of America.

By Matthew Thibault • Sept. 11, 2023

Walsh kicks off $1B Microsoft data center on former Foxconn site

Earthwork and excavation on the property in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, have begun, setting the stage for foundation work this fall.

By Matthew Thibault • Sept. 8, 2023

Google plans $600M data center in Mesa, Arizona

The project announcement closely follows Google’s other recent commitments to expand its data center facilities elsewhere in the country, such as in Ohio and Iowa.

By Sebastian Obando • Sept. 8, 2023

WSP bets on 3D-printed concrete for infrastructure projects

The Canadian building giant is developing new applications for the technology, which can cut carbon emissions and project costs.

By Julie Strupp • Sept. 7, 2023

SEC cyber disclosure rules take effect: What to expect

With enforcement on the horizon, many of the SEC's rules for material disclosures are subject to interpretation.

By Naomi Eide • Sept. 6, 2023

Shared challenges: Why preconstruction is suddenly so important

General contractors such as Mortenson, Messer and PCL say project collaboration is happening much earlier and with greater transparency than before the pandemic.  

By Chris Wood • Sept. 6, 2023

Contractors adopt electric equipment to fight rising prices

Making the switch from diesel brings lower operating and maintenance costs, as well as federal and state tax incentives, according to an industry expert.

By Sebastian Obando • Aug. 31, 2023

ConTech Conversations: How putting trust in building models eliminates uncertainty

Hannu Lindberg, DPR’s leader of virtual design and construction, spoke about keeping teams on the same page and the future of workers on jobsites.

By Matthew Thibault • Aug. 30, 2023

PCL tops off $150M Toronto mass timber building

Limberlost Place includes three, three-story mass timber columns, which the contractor claims are among the largest in North America.

By Matthew Thibault • Aug. 29, 2023