Contech continues funding tear

From autonomous buildings to alternative materials, these firms raised money recently via equity and debt financing, despite economic headwinds.

By Matthew Thibault • May 10, 2023

Workers give construction’s slow tech adoption a thumbs down

In a survey of 10 sectors, workers ranked construction as “the least technologically competent” field, which stymies firms’ ability to recruit young talent.

By Matthew Thibault • May 9, 2023

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Google breaks ground on 2 data centers in central Ohio

The tech conglomerate announced plans to expand its footprint in the Buckeye State, bringing its total investment there to more than $2 billion.

By Sebastian Obando • May 4, 2023

Fluor tapped for laser fusion power plant

Vice President Fred Hughes talks with Construction Dive about laser fusion technology and how to build complex energy projects.

By Sebastian Obando • May 4, 2023

Skanska exec: Jobsite safety tech hinges on data

Danielle O’Connell, senior director of Skanska USA’s emerging technology team, takes a holistic approach to keeping workers safe.

By Matthew Thibault • May 3, 2023

White House to scrutinize use of AI, worker tracking tools

The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy said it will request information from the public regarding how such tools are used to “surveil, monitor, evaluate and manage” workers.

By Kathryn Moody • May 3, 2023

Bosch to invest $1.5B into California semiconductor plant

The German company plans to acquire the assets of Roseville, California-based chipmaker TSI Semiconductors.

By Sebastian Obando • May 2, 2023

Katerra factory buyer sees affordable housing uptick

Vaughan Buckley, CEO at Volumetric Building Companies, said amid widespread finance jitters, there is more funding stability in the sector due to government grants.

By Sebastian Obando • May 1, 2023

Why successful construction payment solutions require a goldilocks approach

Making payments and getting paid quickly, securely and with transparency is one way to ensure success in construction.

May 1, 2023

The benefits of sharing resources across multiple offices

Keeping a strong utilization rate can be easier if offices support each other and share resources.

By Nemanja Simic, Bridgit • May 1, 2023

Researchers create improved jobsite safety tech with location tracking

A University of Houston-led team has upgraded its earlier system, which can track where objects and people are even as line of sight breaks.

By Matthew Thibault • April 26, 2023

Most Americans oppose using AI to hire and monitor workers, Pew says

Two-thirds of respondents said they would not want to apply for a job that uses AI to assist with hiring decisions.

By Ryan Golden • April 26, 2023

ConTech Conversations: The AI revolution is closer than you think

Patrick Murphy, former congressman and CEO of Togal.AI, discussed the future of artificial intelligence and how it will impact the construction industry.

By Matthew Thibault • April 26, 2023

Gilbane creates new tech-oriented role

The contractor is bolstering its technology focus with the appointment of Rawle Sawh to the new position of director of operations technology.

By Matthew Thibault • April 25, 2023

How contractors use tech to tighten up supply chains

Centralized material tracking is key to shoring up the weak links in the procurement process exposed by the pandemic, construction execs say.

By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • April 19, 2023

Skanska VP: AI use in construction can improve safety

Will Senner says artificial intelligence can be like a “super-enhanced search engine” that finds trends in company data.

By Zachary Phillips • April 19, 2023

Safety tech firm raises $8M for new AI product

SafeGuard claims its software can predict hazardous jobsite incidents before they occur.

By Matthew Thibault • April 18, 2023

How technology is delivering sustainable construction

Learn how technology can help the construction industry better manage sustainability goals of projects and programs.

April 17, 2023

$750K grant will help develop AI training games for construction pros

Florida International University’s new program will ask users to talk through their decisions and recommend specific lessons based on the answers.

By Matthew Thibault • April 12, 2023

Contech firms continue to attract VC money

Drones, AI and procurement applications all got a funding boost this past month.

By Matthew Thibault • April 11, 2023

Field Materials raises $4.6M seed funding

The company’s program aims to streamline materials procurement through the use of AI.

By Matthew Thibault • April 6, 2023

Cyberattacks hit almost all companies last year, Sophos says

A constant barrage of malicious activity has organizations reeling, negatively impacting their ability to strategize or accomplish IT projects. 

By Matt Kapko • April 5, 2023

Mortenson pilots Sarcos robots on solar installation project

A Mortenson executive said that the project was a “good proof of concept” even as the technology continues to evolve.

By Matthew Thibault • April 5, 2023

Turner, AI SpaceFactory aim to test off-world 3D printing on earth

A biopolymer basalt composite developed for the moon and Mars could have far-reaching impacts on terrestrial construction.

By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • April 5, 2023

Case study: The ROI of local hiring and DEI initiatives

How contractors and public agencies can benefit from local hiring initiatives on public works. 

By Dr. Giovanna Brasfield, CEO and Principal Consultant of Brasfield & Associates, LLC; Amber Meshack, Director of LAWA’s Business, Jobs & Social Responsibility Division; and LCPtracker • April 3, 2023