Surety industry sees education as key to opening doors for new construction firms

New contractors often face hurdles seeking bonds—the surety industry’s education efforts seek to change that. 

Oct. 13, 2025

Construction Inclusion Week hits record sponsorship numbers

Despite what it called a “politically charged atmosphere” around DEI, the industry-led initiative said it has attracted its most partnerships ever.

By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 10, 2025

DOT guts DBE program ahead of Construction Inclusion Week

A new interim final rule for the 45-year-old initiative requires all current DBEs to be re-evaluated for certification without using race or sex as criteria.

By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 9, 2025

David Keeling confirmed as new head of OSHA

The former Amazon and UPS safety executive takes on the role as the agency is expected to advance a heat safety regulation. Keeling has said OSHA needs both regulatory and technology updates.

By Megan Quinn • Oct. 8, 2025

The 8 mistakes I see most in construction contracts

Lack of clarity over payment, change orders, timelines and quality of work all contribute to projects ending up in litigation, writes a consultant. 

By James Gallagher • Sept. 19, 2025

The most negotiated insurance clauses in construction contracts

‘Standard’ construction contract language isn’t always ‘standard.’ Learn what to look for, and why it matters.

By Kyle McKelvey, Account Executive-American Global • Sept. 15, 2025

California city adopts AI permitting

Lancaster will embark on a public-private partnership with Labrynth, a contractor-side artificial intelligence permitting platform, to speed up the review process.

By Matthew Thibault • Sept. 9, 2025

FTA seeks to eliminate environmental criteria from capital investment grant guidelines

The Federal Transit Administration requests public comment on updated guidance that would remove the “social cost of carbon” calculation and make broader changes to the multibillion-dollar program.

By Dan Zukowski • Aug. 26, 2025

Who is liable when a ‘borrowed’ construction worker gets hurt?

Temps and subs can help fill vital gaps on construction projects, but they create layers of liability that can be costly if left unaddressed.

By Keith Loria • Aug. 26, 2025

Workers sue 2 contractors over Legionnaires’ outbreak in NYC

Two construction workers filed suit against Skanska and Rising Sun Construction, alleging they failed to abate the deadly bacteria on jobsites in Harlem.

By Zachary Phillips • Aug. 25, 2025

3 DEI approaches employers must reconsider to avoid federal ire

The principles set forth in a recent DOJ memo are likely to be applied by the EEOC to all employers under Title VII, attorney Jonathan Segal writes.

By Jonathan Segal • Aug. 25, 2025

Why we need to rethink RFPs in construction

Too often, this “request” draws the legal battle lines of a project early on. For owners and GCs to win, they need to become partners instead, writes Compass Datacenters’ Nancy Novak.

By Nancy Novak • Aug. 18, 2025

ICE raids worsen construction’s labor shortage. Contractors must respond.

I-9 audits, tapping labor groups and cross-training existing employees can help builders stay on track, a construction accountant writes.

By Chris Coleman • Aug. 7, 2025

How AI can be used in construction bidding, negotiation

Artificial intelligence offers contractors new ways to remain competitive and profitable before projects even start, writes a consultant.

By Brian Kassalen • Aug. 6, 2025

Suit alleges fraud on Oklahoma’s $2.5B Disney-sized theme park

The American Heartland project was supposed to draw thousands to Vinita, but nothing has been built besides a fence and gravel road, per a new lawsuit.

By Julie Strupp • Aug. 1, 2025

How and why to conduct a DEI audit in construction

The industry has been working to improve diversity, but that could also bring scrutiny from Washington. Here’s how to walk the line.

By Joe Bousquin • July 29, 2025

With the hidden costs of sick days, workers say they lie about taking time off

A culture of secrecy around mental health at work can lead workers to exaggerate physical symptoms to justify taking time off, a recent report found.

By Carolyn Crist • July 24, 2025

Former Amazon exec, Biden official talk OSHA changes

Corporate safety attorney Heather MacDougall and the former deputy assistant secretary of OSHA offered details at the recent ASSP 2025 Conference + Expo.

By Zachary Phillips • July 24, 2025

Trump releases AI action plan targeting regulatory ‘red tape’

The plan states that artificial intelligence-related federal funding should not go to states with burdensome rules on the technology.

By Alexei Alexis • July 24, 2025

From red tape to green light: How California’s CEQA reforms will speed up projects

Two new laws, which went into effect at the end of June, should fast track infill and other high-priority projects, writes a land use and environmental policy attorney.

By William Sloan • July 23, 2025

White House announces infrastructure priorities, permit updates

Following a Surface Transportation Reauthorization hearing last week, DOT Secretary Sean Duffy also unveiled $488 million in transportation grants.

By Julie Strupp • July 21, 2025

DOE to drop accessibility requirement for buildings receiving federal funds

Federal accessibility standards won’t apply to buildings using U.S. Energy Department funds for energy efficiency or other uses under a rule rescission taking effect soon.

By Robert Freedman • July 18, 2025

How a SeaWorld ruling could impact construction safety

OSHA wants to narrow its General Duties Clause for athletic and entertainment occupations, leaving the door open for other industries.

By Zachary Phillips • July 16, 2025

California walks back environmental law for housing, advanced manufacturing

The changes to the California Environmental Quality Act could greatly speed up the issuance of building permits.

By Matthew Thibault • July 8, 2025

Defense Department simplifies NEPA reviews

The move announced June 30 is part of a government-wide deregulatory effort from the Trump administration to speed up infrastructure construction.

By Julie Strupp • July 2, 2025