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    The number of women in technical roles is dropping

    Addressing the scarcity of women in the tech workforce must go beyond the recruitment stage, according to a new report.

    By Lindsey Wilkinson • March 8, 2023
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    Q&A // ConTech Conversations

    ConTech Conversations: When it comes to innovation, ‘be intentional,’ says Gilbane exec

    Kelly Benedict, the firm’s head of innovation and transformation, sees a lot of opportunity for women in construction right now.

    By • March 8, 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
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    Women in Construction Week 2023

    New organization bolsters women in contech

    Spearheaded by Hilti's Antonia Elisa Soler Blasco, the multinational organization is breaking down barriers for women in the field.

    By • March 8, 2023
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    Could tech workers find a home in multifamily?

    As multifamily firms embrace automation, there may be room for professionals who were recently laid off.

    By Leslie Shaver • March 1, 2023
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    Opinion

    Sharing data is the intelligent thing to do in construction

    Removing silos around project information will be critical for AI’s evolution on jobsites.

    By Jason Dunnam • March 1, 2023
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    Arc CEO Frank L Ciminelli II: Platforms like cmBuilder.io are key to the future of construction

    Innovative construction management firm, Arc Building Partners, is focused on fast-tracking even the most complex projects, and they’re doing it with platforms like cmBuilder.io.

    By cmBuilder.io • Feb. 27, 2023
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    Productivity, ESG headline AGC Innovation Awards

    The grand prize winner, to be revealed at the Associated General Contractors of America’s Las Vegas convention in March, will take home $7,000.

    By • Feb. 22, 2023
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    Phishing remains top threat to businesses, IBM says

    IBM Security X-Force’s annual threat intelligence report highlights what makes phishing such a dangerous and persistent point of entry.

    By Matt Kapko • Feb. 22, 2023
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    New construction technology releases: February 2023

    PlanHub, Trimble and others have recently released new products and updates to keep construction projects running on time and on budget.

    By Jennifer Goodman • Feb. 22, 2023
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    Highlights: The secret sauce to effective coordination in large projects

    The construction industry has always been known for its traditional and manual approach, but with the advent of technology, the industry is rapidly changing.

    Feb. 21, 2023
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    Construction technology funding holds steady at nearly $5.4B

    North America and Europe dominated the contech market last year, according to a new report by Cemex Ventures.

    By • Feb. 15, 2023
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    Reading between the lines of tech sector job cuts

    High demand for talent persists, despite ominous signs of downsizing.

    By Matt Ashare • Feb. 15, 2023
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    Q&A

    How a theater background helped set the stage for a career in construction

    Bulley & Andrews’ Dana Erdman embraces technology as well as diversity in her dual roles at the Chicago-based construction firm.

    By Jennifer Goodman • Feb. 15, 2023
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    Labor shortages, inflation vex civil contractors, but optimism remains

    Dodge found that 78% of civil engineers use BIM, up from 66% in 2020, while interest in digital twins is growing.

    By Jen A. Miller • Feb. 14, 2023
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    Contech Funding

    Toggle funding boosted to $15M

    The rebar-bending robotics company is looking to double its headcount following an upcoming Series B round.

    By • Feb. 13, 2023
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    3 key reasons top GCs are implementing worker-focused resource monitoring tech

    GCs are using trade data from resource monitoring tech to improve job site visibility and performance.

    Feb. 13, 2023
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    Boldt invests in VC firm founded by Green Bay Packers, Microsoft

    A major focus of the investment includes technologies around modularization and automation, said Dave Kievet, president of The Boldt Co.

    By • Feb. 8, 2023
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    Philly launches digital tool to ease building permitting process

    The pilot aims to improve access to information about necessary permits, approvals and other requirements for some residential and commercial projects, the city said.

    By Michael Brady • Feb. 8, 2023
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    Autodesk lays off 250 employees amid tech industry crunch

    The cuts appear to be the first in recent months at a major construction-related tech firm.

    By • Updated Feb. 7, 2023
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    Revizto is now certified by ISO 27001

    Revizto, the industry-leading Integrated Collaboration Platform, achieves ISO 27001 certification.

    Feb. 6, 2023
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    Q&A

    Why 3D printing is still flat in commercial construction

    Building codes — not capabilities or design — are holding the technology back, according to an engineering firm executive.

    By Chris Wood • Feb. 1, 2023
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    Contech firm Built Robotics acquires Roin, eyes expansion

    The acquisition adds Roin's automated concrete power trowel to Built's retrofit excavation automation tools.

    By • Feb. 1, 2023
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    Only half of companies have the budgets necessary to mitigate cybersecurity risks: study

    A report from Neustar shows macroeconomic pressures are leading to a squeeze on IT security spending.

    By David Jones • Feb. 1, 2023
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    Project Milestones

    Bechtel completes $140M Texas solar project

    The country’s second-largest contractor claims the project can power over 20,000 homes.

    By • Jan. 31, 2023
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    2023 OUTLOOK

    7 projects to watch in 2023

    From an NFL stadium to a major airport expansion and a massive manufacturing plant, these high-profile, high-impact projects are expected to hit significant milestones this year.

    By Construction Dive Staff • Jan. 30, 2023