Construction Executive

01/15/2026

🏗️ For nearly 75 years, Minnesota-based contractor RJ Zavoral & Sons Inc has been moving the ground—and the industry—forward.

Specializing in heavy civil contracting work like excavation, underground utilities and asphalt paving, R.J. Zavoral and Sons journey started out with a single dozer. Dave Zavoral, R.J. Zavoral and Sons vice president is now Associated Builders and Contractors - Minnesota/North Dakota Chapter’s 2026 Chapter Chair.

Learn more about R.J. Zavoral and Sons 75 year journey to success in our article: https://f.mtr.cool/ylhaxgszsh

01/15/2026

🌍 The newest wonder of the world might just be in Downtown D.C., in the form of the National Geographic Museum of Exploration.

Opening in summer 2026, the museum—designed by architect Hickok Cole and built by Virginia-based general contractor HITT Contracting Inc.—will connect to the four recently renovated buildings on the National Geographic Society’s D.C. campus.

📌 The design will cover more than 100,000 square feet and feature a grand entrance courtyard with a larger-than-life version of the iconic yellow border; a rooftop terrace overlooking the courtyard; a main pavilion with an oculus skylight; a renovated eatery and theater; archives; an education center dubbed the National Geographic Learning Launchpad; and more.

👉 Get an inside look at the project, including its accessibility and sustainability efforts, in our article: https://f.mtr.cool/msyyahjtwp

01/13/2026

Ruppert Properties recently announced the promotion of Julie Ruppert to president of the multi-generational family business. Congratulations to Ruppert on her new role! 🎉

➡️ See more updates on hiring and promotions shaping the industry here: https://f.mtr.cool/papdblazxs

01/13/2026

📊 What December’s jobs data says about construction

"The construction industry lost 11,000 jobs on net in December, according to an ABC National analysis of data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment grew by 14,000 jobs, an increase of 0.2%."

Get more insight into current construction employment data in our article:

Contrasting November's promising job growth, December yielded disheartening results.

01/09/2026

For David Chapin, president of Willmar Electric Service, Corp. and former ABC National chair, pursuing a position on the ABC Executive Committee was simply part of who the Chapins are.

“It’s our duty to get involved and become active citizens. ABC will represent our industry regardless of whether we are members or whether I am actively involved,” Chapin said.

👉 Learn more about what Chapin has been doing nearly a decade after his tenure in our article: https://f.mtr.cool/uslfthqhrf

01/08/2026

🏗️ Two major ABC National-supported permitting reform bills—ranked among the most comprehensive permitting reform measures advanced by the U.S. House in the past decade—recently passed a vote.

➡️ Learn more in our article:

ABC supported two permitting reform bills, which just passed a vote in the U.S. House.

01/08/2026

🚧 After a devastating wildfire, what does it take to build a temporary high school in 90 days? Ask C.W. Driver Companies and Gensler.

Three months after the devastating Los Angeles wildfires this January, the former Santa Monica Sears retail building was transformed by C.W. Driver and Gensler into Pali High South—a fully equipped, temporary campus for 2,500 Palisades Charter High School students.

The new campus features classrooms, a small library, music rooms, acoustic wall panels, support areas and Gensler graphic recreations that carry the spirit of Pali High.

🔗 Learn more about the Pali High South project here: https://f.mtr.cool/ztskmfxkap

01/07/2026

🎊 Start your new year off right with some good news regarding construction unemployment patterns.

According to a state-by-state analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data released by ABC National, in September 2025, every state had construction unenployment rates below 10%.

🔗 See more insight on construction unemployment patterns in our article:

Start your new year off right with some good news regarding construction unemployment patterns.

01/07/2026

👷‍♀️ Move Over Bob is inspiring the next generation of women to consider a career in the skilled trades with its website and print magazine—now available online and throughout Arizona public schools.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that just one in 10 construction workers are women. As founders of Move Over Bob, Kate Glantz and Angie Cacace hope to change that in an unexpected way—through powerful storytelling from in the industry and with local resources about construction pathways.

“Encouraging trades pathways isn’t something most of them are familiar with. So, the magazine serves as both inspiration and a practical resource, helping young women see what’s possible while also showing schools and companies how to support their participation,” Cacace says.

💡 Learn more about how Glantz and Cacace are helping to build the next toolbelt generation and their entrepreneurial journey with Move Over Bob in our article here: https://f.mtr.cool/juizmbtfcz

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from CE! 🎉🎇

12/17/2025

🚧 Equipment theft is one of the costliest—and most common—threats facing construction sites today.

From stolen machinery and tools to project delays and rising insurance premiums, an unsecured jobsite can quickly turn into a major financial loss.

AMAROK Security’s latest blog breaks down how site managers can strengthen loss prevention and reduce the risks that lead to costly downtime.

🔗 Read the full breakdown: https://f.mtr.cool/pykfuuysci

12/09/2025

⏲️ Tomorrow: Learn more about construction-specific economic indicators, including the hottest regions and market sectors, the latest on materials and labor costs, predictive indicators general economic and more conditions affecting the current construction landscape in our upcoming 2026 Construction Economic Update and Forecast with ABC National chief economist, Anirban Basu.

👉 Get more information and register for the webinar here: https://f.mtr.cool/qacldqvlan

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