Construction Executive

03/25/2025

Chandra Wakeland founded Wakeland Electric at just 25 years old, defying everyone who doubted her and proving that being a successful woman in the male-dominated construction industry is achievable for anyone—they just have to want it badly enough.

"I would tell every young woman, if you don’t know what you want to do yet in a career, get into construction. Start as a receptionist or an administrative assistant and work your way up. There are so many places in construction where a woman can thrive,” Wakeland says.

Hear more about Wakeland's journey building Wakeland Electric from the ground up in our article here: https://www.constructionexec.com/article/long-shot-chandra-wakeland-s-leap-of-faith-into-construction-ownership?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=Long+Shot%3A+Chandra+Wakeland%27s+Leap+of+Faith+Into+Construction+Ownership

03/25/2025

Of the more than 43,000 construction companies that launched in the spring of 2011, less than 38% were still in business a decade later, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. With financial struggles being a leading cause of closures, ensuring your construction company’s finances are built on solid ground is more critical than ever.

Get expert advice from top construction finance professionals in our article here:

Common cracks can signal bigger money troubles in the building business—here’s how to avoid them.

03/19/2025

"The rate at which contractors are hiring new workers has slowed dramatically, falling to the lowest level on record—aside from the pandemic-affected month of April 2020. With the rate of quits and layoffs also historically low, many contractors appear to be in a holding pattern."

Get details on the latest factors affecting the sector here:

Rising prices, slowing employment, rising backlog, slowing spending. Contractors show no cause for concern despite the recent volatility of the construction industry.

03/18/2025

Last month, BRG announced Grant Mendeljian as a director in its construction practice. Congratulations to Grant on his new role!

Get more updates on hiring and promotions in the industry here: https://bit.ly/4h7AUK4

03/17/2025

ABC National recently announced its 2025 Construction Workforce Award winners, naming Derick Robbins as Craft Instructor of the Year, Chris Weaver as Craft Professional of the Year and Ray Wallace as Young Professional of the Year.

Congratulations to the winners for their outstanding work and contributions to the industry! Read more about the winners here: https://bit.ly/4hFxxu4

03/13/2025

Did you miss out on all the fun at ABC Convention 2025? No worries—we captured all the biggest moments from ABC National’s 75th anniversary celebration in Las Vegas.
Check out our highlight article here: https://bit.ly/3XMge3u

03/13/2025

Keep an eye on these four construction technology trends and predictions for 2025 and beyond:

- AI agents and virtual assistants for daily tasks
- AI-powered conversational interfaces for simplified data access
- Offsite and modular building techniques to expedite project completion and reduce costs
- AI-driven intelligent safety systems

Get more insight here:

Oracle has released its predictions of technology trends for the construction industry this year.

03/12/2025

Last month, Warfel Construction announced the promotion of Alan Holeton to the role of general manager, Paoli. Congratulations to Alan on his new role!

Get more updates on hiring and promotions in the industry here: https://bit.ly/4h7AUK4

03/06/2025

As a three-woman editorial team dedicated to bringing our audiences the latest construction industry news and sharing the stories of industry leaders and professionals, CE knows a thing or two about the strength and impact of women in construction. The better question is—do you?

Hear firsthand experiences from the incredible women we’ve had the pleasure of speaking with over the years, along with tips for companies looking to attract and retain women in the industry.

✨ Stories:
- An Interview With the Women Leading the Way at BELL Construction: https://bit.ly/3XtDPG8
- Yes, She Can: https://bit.ly/4i1E8QA
- Who Builds the World? Girls!: https://bit.ly/4i1E8QA
- From the Ground Up: https://bit.ly/4ioD9cV

🏗️ Recruitment:
- A Women’s Institution: https://bit.ly/41oC7Hb
- To Earn Respect as a Woman in a Male-Dominated Field, Think Outside of Traditional Labels: https://bit.ly/4ipZMOq
- The Glass Netting: Women in Construction: https://bit.ly/3F83CgM

03/06/2025

Congratulations to Gaylor Electric on winning ABC’s 2025 Contractor of the Year award!

As a top-ranked, industry-leading company generating nearly $1 billion in annual revenue on multimillion-dollar, multiyear projects for high-profile clients such as Amazon, Nike, GE and Starbucks, it’s no surprise that Gaylor is now the first company in ABC’s 75-year history to earn the award twice.

So what’s their secret to success? Putting people first—and a firm belief that individual strengths, brought together, create exceptional outcomes.

“We are an attraction company, not a recruiting company. Yes, we’re short on electricians. But we want to become a company that people want to come to. Our goal is to change the world, one person at a time,” says Gaylor CEO Chuck Goodrich.

Learn more about Gaylor’s climb to the top and its extraordinary leadership in our article here: https://bit.ly/43ieS4a

03/06/2025

Live it, learn it and pass it on! That’s Becky’s motto as project manager of Ace Electric, Inc. This Women in Construction week, Ace honors the contributions of female skills in the construction industry.

In 2024, about 10.9% of construction workers in the United States were women, which is over 1.28 million people. This is a 53% increase from the previous decade. Ace Electric is leading that national statistic with 12% of their workforce being female.

Video: https://youtu.be/iPy5FvO6DWY

Women in Construction week- learn Becky's story and the wonderful leadership mentality she shares with her team.

03/05/2025

Last month, Gilbane Development Company appointed James Patchett as its new president and chief executive officer. Congratulations to James on his new role!

Get more updates on hiring and promotions in the industry here: https://bit.ly/4h7AUK4

03/04/2025

02/27/2025

The past few days of ABC National Convention 2025 have been a blast!

From dancing with tigers while rocking out to the Milwaukee Tool Shed Band at the opening night party, to witnessing construction excellence at the National Craft Championships and Construction Management Competition, this may have just been the best convention yet. We even got to show off our strength using DEWALT tools!

02/27/2025

We love to see the future generation of construction professionals working towards a brighter future!

02/20/2025

"Critical issues continue to challenge small businesses when it comes to sourcing materials and manufacturing overseas. The threat of significant tariffs on major U.S. trading partners is forcing wholesalers, retailers, manufacturers and many other business owners to reexamine their supply chains and develop sourcing strategies that reduce tariff costs while ensuring the timely delivery of goods."

Get insight into the key factors should focus on in 2025 from Ben Johnston, CEO of Kapitus, in our article here:

Small construction businesses have a further-reaching effect than it might seem. If you own, work at or work with a small construction company, pay attention to this year's outlook.