Hitachi Energy, a global leader in electrification, has introduced HyFlex® Compact – a hybrid generator and flexible power hub that provides zero-emission electricity for temporary and off-grid applications such as construction projects and other infrastructure. The configurable system combines hydrogen fuel cells with high-performance batteries and can integrate additional power sources, delivering stable AC power as a clean alternative to diesel generation. As electricity

Along the Caribbean coastline of Quintana Roo, Mexico, the turquoise waters around the famous eco‑archaeological park hide a demanding construction site beneath the surface. Here, deep underwater excavation was essential to expand docks and facilities for cruise ships, an operation where traditional tools simply would not last. To meet these demands, the project team relied on Chicago Pneumatic CP 1290 pneumatic handheld breakers, powered by CPS 350-175 portable air compresso

Associated Builders and Contractors reported today that its Construction Backlog Indicator rose to 9.1 months in May, according to an ABC member survey conducted May 20 to June 3. The reading is up 0.3 months from April and 0.7 months from May 2025. View ABC's Construction Backlog Indicator and Construction Confidence Index for May. View the full Construction Backlog Indicator and Construction Confidence Index data series. Backlog for the month increased in every region exce

To meet the demands of affordable housing construction, MRA Equipment Rental LLC is leveraging Liebherr’s self-erecting tower cranes to streamline modular construction sites throughout Miami, including Princeton Gateways I. These advanced cranes enable rapid deployment and offer easy maneuverability, making them an ideal choice for the urban construction site. Renowned for its tropical climate, vibrant culture, and diverse community, Miami is a highly sought-after city for th

By Brian Pouderoyen, True Harvest, a marijuana cultivator, planned to expand its leased facility to accommodate three new marijuana flowering rooms. Each room was designed to regulate temperature and house 160 specialized high-voltage lights. True Harvest contracted with Rocinante Construction to be the general contractor for the construction of the new rooms. The parties used a standard American Institute of Architects (AIA) construction contract, AIA Document A101-2007. T

ESS Companies (ESSC), a heavy civil construction holding company with operating organizations across Arizona, Colorado, and the Midwest, announced today that Paul Arnold has been named Executive Vice President, Operations, joining the ESSC Executive Management Team. Recently, ESSC made two acquisitions in Colorado, Monks Construction and ESCO Construction. Arnold’s role expansion comes as ESSC continues to grow its footprint in high‑growth markets and invests in leadership

Meta Platforms Inc. and Associated Builders and Contractors today announced a partnership to educate and provide construction-ready career pathways for thousands of data center construction technicians kicking off in Indiana, Louisiana, Ohio and Texas as a meaningful step toward meeting the growing demand for data centers workers nationwide. America’s Workforce Academy is a $115 million investment in the next generation of construction professionals that includes a five-week

NEU: An ACI Center of Excellence for Carbon Neutral Concrete (NEU) and the Resilience Action Fund (RAF) today announced the two organizations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) documenting a shared commitment to advancing the adoption of resilient construction practices that will enhance the service life of structures that include concrete or potentially increase the use of concrete in the new and/or existing built environment. NEU and RAF staff will work toget

Bidding Begins Closing: Tuesday, July 7th at 8:00 AM Preview Date: Live Preview Thursday, Friday & Monday 7 AM - 3:30 PM Visit us online at wsmauctioneers.com Start Bidding Now Invoices will be emailed to the successful bidders We make the online bidding process easy by offering ProxiBid Our mailing address is: WSM Auctioneers 1616 S 67th Ave Phoenix, AZ 85043-7700 #WSMAuctioneers

Mold is everywhere—it grows from microscopic airborne spores, and once those land on something, mold grows and can do a lot of damage to the materials it's on. Out in the woods and fields, mold's job is to break down organic materials and return them to the earth as nutrients. Unfortunately, mold doesn't discriminate between a fallen tree branch and a living room wall. Its job is to break down whatever it's growing on, and it's very good at doing this. Mold thrives in moist,

The construction industry added 9,000 jobs on net in April, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. On a year-over-year basis, industry employment has expanded by 50,000 jobs, an increase of 0.6%. Nonresidential construction employment increased by 19,000 positions, with gains in all three subcategories. Nonresidential specialty traded added the most jobs, increasing by 12,600 positions. Nonre

Phoenix-based GCON Co-Founder and CEO Mike Godbehere has been named an EY US Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2026 Pacific Southwest Award winner. Godbehere was selected among nearly 1,000 program participants that included 592 finalists across 17 regions competing for the title. Now in its 41st year, Entrepreneur Of The Year honors business leaders for their ingenuity, courage and entrepreneurial spirit. In the case of Godbehere, this includes his successful infusion of innovation

Tech infrastructure specialist fills Buildings A and B at 2.4 million s.f. logistics campus Lincoln Property Company (“Lincoln”), a global, full-service real estate firm with over $31 billion of assets under management, has executed two full-building leases at its 2.4 million-square-foot Luke Field development in Glendale, Arizona. Totaling over 1.1 million square feet, the commitments bring the Class A, three building, LEED certified logistics campus to 100% occupied. The ne

Destination at Gateway includes 24 Auto Row, a purpose-built 80-acre Auto Mall, and a Retail Power Center in one of Arizona's fastest-growing corridors Diversified Partners, a leading Scottsdale-based commercial real estate brokerage and development firm, is advancing Destination at Gateway, a 163-acre power center development located at the new SR-24 interchange at Signal Butte Road in Mesa, Ariz. The project includes two distinct components now available for lease: 24 Auto

Sun State Builders tilts concrete walls on new 450,000-square-foot Class A warehouse in Phoenix. Pasternack Properties contracted the design-build general contractor to bring the $26.5 million industrial spec project to life. The industrial building is located at the Southeast corner of 83rd Avenue and Interstate 10. Sun State Builders broke ground on the project in early March and is targeting construction completion in December 2026. Designed by Pasternack Properties’ archi

Names Nancy McClure Senior Vice President & Southern Arizona Market Leader Phoenix-based retail brokerage specialist Western Retail Advisors (WRA) has announced the opening of a Tucson office, further expanding the firm’s long-standing Arizona presence. The office will be led by Nancy McClure, who joins Western Retail Advisors as Senior Vice President & Southern Arizona Market Leader. McClure brings decades of retail real estate experience to the firm, including more than 3

Three-building Class A project brings small-bay, yard-oriented neighborhood flex bay industrial product to growing Signal Butte corridor Scottsdale-based Cavan Commercial has officially broken ground on Signal Butte & Germann, a three-building, Class A light industrial development in Mesa’s emerging Signal Butte industrial corridor. Paul Komadina, partner and chief strategy officer, Alexander Building Company; James Sullins, project manager, Alexander Building Company; Josh C

Bidding Begins Closing: Tuesday, June 23rd at 8:00 AM Preview Date: Live Preview Thursday, Friday & Monday 7 AM - 3:30 PM Visit us online at wsmauctioneers.com Start Bidding Now Invoices will be emailed to the successful bidders We make the online bidding process easy by offering ProxiBid Our mailing address is: WSM Auctioneers 1616 S 67th Ave Phoenix, AZ 85043-7700 #WSMAuctioneers

Architecture and design firm Dekker announced today the appointment of Emily Allen as chief executive officer, effective immediately. Allen succeeds Benjamin Gardner, who has served as CEO since 2019 and will transition to managing principal of the firm's Government Studio. Allen follows a deliberate succession process led by Dekker's executive leadership team and was unanimously selected to lead the firm into its next chapter. “After more than two decades working alongside E