Bidding Begins Closing: Tuesday, August 18th 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

Mack Real Estate Group and McCourt Partners take aim at TSMC suppliers with construction of 2.5 million square feet of industrial buildings for lease at 2,400-acre ‘City Within a City’ Mack Real Estate Group (MREG) and McCourt Partners announced today plans for the first phase of industrial buildings for lease within the approximately 2,400-acre Halo Vista master plan in North Phoenix, following Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) 's announcement that it will in

Best-selling author Amy Jo Martin to serve as keynote speaker Tickets are on sale now for the third annual Arizona Commercial Real Estate Women (AZCREW) Woman ICON event, honoring a trailblazing woman in commercial real estate who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and innovation, paving the way for future generations. The celebration will be held Wednesday, Sept. 16, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N. Central Ave. in Phoenix, and will include net

A venture between Formation Interests ("FORMATION") and an affiliate of Crescent Real Estate LLC has broken ground on Phase II of Formation Park 10, a 261,168-square-foot industrial development in Goodyear, Arizona. The three-building expansion follows the successful completion of Phase I and will bring Formation Park 10 to nearly 689,000 square feet of industrial space across five buildings on 44 acres. The Project is located at the intersection of Bullard Avenue and Celebra

Associated Builders and Contractors today released its fifth annual construction technology report, the ABC Field Tech Report, which highlights the tools and innovations shaping project sites, showcasing the possibilities and opportunities when technology transforms construction in the field. “ABC’s fifth annual construction technology report turns the spotlight to the jobsite, where field technology is driving the next stage of progress,” said Matt Abeles, ABC vice president

ACI welcomes attendees to Atlanta following a record-breaking attendance during the Spring 2026 event in Rosemont, Ill. The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has announced that registration is open for the Fall 2026 ACI Concrete Convention in Atlanta, Ga. Known as the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete, the convention will take place October 11 – 14, 2026. The official hotel for the ACI Concrete Convention is the Hilton Atlanta. The Concrete Convention brings t

A new fire station, long in the works, is now underway in Lake Havasu City. City officials, first responders and community members joined Willmeng Construction to break ground on the new Fire Station No. 7 in Lake Havasu City’s fast-growing southeastern neighborhood. Lake Havasu City staff, elected officials and members of the project team throw some dirt during the ceremonial groundbreaking for the new Lake Havasu City Fire Station No. 7. Fire Station No. 7, located at McCul

Bidding Begins Closing: Saturday, August 8th at 8:00 am Live Preview Live Preview Tuesday - Friday 7 AM - 3:15 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

Facility is largest speculative industrial project in GO Industrial portfolio Willmeng Construction recently began work on GO|99 North, the newest 1 million square foot speculative industrial building in the Valley. For developer GO Industrial, the 1.1 million square foot, Class A warehouse and distribution facility is the largest single building the company has brought to market. "GO | 99 North answers a genuine shortage of million-square-foot-plus buildings in this market,

CSCE pre-leases 4,830 square feet at new Class A shallow-bay industrial development in Phoenix's West Valley IndiCap, a commercial real estate firm specializing in industrial investment and development throughout the Southwest U.S., and VAC Development, a real estate investment and operating company, have secured the first pre-lease at Bethany Bay, their 136,800-square-foot Class A shallow-bay industrial development currently under construction in Glendale, Arizona. The lease

Bidding Begins Closing: Tuesday, August 4th 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

Major fitness center takes first position in FIVE NORTH at VISTANCIA commercial retail area Phoenix-based retail brokerage specialist Western Retail Advisors (WRA) has completed the sale of 4.1 acres within FIVE NORTH at VISTANCIA from Vistancia Development LLC to Mountainside Fitness, bringing a major fitness operator to the award-winning, 7,100-acre Vistancia master-planned community in North Peoria, Arizona. Totaling $3,013,808, the sale represents the first milestone fo

Developing a 23.88-acre mixed-use project featuring a 50,000-square-foot medical building alongside retail, restaurant, build-to-suit, and sales opportunities in the rapidly expanding Ironwood Road corridor. Diversified Partners, a leading Scottsdale-based commercial real estate brokerage and development firm, is advancing a new approximately 23.88-acre mixed-use development at the southeast corner of Ironwood Road and Ranch Road in San Tan Valley, creating opportunities for

Primak Construction Group (PCG), a leading Arizona-based commercial and industrial contractor, has begun work on the renovation and expansion of High Desert Hyundai, located at 4195 Stockton Hill Road in Kingman, Arizona. The 19,900-square-foot automotive dealership project includes the renovation of a 14,043-square-foot service and sales center along with the addition of a 1,963-square-foot service drive, a 2,701-square-foot showroom, and a 786-square-foot vehicle delivery

Robust Data Center Backlog and Steady 1% Quarterly Cost Growth Anchor Second Half Outlook Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB) has released its second quarter 2026 Quarterly Construction Cost Report (QCR), highlighting a period of strategic alignment and healthy stabilization across the North American construction market. Current data confirm that construction cost inflation has settled into a sustainable quarterly pace of approximately 1%, allowing developers to advance long-term cap

Gorman & Company, alongside city leaders, recently celebrated the groundbreaking of Casa Grande Apartments at 115 W. Main Avenue, Casa Grande, AZ. The event marked the start of construction on a new affordable housing community that will contribute to the broader reinvestment effort in the city’s core. Exterior Rendering of Casa Grande Apartments “The City of Casa Grande is thrilled to have Gorman & Company bring this project to our community, said Robert Aldous, assistant to

Name Change Reflects Campus Expansion, Unified National Brand and Continued Commitment to Arizona's Skilled Trades Workforce Tulsa Welding School, a leading provider of specialized career education, announces the Refrigeration School, Inc. (RSI), one of Arizona's most respected skilled trades training institutions, will change its name to Tulsa Welding School (TWS) in Arizona, effective July 20, 2026. This move is part of a strategic initiative to unify its campuses under a

The Problem Packaging from industrial, commercial, and institutional sources represents 52% of plastic packaging waste generated in Canada. Studies from Europe estimate that approximately 80% of the plastic waste from on-site construction activities is clean packaging and can be easily diverted from landfills. The remainder comes from excess product, offcuts and wastage of plastic building products, including some hard-to-manage plastics. The current linear model Plastics are

Seven decades after its founding in Japan, the global cladding leader combines residential scale abroad and commercial performance at home in a single Architectural Wall Panel solution Nichiha USA celebrates its 70th anniversary this month, marking seven decades since the company's founding in Japan in June 1956. What began as a regional building-products manufacturer has grown into a global cladding leader with more than 3,000 employees across 13 locations worldwide, protect

Public spaces are often designed around safety requirements with materials selected primarily for compliance and performance. But what if those same materials could also help shape the visitor experience—how people feel, move, and connect within a space? A compelling example of this idea in practice is ‘The Clearing’, a permanent installation at the Folkestone Triennial visitor center in Folkestone, UK. Inspired by a forest clearing, the project uses Garnica Fireshield® plywo

Construction input prices increased 2.6% in May compared to the previous month, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index data released today. Nonresidential construction input prices increased 2.4% for the month. Overall construction materials prices are 9.6% higher than one year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are 9.7% higher. Prices increased in 2 of the 3 energy subcategories la

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

State-of-the-art facility will enhance public safety, officer wellness, andresponse times for the rapidly growing community Willmeng Construction recently joined the City of Surprise to celebrate the groundbreaking of the Surprise Police Department's first-ever substation. Located at the northwest corner of 163rd Avenue and San Ysidro Road, the nearly 32,000-square-foot facility is designed to serve as a fully equipped operational hub and keep pace with the rapid population g

National nonresidential construction spending increased 0.1% in April, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data published today by the U.S. Census Bureau. On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $1.250 trillion. Spending was up on a monthly basis in 10 of the 16 nonresidential subcategories. Private nonresidential spending was down 0.2%, while public nonresidential construction spending was up 0.4% in April. Spend

Alidade Capital, Pine Creek Real Estate Partners developing TenSixty Interchange small-bay project On behalf of Alidade Capital and Pine Creek Real Estate Partners, Phoenix-based general contractor Stevens-Leinweber Construction (SLC) today broke ground on TenSixty Interchange, an office-to-industrial redevelopment that will bring new mid-size, infill industrial product to the Interstate 10/Baseline Road corridor in Tempe, Arizona. The groundbreaking comes after months of d

Bidding Begins Closing: Saturday, June 13th at 8:00 am Live Preview Live Preview Tuesday - Friday 7 AM - 3:15 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

The construction industry had 259,000 job openings on the last day of April, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey. JOLTS defines a job opening as any unfilled position for which an employer is actively recruiting. Industry job openings increased by 25,000 last month and are up by 52,000 from the same time last year. “This release of April data suggests that contra

Associated Builders and Contractors announced today that experienced industrial construction and business leader Joel Thames will be the association’s new vice president of health, safety, environment and workforce development. As a key member of ABC’s executive leadership team, Thames will lead health and safety, environment and workforce development initiatives. Thames brings to ABC 20 years of construction experience and a strong passion for workforce development. He has b

Diversified Partners, a leading real estate brokerage and development firm, has officially closed on the landmark Scottsdale waterfront property that will become The Lakefront at Scottsdale, a mixed-use redevelopment designed to revitalize one of the area’s most recognizable lakefront sites. The Lakefront represents the revitalization of a landmark waterfront site in Scottsdale, transforming a long-established location into a destination for dining, curated retail and gathe

Bidding Begins Closing: Tuesday, June 9th 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

Expanded guidance offers practical tools for smarter, more strategic teaming The Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) has released Design-Build Teaming Agreements: A Design-Build Done Right® Deeper Dive, an expanded resource that builds on DBIA’s existing teaming agreement guidance with updated recommendations, practical tools and real-world considerations for increasingly complex design-build pursuits. The publication provides practical guidance for design-builders, desi