According to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of the  U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ 2025 Union Members Summary , 11.1% of U.S. construction industry workers belong to a union, an increase from 10.3% in 2024, versus 88.9% who do not.    The BLS reported that 995,000 construction industry workers were members of a union, while 8 million chose to pursue their careers in merit-based construction in 2025. The construction industry grew to 9 million workers in 202

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) has successfully conducted its first Spanish-language certification exams for Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade 1 and Concrete Strength Testing Technician at the ACI Southern California Resource Center, marking a significant milestone in ACI’s ongoing commitment to workforce development and providing information in multiple languages across the concrete industry.   The exams provided Spanish-speaking professionals the opportunity

Bidding Begins Closing: Tuesday, February 24th 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

In a strategic move designed to enhance synergies and leverage combined strengths of operations in Texas, Arizona and the Southwestern United States, FlatironDragados has combined its Texas operations with its Pulice Construction subsidiary. Creation of this new organization streamlines operations, improves risk management and bolsters the company's position in key markets.   The new organization — Pulice – a FlatironDragados company  — will leverage combined resources and te

Annual event welcomes members and non-members for an afternoon of play and networking Arizona Commercial Real Estate Women ( AZCREW ), the metro Phoenix chapter of the global CREW Network, has opened registration for its 2026 Pickleball Tournament and Clinic. The third annual event is open to members and non-members. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.   The tournament will take place on Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at The Picklr, 9190 E. Ta

Canyon State Electric announced Monday that Vince DiGuglielmo will be taking on the role of Vice President of Growth & Development. The move brings CSE’s marketing, recruitment, business development, and estimating teams under one unified department, aligning the company’s growth functions to support a more cohesive strategy and client experience.   DiGuglielmo joined CSE in 2022 as Marketing Manager after working in the digital agency space. He later expanded his responsibil

Class A, 2.4 million s.f. project surpasses Lincoln-owned Park303 LEED designation by one point The 2.4 million-square-foot Luke Field logistics campus, developed by global, full-service commercial real estate firm  Lincoln Property Company  (Lincoln) and Goldman Sachs (Goldman) in Glendale, Arizona, has achieved LEED Gold v4 for a Core & Shell and Warehouse Distribution Center. With the certification, Luke Field becomes Arizona’s highest-scoring LEED industrial building, sur

The construction industry added 33,000 jobs on net in January, 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 grown by 44,000 jobs, an increase of 0.5%. Nonresidential construction employment expanded by 27,900 positions, with gains in 2 of the 3 subcategories. Nonresidential specialty trade added 25,100 jobs, while nonresidential building added 3,60

The construction industry had 292,000 job openings on the last day of December, 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 8,000 in December and are up by 87,000 from the same time last year. “This release paints a slightly more upbeat pi

Honoring the industry’s top design-build teams for collaboration, execution and results The Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) has opened submissions for its  2026 Design-Build Project/Team Awards , which recognize the best design-build projects and teams nationwide. The DBIA Project/Team Awards honor design-build teams operating at the highest level of the profession. Winning projects demonstrate exceptional collaboration, disciplined leadership and delivery practices

Bidding Begins Closing: Saturday, February 14th 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

PENTA’s 19th Annual Safety Kick Off unites the construction community The PENTA Building Group (PENTA) successfully wrapped its 19th annual Safety Kick-Off, a multi-city initiative dedicated to industry excellence. The tour engaged thousands of construction experts and hosted a wide array of safety vendors. By leading targeted presentations on site-wide awareness, PENTA continues to drive the conversation on safety standards across the Southwest and Western region of the U.S.

Diversified Partners closed out 2025 with strong momentum across its retail investment platform, completing multiple high-profile transactions and executing across the full lifecycle of retail assets as investor demand continued to improve for well-located, necessity-driven properties. The year was defined by disciplined execution from acquisition through disposition, with successful closings across neighborhood shopping centers and single-tenant net-lease assets. Investor ap

Withey Morris Baugh , Arizona’s premier land use and zoning law firm, welcomes Taylor Roderick to its transactional practice, a move that significantly strengthens the firm’s capacity and service offering in real estate law and business transactions. Roderick joins a real estate group already distinguished by long-standing expertise and a full spectrum of transactional services. Roderick brings hands-on experience across a variety of projects shaping Arizona’s built environme

Bidding Begins Closing: Tuesday, February 10th 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

The construction industry needs to attract an estimated 349,000 net new workers in 2026 to meet demand for construction services, according to a proprietary model developed and released today by Associated Builders and Contractors. In 2027, the industry will need to bring in 456,000 new workers to meet demand as construction spending growth is poised to resume for the first time in years. ABC’s  proprietary model  uses the historical relationship between inflation-adjusted co

Industrial Solutions provides safe, efficient and high-quality solutions for the wider installation scope Mammoet has launched Industrial Solutions. It expands the company’s successful portfolio by providing installation solutions for large-scale and complex industrial projects across Europe’s high-tech, process, energy, and heavy industry.     Mammoet recognized a growing market demand for industrial installation services. With the launch of its new business offering, the co

As experiential wine travel continues to rise as one of 2026’s most compelling luxury travel trends, a new generation of oenophiles is seeking immersive wine travel destinations where sipping meets storytelling, education, and a true sense of terroir rather than a simple pour.    Enter  Castle Hot Springs , an off-grid desert retreat where wine travel is reimagined far from vineyard rows and tasting rooms. Through  Desert Vines , the resort pairs world-class wines with its wo

By: Alison Bailin Batz In January 2023, Child Crisis Arizona, whose mission is to provide children and youth in Arizona a safe environment, free from abuse and neglect, by creating strong and successful families, joined with CHASSE Building Team and Architectural Resource Team (ART) as well as local dignitaries including Mesa Vice Mayor Francisco Heredia, major funders including Janis Merrill, Kathye Brown, Erik Olsson, Thunderbird Charities, and board members to break ground

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) today announced registration is open for the Spring 2026 ACI Concrete Convention, March 29 – April 1, 2026, in greater Chicago, Ill., USA. Discounted rates available until March 27, 2026. The official hotel for the ACI Concrete Convention is the Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago, and all Convention events will take place at this hotel. Known as the world’s gathering place for advancing concrete, the event will bring together engineers, contrac

National nonresidential construction spending remained virtually unchanged on a monthly basis in October and was down 0.9% year over year, 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 $1.25 trillion. Spending rose month over month in 9 of the 16 nonresidential subcategories. Private nonresidential spending was down 0.2%, while public no

Canyon State Electric recently announced that it has transitioned to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), becoming an employee-owned company following a transaction completed in early November. The move formalizes the company’s long-standing commitment to investing in its people while ensuring long-term stability for clients, partners, and employees across the Southwest.   President Robert Hughes (left), CEO Stephanie Maderazzo-Hughes, and CEO/CBDO Chris Maderazzo (right)

As Dry January and the rapid rise of  dry tourism  reshape how travelers approach drinking culture, hospitality is entering a more intentional era, one where non-alcoholic beverages are crafted with the same care, creativity, and sense of occasion as traditional cocktail programs, elevating the ritual itself rather than emphasizing abstention. Especially with wellness travelers seeking sober getaways,  67% of whom are looking for new wellness activities to feel rejuvenated an

Expanded executive team sharpens operational focus and supports expansion into new high-growth markets   Nox Group , a hyper-scale industrial builder, announced a notable round of executive promotions and organizational realignments across its Phoenix headquarters and Southwest operations to support rising demand nationwide for mission-critical industrial facilities, including data centers, semiconductor plants, and water and wastewater infrastructure.  (L-R) Rob Infantino, R

IndiCap , a commercial real estate firm specializing in industrial investment and development throughout the U.S. Southwest, in partnership with  Invesco  Ltd. (NYSE: IVZ), a publicly traded, global independent investment management firm, announced today the completion of the sale of a 566,121-square-foot industrial building located within  Virgin Industrial Park  in Glendale, Arizona, to an undisclosed buyer. The transaction closed for a total consideration of $90,579,360.  

Leasing is officially underway at Verge, a newly delivered build-for-rent (BTR) community in Apache Junction, as residents begin moving into one of the East Valley’s most anticipated housing offerings – and we’re fully open to the public! Verge is thoughtfully designed to meet the growing demand for attainable, high-quality rental housing in the greater Phoenix metro. The community delivers modern single-family homes, intentional design, and a resident-first experience, witho

Construction input prices increased 0.6% in November 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 also increased 0.6% for the month. Overall construction input prices are 3.4% higher than one year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are 3.8% higher. Prices increased in 2 of 3 energy categories la

Emery Sapp & Sons (ESS) announced today that it has acquired the equipment of the Highway Services Group from Penhall Company, expanding its pavement maintenance and preservation capabilities nationwide. With this equipment asset purchase, ESS now owns the largest diamond grinding and grooving fleet in the United States, with more than 242 pieces of equipment. Paired with decades of experience and a deep bench of operational horsepower, this equipment expansion positions ESS

Bidding Begins Closing: Tuesday, January 20th 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

New leadership will advance professional development and industry impact across metro Phoenix Leading networking organization Arizona Commercial Real Estate Women ( AZCREW ) has named its 2026 Board of Directors, spanning leaders from a broad range of commercial real estate disciplines to help advance the organization’s mission of career growth, industry collaboration and meaningful connections for women in commercial real estate. Nicole Solar   Nicole Solar , Client Developm

The construction industry lost 11,000 jobs on net in December, 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 grew by 14,000 jobs, an increase of 0.2%. Nonresidential construction employment decreased by 7,800 positions on net, with losses in 2 of the 3 subcategories. Heavy and civil engineering added 2,300 jobs, while nonresidential specialty trade and

The construction industry had 292,000 job openings on the last day of November, 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 90,000 during the month and are up by 15,000 from the same time last year. “Construction job openings rose meaningf

Collaboration to boost efficiency and accessibility across global marine sectors Mammoet has entered into a strategic partnership with Tugdock Submersible Platforms Limited (Tugdock) to expand the use of the Tugdock Submersible Platform (TSP) - a breakthrough technology that improves buoyancy, stability, and load-in/load-out operations across marine industries.   The TSP is a modular, submersible platform that allows large floating structures to be transferred seamlessly from

Webcor LP, a full-service commercial builder headquartered in San Francisco, announces the acquisition of GCON, a construction management firm based in Phoenix. The transaction is expected to close in Q4 2025, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. Matt Rossie This strategic relationship enables Webcor to leverage GCON’s expertise in critical environments – including data centers and semiconductor projects­­­ – to expand into high-growth technology

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) today announced its specification, ACI SPEC-563-25: Repair of Concrete in Buildings, is now available in the International System of Units (SI). This milestone provides design and construction professionals worldwide with greater accessibility and usability of ACI’s widely respected repair specifications. The SI edition of ACI SPEC-563-25 ensures that engineers, contractors, and owners working in global markets can implement the specifica

Bidding Begins Closing: Saturday, January 10th at 8:00 am Live Preview Monday Jan. 5th - Friday Jan. 9th 7AM - 3:15PM WSM Will Be CLOSED December 23rd Thru January 4th 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

Cheers rumbled throughout the Enclave business park in Tempe last week during the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Canyon State Electric’s (CSE) new office headquarters, located at 1618 S Priest Dr., #101, Tempe, AZ 85281.   The  new location  features nearly 15,000 SF of office space and a warehouse over 6,000 SF— a combined footprint almost double the size of the company’s previous location in Phoenix. The conjoined office and warehouse will give CSE the ability to house both of

$129 million project will improve mobility and support future growth near key semiconductor facility.   The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) awarded Pulice, a FlatironDragados company, a major freeway contract to improve mobility and capacity on the State Route 303L corridor in northwest Phoenix.    The $129 million Bob Stump Memorial Parkway 303L project — located between 51st Avenue and Interstate 17 — aims to alleviate congestion and prepare the rapidly growing

New North Phoenix Facility Combines Warehouse, Office and Lifestyle Amenities Construction on the future headquarters of  Muscular Moving Men & Storage  and  M3 Commercial Moving & Logistics , the leading local moving company serving the Valley since 2008, is officially underway following a groundbreaking ceremony held yesterday.  LGE Design Build , a national design-build firm, is serving as both architect and general contractor for the project. Located at 2601 E. Rose Garde

New neighborhood flex bay campus delivers adaptable, community-focused space for small and mid-sized businesses Cavan Commercial  has completed Power Commerce Park in Gilbert, providing a modern neighborhood flex bay (NFB) campus at a time when demand for light industrial space continues to rise. The development, located at 3380 S. Power Road at the northwest corner of Power and Elliot roads, includes 12 freestanding 12,171-square-foot buildings designed to serve the East Val

Brings Innovative Project Partners and industry veterans Thomas and Benjamin Fyffe to SLC team Leading Phoenix-based general contractor  Stevens-Leinweber Construction  (SLC) announced it will acquire local construction firm Innovative Building Partners (Innovative). Thomas Fyffe II   The acquisition further expands SLC’s industry network, in-house talent bench and award-winning platform, which spans more than four decades and includes more than 17 million square feet of comp

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is pleased to recognize several individuals for their outstanding contributions and dedication to ACI and the concrete industry. The Fall 2025 awardees consist of personal and paper award winners who were recognized at the ACI Concrete Convention, October 26-29, 2025, in Baltimore, MD, USA.   The following medals and awards recognize exemplary achievement, groundbreaking research, and service to ACI and the concrete industry:   ·        

Diversified Partners, a leading Scottsdale-based real estate brokerage and development firm, announced that Cirrus, a global leader in personal aviation, has leased Suite C of the building located at 15979 N. 76th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85260. Cirrus will use the space to house a new flight simulator to support Cirrus Vision Jet recurrent flight instruction.   The state-of-the-art facility offers a modern environment tailored to Cirrus’s high-performance training needs. The expa

Diversified Partners , one of Arizona’s leading real estate brokerage and development firms, has announced plans for a new 16-acre mixed-use retail development located at the northeast corner of Cactus Road and Cotton Lane within the rapidly growing Prasada Master Plan Community in Surprise. The project will include approximately 120,000 square feet of space designed to accommodate a wide range of retail, service, and lifestyle uses. The development will offer pad sites, shop

Information Management Network (IMN) kicked off its three-day Single-Family Rental (SFR) Forum in Scottsdale with a dinner and award ceremony held at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess on Monday, Dec. 1.  The award ceremony celebrates companies for industry excellence in multiple categories. It is the second year in a row, IMN honored the Scottsdale general contractor, a leader in build-to-rent communities, as the 2025 Architect, Engineer & Construction (AEC) Service company of

Two-building, 120,000-square-foot Development Marks Creation’s Third Industrial Project in Tempe This Year Innovative real estate developer  Creation  officially broke ground yesterday on a six-acre industrial development in Tempe during a ceremony attended by project partners, city leaders and community stakeholders. The development will deliver more than 120,000 square feet across two buildings, with joint venture partner  Pacific Office Automation  pre-leasing one building

$60 million East Gate Plaza set to elevate Mesa’s tech corridor Diversified Partners , one of Arizona’s leading real estate brokerage and development firms, has announced plans for East Gate Plaza, a new $60 million retail destination located at the northeast corner of Elliot and Ellsworth roads in Mesa, Arizona.   Spanning approximately 17 acres, East Gate Plaza is designed to meet growing demand for high-quality retail, dining and wellness experiences in the rapidly expandi

Construction workers spend hours working under the blistering summer sun, pushing through intense labor while wearing heavy gear. Even if they think they’re drinking enough water, they can still be prone to rapid dehydration from electrolyte loss through sweating. However, using the Hydration Punch from Roundhouse Provisions is just the thing their body needs to prevent complications like fainting and shock. It's a refreshing, zero-sugar electrolyte mix formulated to suppor

The I‑10 Broadway Curve Improvement Project has earned one of ACEC Arizona’s 2025 Grand Awards in its Excellence in Arizona Engineering Awards. This recognition honors exceptional collaboration, innovation, and infrastructure impact across the Phoenix metro corridor.     “We had a great team, from our client ADOT to our JV partners and designers. It’s a special feeling to get an accolade of this level.”  That’s Pulice Senior Project Manager Amy Haymaker reacting to the I-10 B

CHASSE Building Team, an employee-owned and operated general contractor that oversees more than $620 million in construction projects across Arizona annually, kicked off the holiday season early by coming together for CHASSE-giving, an annual giving event wherein employees volunteer together to help the local community. This year, more than 80 local team members and partners took part, leading up to Thanksgiving, making it the organization’s biggest success to date. Altogethe