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What firms are part of the construction team tapped for the United Center-area redevelopment project expected to transform 55 acres over the next 15 years?

ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.com/economics

Much of the discussion around artificial intelligence in construction focuses on the jobsite — automation, robotics, computer vision. Those applications are real and increasingly visible. but the larger economic impact sits earlier…

Elevated section of the Cross Bronx Expressway has deteriorating bridges, but community members were not happy with repair options the state DOT offered.

Well-funded startups including Motif Systems and Arcol have brought more architect-friendly, web-native design tools to market in recent years.<!–

Does holding company’s bigger move into residential development reflect more than a housing bet as economists see signs that construction growth may be broadening?

What did Sam Altman, founder and CEO of OpenAI, say about the future of AI and a controversial $16-billion data campus under construction in Michigan?

Can AI turn construction PDFs into project intelligence? Bluebeam Max brings Claude-powered automation, smart reviews and BIM-connected workflows to accelerate decision-making.

Residential, public work account for much of the increase. 

A 1-million‑sq‑ft construction equipment production plant in San Antonio is being built for automation, flexibility and long‑term growth.