Blach Construction Promotes Justin Cabral to General Superintendent

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Justin Cabral has been promoted to general superintendent at Blach Construction. With over 30 years of experience in the construction industry, he’s built a distinguished career marked by leadership, technical expertise and a commitment to quality. Since joining Blach in 2010, Cabral has played a pivotal role in the success of countless complex projects across various markets and delivery methods, where his market knowledge and operational insight have been instrumental in delivering innovative, lasting solutions. A natural leader and mentor, he is passionate about developing talent and strengthening the company’s field teams. He is known for fostering an environment of … Read more

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Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association Urges Safe Usage on Construction Sites

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Portable generators are often essential on today’s construction sites. From early-stage developments where permanent power has not yet been installed to temporary power needs that keep crews productive and projects on schedule, generators play a critical role in meeting demanding timelines across the building trades. Because these units are used daily in rugged, fast-moving environments, jobsite safety must remain a top priority. The Portable Generator Manufacturers’ Association encourages contractors, equipment managers, rental companies and safety professionals to be aware of its safety and performance standard for portable generators. PGMA reminds professionals that CO-shutoff technology is a cornerstone of portable generators, … Read more

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Ground Broken on ASU’s New Health HQ Building in Downtown Phoenix Bioscience Core

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A ground-breaking ceremony was recently celebrated for Arizona State University’s new Health Headquarters building in downtown Phoenix, Arizona. The project team includes general contractor McCarthy Building Companies, design partners CO Architects and DFDG Architects, as well as Meyer Borgman Johnson (structural engineering), Spectrum Engineers (MEP engineering), Dibble Engineers (civil engineering), TrueForm Landscape Architecture Studio (landscape architecture), Bowman Fire & Life Safety (safety consultant), WSP USA Buildings (sustainability consultant) and NV5 (AV/IT/security consultant). The approximately 175,000-square-foot, five-story facility being constructed in the downtown Phoenix Bioscience Core will be home to ASU’s new medical and engineering school with clinical space and two … Read more

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Mental Health Matters on the Job

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Recognizing the warning signs and how to respond By: Sidney Hawkins Demand for construction has never been higher. Cranes dot the skyline, crews work long hours and projects stretch years into the future. But behind the hard hats and deadlines is a growing crisis that does not show up in a project schedule, and it’s costing the industry more than it can afford to ignore. Nearly two-thirds of U.S. construction workers reported experiencing anxiety or depression in the last year, up from 54% just a year ago. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, construction workers face one of … Read more

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Tackling Burnout in Construction

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How mental strain can increase safety risks in the field By Dan Lester Over the last 30 years, the construction industry has made significant strides in reducing jobsite injuries, which have declined 83% since 1995. Yet as the industry continues striving toward a zero-incident culture, it’s equally critical to prioritize psychological safety alongside physical safety to address a deeper, often hidden mental health crisis — one that affects not only workers’ personal lives, but also jobsite safety and performance. This is especially important given that construction workers experience higher rates of depression, substance misuse and suicide than many other professions. … Read more

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