Safe Construction Practices Highlighted During 2026 National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls

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The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration is encouraging construction employers and workers nationwide to participate in the 13th annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction, taking place May 4-8. The nationwide event focuses on preventing falls, the leading cause of fatalities in the construction industry, and reinforces the importance of planning, training and hazard awareness to protect workers. Because falls continue to pose a significant risk in construction, OSHA is making prevention a top priority. Through efforts like the Safety Stand-Down, the agency is working to drive real change and emphasizing that lasting progress is … Read more

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DPR Construction Debuts Silicon Valley Office & Prefab Facility

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DPR Construction has opened a Silicon Valley Office and Prefabrication Assembly Facility in Santa Clara, California. The 113,702-square-foot facility brings the company’s regional and corporate operations together with its Prefabrication Assembly Facility, uniting office, craft and fabrication teams under one roof. The building houses 68,160 square feet of open office space and 45,542 square feet dedicated to prefabrication, research and development. The facility was built by DPR and its Family of Companies, including OES, EIG and GPLA, all of which also occupy the space. Designed by SmithGroup, the building intentionally removes barriers between administrative and craft employees to encourage connection and collaboration. All … Read more

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Groundbreaking Held for Broward Health Medical Center Medical Office Building

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Construction firm Robins & Morton joined Remedy Medical Properties and Broward Health to celebrate the groundbreaking of a new medical office building on the Broward Health Medical Center main campus in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on April 30. The eight-story, 188,000-square-foot facility will include 129 exam rooms, expanding access to healthcare in Broward County and providing space for primary care and specialty physician offices. The medical office building is designed for flexibility and scalability and has the ability to expand to 237 exam rooms. Services will include cardiovascular, pulmonology, primary care, gastroenterology, neuroscience, women’s services and space for future growth. The … Read more

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Curran Young Construction Begins Phase II Modernization of North Road Terminal at Naples Airport

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Curran Young Construction will begin work in May on phase II of renovations at the North Road Terminal at Naples Airport. Phase II work will include renovations to the lobby, waiting areas, car rental spaces and grab-n-go cafe, as well as interior finishes, furnishings, air conditioning systems and roof repairs. The work at the airport, scheduled to run through November 2026, is designed to modernize the terminal’s interior while maintaining full airport operations throughout construction. The 14,884-square-foot project includes selective demolition and significant interior upgrades, such as new terrazzo flooring, modernized car rental agency counters and all-new mechanical, electrical, plumbing … Read more

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New Study Finds Only 8% of Construction Pros Use AI on the Job; Training is Critical to Drive Implementation

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As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms industries and becomes an essential jobsite tool for construction and industrial businesses, a new national study from DEWALT reveals an emerging disconnect – the construction workforce is eager for AI, but lacks the hands-on training needed to unlock its full potential. The AI in the Trades study surveyed construction professionals across the globe. In the U.S., 90% of construction professionals believe AI will be indispensable within five years, yet only 8% use AI on the job. The primary barrier to using AI cited by professionals is a lack of formal, job-relevant training. An overwhelming 87% … Read more

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