Even before projects reach the shovel-ready phase, a “business as usual” mindset can stunt sustainability goals, says John Delaney, sustainability director at Beyer Blinder Belle Architects & Planners.

The International Longshoremen’s Association halts work at East and Gulf coast ports, potentially impacting construction materials and equipment.

Regional subcontractors are navigating the highs and lows of a busy post-pandemic construction environment, growing exponentially while battling continuing labor and supply chain challenges that call for creativity alongside cautious optimism.

Many trade contractors were forced by the COVID-19 pandemic to take a hard look at their supply chains.

Most construction and engineering companies operate with a fragmented supply chain network, which puts them at a significant disadvantage.

Lingering supply chain issues, inflation, rising materials costs and labor shortages weren’t enough to keep contractors in the Midwest down in 2022.

A commentary that urges contractors not to be passive in the face of supply chain problems.

Even as specialty contractors in the Southeast weather supply chain issues and price spikes, they see continued growth in the years ahead.