Construction

  • TxDOT’s Two Oldest Divisions Mark a Century of Excellence

    The two oldest divisions of TxDOT recently turned 100 years old, celebrating a rich history that began with wooden bridges and dirt roads and now includes high-speed highways and autonomous vehicles. The Texas Highway Department—as TxDOT was called in the early days—created the Maintenance Division in 1923 to handle the upkeep of Texas roads. The…

  • TxDOT: I-35 Corridor Construction to Continue

    TxDot reports that the construction work on the I-35 corridor connecting San Antonio and Austin seems to be never-ending. According to the head of the Texas Department of Transportation, this is due to the continuous growth in the state, which shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Recently, Texas surpassed a population of 30…

  • Harris County’s New Construction Safety Policy

    A new policy introduced by Harris County Attorney Christian D. Menefee to improve the safety of workers on Harris County construction projects was unanimously adopted by the Commissioners Court. Thousands of working people are killed on the job every year, and millions more suffer serious injury or illness. This takes an enormous emotional and physical…

  • KDW Expands into Austin with New Office Opening

    Kingham Dalton Wilson, Ltd. (KDW), a distinguished leader in the construction industry with expertise in design-build industrial and commercial construction, is increasing its presence in Central Texas. The establishment of a new office in Austin marks a significant achievement in the company’s strategic growth, tracing its roots back to 1895. The expansion aligns with the…

  • Expansion. Collaboration. Opportunity

    “Connectivity met with opportunity creates room for prosperity.” ~ Unknown On October 18, Subcontractors USA held its first annual E.C.O. Summit, a gathering of visionaries, leaders, and change-makers from diverse backgrounds and industries. We wanted to talk about three essential pillars that underpin our collective journey: Expansion, Collaboration, and Opportunity. Expansion is the pulsating core…

  • Factors Behind Texas’ Decline in Construction Employment and D.C.’s Rise

    Construction employment increased in 45 states and the District of Columbia in August from a year earlier, while 32 states and D.C. added construction employees from July to August, according to an analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America today. Association officials noted that most contractors report having a…

  • How Municipal Utility Districts Benefit Developers and Residents

    Municipal utility districts (MUDs) have been used by cities and counties throughout Texas for decades. These special districts assist towns and developers in funding utility projects and developing residential areas, but understanding the complexities of a MUD is critical to reaping the most benefits from it. MUDs contribute to planned developments and affordable housing in…

  • Noble Texas Builders: Always Looking Forward. Exceeding Expectations.

    Noble Texas Builders, LLC (Noble) is respected, results-driven, and award-winning for its unique and professional approach to the construction business. Firmly standing on its core values of trust, teamwork, and community, Noble provides general contracting, design-build, construction management, facility maintenance, and development services designed to exceed the expectations of every client it serves. Noble was…

  • 4 ways construction technology platforms improve team collaboration

    When it comes to general contractors and payment applications, “technology” and “collaboration” may not be the first words that come to mind. As the construction industry continues to innovate, we’ve found that technology solutions are doing more than just make certain processes easier. Below we highlight four ways we’ve seen innovative technology platforms influence team…

  • Looking at Industry Challenges, Forecasts & the Future

    For solid and consistent business success in a competitive construction market, it’s vital that you remain aware of statistics and data.  These recent findings highlight the state of construction around Texas and our nation, which will prove valuable in your decision-making when it comes to partnerships, certifications, and expansion efforts.  Whether you are a general…

  • Construction Firms Look to Public Sector Demand as Outlook for Private-Sector Projects Dims in 2023; 69 Percent of Firms Plan to Hire in the New Year

    Construction contractors are less optimistic about many private-sector segments than they were a year ago, but their expectations for the public sector market have remained relatively bullish, according to survey results released recently by the Associated General Contractors of America and Sage. The findings are detailed in High Hopes for Public Sector Funding Amid Workforce…

  • Overall Costs for Construction Materials Decline Steeply in December but Contractors Remain Wary Costs Will Go Up Again in the Year Ahead

    Plunging prices for diesel fuel, lumber, and steel cooled inflation for materials and services used in construction in December, but relief may be short-lived, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data released today. Association officials noted that contractors listed material costs as one of their top concerns in…

  • Construction Adds 20,000 Employees In November As Average Hourly Pay Jumps More Than 6 Percent, Outpacing Overall Private Sector Increase

    Construction companies added 20,000 employees in November and continued to raise wages for hourly workers more steeply than other sectors as the industry’s unemployment rate tumbled, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of new government data. Association officials said the data shows that firms would have added significantly more workers…

  • Construction Materials Costs Rise 10.1 Percent Between November 2021 and November 2022 With Double-Digit Increases in Numerous Building Products

    The price of materials and services used in nonresidential construction continued rising at a double-digit rate in November from a year earlier, propelled by outsized increases in the cost of a variety of building materials, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government data released today. Association officials noted that…