Data centers helped fuel contractor revenue growth in 2023, with Southwest firms collectively reporting a 13% overall gain.

The Las Cruces area should begin to see major investments in how municipalities manage and protect water resources in southern New Mexico.

The $11-billion, 3,515-MW SunZia Wind and Transmission project spans 550 miles across New Mexico and Arizona.

ENR Southwest's Top Starts ranking of projects that started construction in 2023 will publish in the March 11 print edition.

Dodge offers data on projected 2024 construction starts in the Albuquerque area.

The annual awards program recognizes 20 individuals under 40 years of age in each of ENR's 10 regions who have shown exceptional leadership and service throughout their career.

Consisting of 28 miles of 48-in.-dia and 42-in.-dia steel pipe between the communities of Tohatchi and Little Water, N.M., this project brings a much needed water source to the Navajo and Jicarilla Apache reservations.

Despite recession fears and high interest rates as well as supply chain delays and continuing labor shortages, specialty contractors in the Southwest are applauding last year’s productivity levels and anticipating a continued burst of activity through 2023.

Dodge offers data on projected 2023 construction starts in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

A familiar scenario is playing out as firms participating in ENR Southwest’s annual Top Contractors survey for Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico are reporting strong performance and backlogs, while at the same time, noting that qualified labor remains a top issue as well as materials availability and prices.