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Imagine a world where safety is woven into every decision and every plan by all stakeholders—where protecting lives is the common thread that unites us all.

“To me, it's about saving lives,” says Gilbane CEO Adam R. Jelen, a 33-year construction veteran who leads the 2026 event, set for May 4-8.

Firms saw turnover decline in 2025.

Gateway officials said at its March 23 meeting that a roughly two-week shutdown cost millions, delayed key tunnel contracts and could force another halt within months as funding uncertainty persists.

Chicago transit projects could halt within days as a $2.1-B federal funding freeze forces contractors toward demobilization. Compliance with department of transportation policy guidance on MWBE programs triggered the dispute.

As the price of oil rises, construction materials costs are expected to continue to climb.

Investment giant aims funding infusion to train up to 50K skilled workers through 2031 to fast-track US hyperscale AI data centers and related power infrastructure.

Large critical infrastructure projects involve lots of moving parts, and mistakes do occasionally happen.

Contractor backlog edged up in February but remains below historical norms, with Midwest growth driving gains even as infrastructure work and profit-margin confidence soften.

Three construction execs share their workplace experiences and say the industry must evolve to ensure safety and respect for all workers.