Culture

Construction projects are notorious for being unpredictable. One day everything’s humming along, the next day a contractor is delayed, a payment is disputed, and the timeline takes a hit. For an industry built on precision and planning, it’s ironic how often progress is derailed—...

How does incorporating dispute resolution into a contract along with procedures to encourage transparency and collaboration among parties help when an issue arises? Bryan Thomas Partner Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP Dispute provisions should be designed to encourage transpar...

Hoar Construction Elevates Regional Leadership to Advance Nationwide Expansion  On April 24, 2025, Hoar Construction announced the promotion of Jason Bennett and Brady Johnson to region presidents, a strategic move that creates new roles to strengthen leadership in key markets, ...

When late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg was asked when there will be enough women serving on the Supreme Court, she famously responded, “When there are nine.” It seems the construction industry is beginning to feel that same way when it comes to recruiting young girls and women. It...

McGough Announces Leadership Promotions to Support Growth in South Central Region On March 20, McGough expanded its presence in Texas, announcing two key leadership promotions in the South-Central region. Roman Buckner has been promoted to vice president, South Central Region, a...

Hourigan Strengthens Leadership in Advanced Manufacturing and Data Centers With Key Appointments Feb. 26, 2025—Hourigan is expanding its leadership team to support the firm’s growing presence in two of the region’s most technical and high-demand industries: advanced manufacturin...

The construction industry offers a world of opportunities for young women, but navigating the path to success can feel daunting. While men are traditionally associated with the field, many talented women are eager to pursue construction careers but may be unsure of how to get sta...

Construction is facing a silent pandemic: Mental-health struggles abound in an industry that, for all its positives, poses uniquely disruptive challenges such as long hours, excessive travel, tight budgets and timelines, and a reputation for putting on a brave face—all of which c...

Women’s participation in the skilled trades has steadily increased in recent years, rising from 8.9% in 2010 to 11% today. However, this progress has not come without challenges—one being access to functional, durable and comfortable workwear. Historically, jobsite apparel has be...

On Jan. 20, 2025, President Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president and quickly issued a sweeping set of executive orders aimed at reversing Biden administration policies related to diversity, immigration, national security and climate. The orders require enactment throug...