A new age of construction is here, involving things that sound straight out of a sci-fi movie. With construction workers used to ‘doing it all,’ using robots or AI during the preconstruction planning process or on-site may feel unnatural.

How can artificial intelligence (AI) help professional estimators? This fall, members of The American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE) will gather in ConstructConnect’s hometown of Cincinnati, Ohio, for the ASPE Summit 2024. A brief look at the schedule of events for this year’s Summit, held from September 12-14, shows that questions about the impact of AI on the industry will likely be a topic of interest.

Before we say goodbye to 2024, we want to look back at our most helpful blog posts of the year.

When looking for new work, contractors today face many challenges, including: Limited project information Time-consuming bid preparation processes Difficulty managing multiple projects at once

If you’re feeling the pinch from the competitive and crowded construction field, we can all agree that a bit of preparation and thoughtful strategy will go a long way. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, only 36% of construction businesses last ten years or more.

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Did you know that October is Careers in Construction Month? Careers in Construction Month (CICM) is a nationwide campaign held every October to increase public awareness of possible careers in construction. Designed to inspire the next generation of trade professionals, this campaign highlights how having construction careers can positively impact individuals and communities.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is here to stay. Leaders in construction are embracing AI in new areas — like estimating to improve their workflows — and with good reason. While traditional estimating methods rely on time-intensive manual work with the potential for error, AI tools can produce estimates faster and more accurately. This growing technology addresses challenges in the industry, including labor shortages.

Raise your hand if you want 2025 to be your business’ best year yet. Yes, it’s easier said than done, but all it takes is strategy, preparation, and a little help from technology.

Finding the right construction projects to bid on shouldn’t feel like finding a needle in a haystack. Construction project search software speeds up the process of hunting for your next contract, connecting you with the most relevant projects and companies in a fraction of the time.