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Connex software maker acquired by investment firm

Construction Dive

Command Alkon, now owned by private equity firm Thoma Bravo, eases the ordering of heavy construction materials like concrete.

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These 5 essential traits in your team are the secret to a successful construction project

Fieldwire

There’s more to a successful construction project than enough resources, workforce and budget. As a subcontractor , you play a crucial role in the success of a construction project, making it essential for you to embody and instill these characteristics in your crew. Be accountable: Mistakes are inevitable in construction projects.

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7 Construction Industry Truths Made Clear at Autodesk University

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Every year, Autodesk University (AU) brings industry knowledge to light, leaving construction professionals from across the globe with a wealth of actionable insights. Modern construction cost management relies on connected workflows. Diversity is one of construction’s biggest opportunities. Top takeaways from AU 2021.

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Addressing Labor Shortages Through DEI: Overheard in the Big Room  

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Construction is facing a labor shortage – and it has been for a while. The statistics paint a discouraging picture , with an 8% drop in the number of construction workers aged 25-54 over the last decade. The Big Room: Construction’s Water Cooler . Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Definition According to the Pros .

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Top 30 Construction Classes at Autodesk University 2021

Autodesk Construction Cloud

No matter where you’re at in your construction career, or what business goals you’re out to achieve, get ready for a set of construction classes designed to leave you with a long list of actionable takeaways. With over 80 construction classes available this year, the question remains: what sessions should you attend?

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AU 2022 Is Back In Person and We Want to Hear from You

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Call for Construction Session Proposals. Autodesk University 2022, a top construction industry event, will be here before you know it. Our call for proposals is now open, and you can share your expertise, ideas, and insights by submitting to be one of our construction session speakers. What Is Autodesk University?

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Biggest Construction Companies in Europe

Lets Build

It’s no surprise that the construction industry is big, but did you know that some of the biggest construction companies are based in Europe? In fact, the biggest construction company in the world is the Spanish company, ACS. Below you can see the whole list of biggest construction companies and countries.