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From Army Truck Driver to COO: A Voice for Women in Construction

Acha Construction LLC

From laborer to COO, Mary Schwandt reflects on leadership, breaking barriers and creating a stronger path for women in asphalt and pavement.

November 9, 2026

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Labor & Workforce Development

Data Center Opposition Could Cost America a Generation of Skilled Workers

AI infrastructure investment could expand construction careers, strengthen domestic industrial capabilities and create new pathways to middle-class wages.

November 7, 2026

Four construction workers in safety vests and hard hats reviewing blueprints on a concrete surface

From Barbecue to Blacktop: A Journey Through Asphalt

Verde Resources

Cindy Powell reflects on her 20-year asphalt career, her path from restaurant owner to industry leader, and her work advancing sustainability, pavement preservation and opportunities for women in asphalt.

October 5, 2026

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In Search of That Simple Sentence

New editor vows to learn asphalt and pavement industries through your expertise and stories.

September 24, 2026

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Labor & Workforce Development

Construction Job Openings Rise to 326,000 in July

Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC)

Construction job openings increased by 28,000 in July and 21,000 year over year as hiring accelerated and layoffs slowed, signaling stronger demand for workers.

September 17, 2026

Labor & Workforce Development

Construction Safety Programs Expand Focus to Mental Health

Mental health is a critical part of construction safety. Practical steps can help supervisors and safety leaders support workers, connect them with resources and prevent suicide.

September 8, 2026

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Labor & Workforce Development

5 Leadership Hires Shaping Construction’s Future

Allegiance Search

Five leadership roles are becoming increasingly important as construction companies navigate supply chains, power availability, project complexity and growth.

August 24, 2026

Construction worker in blue hard hat looking upward on industrial job site

Labor & Workforce Development

National Employee Happiness Improves as Construction Employers Face Labor Strain

Employee satisfaction improved in the first half of 2026, but younger and mid-tenure workers continue to report lower satisfaction, offering insights for construction workforce retention.

August 23, 2026

Person selecting five-star rating on customer satisfaction feedback survey displayed on laptop screen

PAVE/X 2027: Savannah Is Calling

Every year we learn and improve, and so does the show.

August 18, 2026

Construction workers operating orange HAMM road roller on city street with traffic cones and safety barriers

Training & Education

Concrete Industry Management Enrollment Reaches Record High

Concrete Industry Management

More college students are choosing Concrete Industry Management programs as industry demand, hands-on education and career opportunities grow.

July 25, 2026

Group of young people sitting together on wooden floor collaborating with laptop and mobile devices

Jean-Claude Fayat On Digitalization, Trade, And The Future Of Road Building

The president of FAYAT Group sat down with Asphalt Contractor at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 to talk technology adoption, the economics of sustainability, tariff pressure, and what makes a wine truly great.

May 12, 2026

Senior professional speaking at a conference podium with microphone and water glasses

Managing Mindset Is Key to Pavement Preseason Stress

T&N Asphalt Services

The season hasn't started yet, but the stress already has.

April 15, 2026

Stressed professional man at office desk with laptop and construction hard hat

FORCE: Building Leaders In The Pavement Industry

A new women-forward initiative focused on mentorship, connection, and leadership development in the asphalt and pavement industry.

March 3, 2026

Two smiling blonde women in professional business attire standing together

Asphalt Contractor's CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 Preview Guide

Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM)

It only happens once every three years, and everyone is gearing up for the BIG SHOW with new equipment, products, and services.

February 22, 2026

Aerial view of Las Vegas construction site with Stratosphere Tower and urban landscape

Behind The Wheel Of An Asphalt Industry Leader

Rainier Asphalt & Concrete

PACER Award winner Anne Chevalier is reshaping asphalt construction as Rainier Asphalt & Concrete’s lead CDL driver, trainer and respected crew leader.

January 27, 2026

White Rainier construction truck with driver at autumn roadside

Project Management

ForConstructionPros.com Reveals Winners of PACER Award

Meet the overall winners of the four category sectors: Women in Construction; Rising Professionals; Lifetime Achievement; and Jobsite Excellence.

January 9, 2026

Top 5 Tech Tools That Will Streamline Your Back Office

The Small Business CEO

A contractor shares how systemizing the business increased efficiency by more than 50%. These five essential tools can help any construction company do the same.

January 1, 2026

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Rethinking Leadership In The Asphalt Industry

Central Paving, LLC

Discover how cultural shifts are changing what it means to be an effective leader in the asphalt industry.

December 28, 2025

Construction crew in bright safety vests posing with road paving equipment