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Some will argue that we need the low-bid system. The problem is they are wrong. Others like Barry LePatner in his book, Broken Buildings, Busted Budgets, will argue that what’s needed is greater competition and tighter contracts.

It's time to rid the industry of its collective complacency toward worker safety. Now.

What is wrong with the people designing schools in California? Don’t they know the state is going broke? Despite having trouble paying teachers, they can afford to build a Taj Mahal school.

An unprecedented number of comments evidences the changing landscape of public involvement in infrastructure projects.

Contractors need a new approach to attract the workers of the future.

Are the Carolinas leading the Southeast to recovery? Both North and South Carolina are experiencing gains in contract activity, and landing some major projects.

To fix our nation's infrastructure requires a dedicated effort the equivalent of war, and we need to take action now.

Whether a gas tax or some other funding mechanism, Congress needs to develop and approve a long-term transporation bill. However, if that is going to happen, the construction industry needs to take a more proactive leadership position.

While Southeast Construction's annual Top Specialty Contractors ranking is being finalized for publication, we'll provide a quick sneak peek of the top 25 specialty firms working in the four-state region.

A team of employees from PBS&J’s Jacksonville, Fla., office, along with volunteers from various organizations, are working to bring potable water to remote Guatemalian villagers.