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By Jamie Trevett July 23, 2026
Data centre and civil are both booming in US construction. We break down the pay, the deadlines, and the one difference that actually decides which fits you.
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By Jamie Trevett July 16, 2026
Why “I’m Not Actively Looking” Quietly Costs More Than You Think
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By Jamie Trevett July 2, 2026
US construction spending looks flat at $2.2 trillion for 2026, but backlogs reveal a widening split, and where you stand decides your next five years in construction
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By Jamie Trevett June 25, 2026
Construction careers 2026: why hybrid professionals combining site experience with BIM, AI and digital tools are being hired first and paid more.
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By Jamie Trevett June 18, 2026
Construction project abandonments 2026: what the March spike means for client pipelines, contractor relationships, and accessing talent in a disrupted market.
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By Jamie Trevett June 11, 2026
GC hiring 2026: how the mega-project boom is squeezing general contractor talent pipelines and what construction clients need to do differently now.
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By Jamie Trevett June 4, 2026
GC jobs 2026: what the record-low construction hiring rate really means for general contracting professionals and where career opportunities exist now.
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By Jamie Trevett May 27, 2026
MEP jobs 2026: skilled worker shortage, wage growth, and how experienced MEP engineers and project managers can navigate the US market this year.
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By Jamie Trevett May 21, 2026
MEP supply chain delays 2026: electrical equipment lead times, HVAC procurement strategy and what construction clients need to plan for now.
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