2023 Heavy Civil Construction Index: First Quarter

The first quarter 2023 Heavy Civil Construction Index (HCCI) rose slightly to 51.3 from 50.8 in the prior quarter. Three of the 4 economic measures showed improvement, while respondents’ views on engineering and construction where they do business receded. Additionally, sentiment remained strong and improved for backlogs while labor costs, material costs and productivity all continue to pose […]

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2023 Construction Materials Market Outlook

Even though the industry was hit with economic headwinds last year, CM firms remained resilient with the headline "demand is strong" resonating throughout the sector. Looking ahead, the threat of a recession still looms. However, there are reasons to be optimistic such as IIJA funding coming online and strong CM demand in other end markets.

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2022 Heavy Civil Construction Index: Fourth Quarter

The 2022 fourth quarter Heavy Civil Construction Index rose to 50.8 from 48.4 and returned to expansionary territory. Expectations for the overall U.S. economy and local economies where respondents conduct business improved, but remain mostly pessimistic. This quarter current issues focused on backlog sensitivity, project start delays and alternative procurement opportunities.

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Specialized Consultancies: The Key to Solving 2030’s Complex Challenges

Stakeholders are increasingly reliant on technical experts as they tackle transformative challenges like the energy transition and facility optimization. As a result, there’s a growing interest from existing service providers and outside investors in companies specializing in technically based consultancy services. Learn more about the winners of this moment.

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