Overtime Pay is Not a Bonus
Overtime pay and bonuses are not the same — learn how construction leaders can build competitive compensation strategies for field employees that drive retention, performance, and recruitment.
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Building Products M&A and Sector Update: February 2026
Building products M&A enters 2026 with renewed momentum following improved activity in late 2025. Strategic buyers continue to lead transactions, while private equity remains disciplined and focused on targeted opportunities. Read our latest update for insights into deal trends, construction market conditions and input pricing dynamics shaping the outlook for building products in 2026.
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Private Equity Sector Brief: Utility Services
Utility services deliver energy (electricity and gas), water and communications to homes, businesses and other institutions through regulated, capital-intensive infrastructure. Due to large portions of core infrastructure continuing to age, market demand is growing.
Read MoreHow to Build a Transition Plan That Works for Your Business
Ownership transitions often force a tradeoff between maximizing value and preserving legacy. ESOPs offer engineering and construction firm owners a way to achieve liquidity while maintaining culture and leadership continuity. See how to determine if an ESOP fits your long-term goals.
Read MoreAbout Wilson Construction Company
Wilson specializes in electric distribution and transmission services to investor-owned utilities throughout the western United States, with complementary substation and utility helicopter services.
Read MoreSolid Foundations: The Rising Value of Geotechnical Services
As construction shifts to more complex sites and larger structures, geotechnical services are emerging as critical partners in delivering schedule certainty, risk mitigation and long-term project performance. Learn more about the structural trends and market forces driving growth and investment in the sector.
Read More7 Questions with Cynthia Paul
In this edition of our "Inside FMI" series, we talk with Partner Cynthia Paul, who has spent decades working with clients across the industry to identify market opportunities, analyze internal company infrastructure and drive consistent performance. She’s considered an expert in business development, marketing, sales and customer experience.
Read MoreMaking Sense of Financial Ratios: The Metrics that Matter
Financial ratios are more than just figures on a page — they are the lens through which a company’s story is told. They reveal how well the business manages its resources, balances risk and generates value. When interpreted thoughtfully, these ratios serve as early indicators of opportunity or warning, guiding leaders toward smarter decisions.
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Private Equity Sector Brief: Electrical Contracting Services
Electrical contracting services include the design, construction and modernization of power and low-voltage systems that form the backbone of modern buildings and infrastructure. These services span the full lifecycle of a facility, from initial design and construction to long-term reliability and performance, creating durable and recurring opportunities for contractors and investors alike.
Read MoreAbout Illuminati Labs
Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Illuminati Labs is a one-stop solutions provider for DAS (Distributed Antenna System) and BDA (Bi-Directional Amplifier) systems.
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