When the Lights Stay On: How Storm Hardening Is Reshaping Utility Capital Spending

When the Lights Stay On: How Storm Hardening Is Reshaping Utility Capital Spending

Storm hardening is becoming a core utility priority, driving long-term investment in grid resilience. These programs are creating durable growth […] Read More
2026 Compensation Trends Study

2026 Compensation Trends Study

Compensation benchmarks for CFOs and HR leaders in the built environment: base pay, bonus and long-term incentive data from 218 AEC firms, plus travel […] Read More
The Hidden Tax on Every Proposal You Shouldn’t Have Written

The Hidden Tax on Every Proposal You Shouldn’t Have Written

The blog identifies seven common habits that hurt pursuit performance and win rates. Greater discipline and client-focused positioning can help teams […] Read More
Building Products M&A and Sector Update: August 2026

Building Products M&A and Sector Update: August 2026

Explore what’s driving building products M&A activity in 2026 and where buyers are finding opportunity amid shifting market conditions. Read More
2026 Civil Infrastructure Construction Index: Third Quarter

2026 Civil Infrastructure Construction Index: Third Quarter

FMI’s quarterly index of heavy civil and infrastructure contractors, covering backlog, cost, competition, outlook and leadership succession in Q3 […] Read More
How to Run Daily Huddles That Drive Jobsite Performance

How to Run Daily Huddles That Drive Jobsite Performance

A consistent daily huddle helps crews start each day aligned on production goals, safety, quality and resources. With a simple, repeatable structure, […] Read More
More Than a Title: Building the Leaders Your Transition Actually Needs

More Than a Title: Building the Leaders Your Transition Actually Needs

Successful ownership transitions require developing future leaders well before the handoff. Start early, build real-world leadership experience and […] Read More
How Field Services Firms Transform Into High-Growth Platforms

How Field Services Firms Transform Into High-Growth Platforms

Discover why the fastest-growing field services firms outperform by transforming leadership expertise into scalable systems that drive consistent, […] Read More
Growth Exposes What Talent Strategy Was Supposed to Prevent

Growth Exposes What Talent Strategy Was Supposed to Prevent

Business growth only succeeds when talent capabilities keep pace. This blog explores how CEOs can assess talent readiness and align HR strategy with […] Read More
Grid Reliability: A Quiet Engine Behind Energy’s M&A Boom

Grid Reliability: A Quiet Engine Behind Energy’s M&A Boom

Grid reliability is fueling a surge in energy services M&A as stricter regulations create steady demand for electrical infrastructure and compliance […] Read More
2026 North American Engineering and Construction Outlook: Third Quarter

2026 North American Engineering and Construction Outlook: Third Quarter

FMI's Q3 2026 Outlook forecasts U.S. construction spending at $2.214 trillion. Behind the flat headline: manufacturing falling, data centers booming, […] Read More
2026 Building Products Market Overview: First Edition

2026 Building Products Market Overview: First Edition

FMI's 2026 Building Products Market Overview breaks down spending, growth and consolidation across seven categories, with a spotlight on plumbing. Read More