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Construction teams are building things larger, taller, greener and pricier than ever before. Architects continue their race to the top. But the construction industry has other...

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Robots can be programmed to lift heavy loads and perform monotonous tasks like laying course after course of bricks, unloading materials or moving equipment from place to place...

Highway construction workers often toil within feet of vehicular traffic, so it isn't a leap to conclude that their jobs can be among the most dangerous jobs in the industry. In...

Many big corporations can be generous when it comes to making charitable contributions. They also encourage their employees to volunteer in the community. But some companies are...