AEC Insights
How to Hire a Construction Superintendent in 2026
Experienced field superintendents are the hardest construction professionals to find in 2026. This is the complete hiring guide — where to find them, what to pay, and how to close the offer.
May 12, 2026
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9 min read
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The PE Shortage: Why Licensed Engineers Are Getting Harder to Find
The pipeline of new Professional Engineers is shrinking at exactly the moment demand is spiking. Here's the data behind the shortage, which states are most affected, and how AEC firms are adapting.
May 12, 2026
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8 min read
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AI in Construction Estimating: What's Real and What's Hype
AI construction estimating tools are everywhere in 2026. Some are transforming how firms price projects. Most are expensive search engines with a chatbot in front. Here's how to tell the difference.
May 12, 2026
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8 min read
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PE License Reciprocity Guide: How to Hire Engineers Across State Lines
PE license reciprocity rules are confusing, inconsistently enforced, and change frequently. Here's the practical guide to understanding what your candidates need — and how to verify it before making an offer.
May 12, 2026
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9 min read
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BIM Coordinator Salary Guide 2026: What to Pay and What to Expect
BIM coordinators are now essential on most commercial and infrastructure projects — and the market for their skills has gotten significantly more competitive. Here's what the compensation data shows for 2026.
May 12, 2026
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7 min read
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How to Hire a Construction Project Manager in 2026
Finding the right construction PM is harder than ever. Labor shortages, remote work expectations, and rising salaries have flipped the market. Here's the complete hiring playbook for 2026.
May 12, 2026
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8 min read
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AEC Hiring Trends 2026: What Construction Firms Need to Know
The AEC labor market is being reshaped by technology, demographics, and a wave of infrastructure spending. Seven trends every hiring manager needs to understand before Q3.
May 12, 2026
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7 min read
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Construction Superintendent Shortage: Causes and Solutions for 2026
The field superintendent shortage is the most acute labor crisis in construction right now. Here's why it happened, why it's not going away, and what firms can do about it.
May 12, 2026
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8 min read
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How to Find a Structural PE in California (2026 Guide)
A practical guide to sourcing licensed structural engineers in California — requirements, rates, and how to engage on fractional or full-time terms.
May 10, 2026
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7 min read
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AEC Consulting Rates in 2026: What Firms Are Actually Paying
Real rate data across structural, civil, MEP, project management, and estimating disciplines — what's changed since 2024 and how to benchmark your engagements.
May 9, 2026
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9 min read
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LEED AP vs LEED GA: Which Certification Do You Need?
LEED GA is the entry point. LEED AP is the specialist credential. Here's what each costs, how long it takes, and which one employers actually want.
May 8, 2026
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6 min read
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How to Hire a Structural Engineer in Texas (2026)
Texas is a high-growth construction market with strong demand for licensed structural engineers. Here's how to find, vet, and engage one.
May 7, 2026
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6 min read
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Construction Superintendent Career Guide 2026: Skills, Salary & Advancement
What it takes to become a superintendent, what top supers earn, and how the role is evolving with AI documentation tools and remote monitoring.
May 6, 2026
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8 min read
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What Is an Owner's Representative? (And How to Hire One in 2026)
An owner's rep manages your capital project on your behalf — hiring, schedule, budget, and contractor oversight. What they do, what they cost, and when you need one.
May 5, 2026
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7 min read
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AEC Industry Certifications Ranked: Which Ones Actually Matter in 2026
PE, SE, CCM, PMP, LEED AP, AIA, OSHA 30 — which AEC certifications deliver real career ROI vs. which ones are box-checking exercises.
May 4, 2026
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8 min read
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How to Hire a Fractional AEC Consultant (and When It Makes Sense)
Fractional consulting is exploding in AEC — experienced PEs, CMs, and estimators working part-time for multiple firms. Here's how to find one and structure the engagement.
May 3, 2026
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6 min read
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The PE Shortage Is Getting Worse — And What AEC Firms Are Doing About It
Licensed PE counts are declining as retirements outpace new licensees. Here's the data, why it matters for your projects, and how firms are adapting.
May 2, 2026
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7 min read
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AI in Construction Estimating: What's Actually Working in 2026
AI estimating tools have matured — some are genuinely useful, some are demo-ware. Here's an honest assessment of where AI adds value and where it doesn't.
May 1, 2026
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8 min read