Swedish construction firm Skanska posted its 2020 second quarter results, and like many in the industry, felt the effects of the ongoing global pandemic. Here are the high points: 

SAN RAFAEL, Calif. (July 22, 2020) — Autodesk, Inc. announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Pype, a provider of cloud-based solutions for automating construction project management workflows.

NEW JERSEY (July 22, 2020)—The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting recession have wreaked havoc on United States building markets. According to Dodge Data & Analytics, commercial and multifamily starts were quite healthy during January and February but stalled as the pandemic hit the nation in March.

Birmingham, Ala. (July 20, 2020)—Construction Business Owner, the leading business magazine for contractors, is pleased to announce a free webinar presented in partnership with AvidXchange.

The live, online event, “5 Tips to Protect Your Construction Business Against Financial Fraud” will take place Aug. 20, 2020, at 2 p.m. EDT, and will cover how to recognize and prevent common types of fraud attacks.

NATIONAL (July 17, 2020)—Construction employment increased from May to June in 31 states and the District of Columbia, but the gains may have stalled, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government employment data released and a