compiled by Arnie Gess, president of Construction Links Network.

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Canderel, one of Canada’s largest real estate managers and developers, has acquired Taligent, a leader in building technology infrastructure and systems integration consulting. This strategic move enhances Canderel’s ability to deliver client-focused, technology-forward solutions across its national property and construction management portfolio. Taligent brings specialized expertise in smart building integration, IT networks, multimedia systems, integrated security, and digital infrastructure—key areas as real estate evolves through digitization. According to Canderel CEO Brett Miller, the acquisition reflects the company’s commitment to innovation and delivering value at every stage of an asset’s lifecycle. Taligent’s team of around 50 employees will continue operating under its own brand while leveraging Canderel’s scale and multidisciplinary capabilities. The move also strengthens Canderel’s broader platform, which includes ownership of Tiree, a national leader in infrastructure advisory and project delivery.

CivilGEO, a leading civil engineering software provider, earned 37 badges in G2’s Summer 2025 Grid® Reports, underscoring its strong industry reputation. Its new GeoSTORM software debuted with “High Performer” badges in four categories, showcasing advanced stormwater modeling with powerful CAD integration and 3D visualization. G2’s rankings, based on verified user reviews, also reaffirmed CivilGEO’s established solutions: GeoHECRAS was named a “Leader” in five major categories for river modeling and floodplain analysis, while GeoHECHMS continued as a “High Performer” and won “Easiest to Do Business With” for its hydrologic modeling tools.

Glauber Martiniano Bachi, CEO of Açoval Comercial LTDA and a seasoned innovation specialist, highlights how digital transformation is reshaping the U.S. construction industry. With 14+ years of experience, Bachi underscores the need for strong, people-centric leadership to effectively integrate advanced technologies like BIM, AI, and IoT into construction workflows. These tools enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve safety—but their true potential is realized only when paired with strategic leadership that prioritizes collaboration, training, and user experience. Bachi emphasizes that success in today’s construction landscape depends not just on adopting technology but on developing leaders who connect people, data, and processes in a cohesive, human-driven ecosystem. As automation and real-time data management redefine project delivery, companies must foster digitally fluent teams and forge strong communication networks across all stakeholders. Despite challenges such as labor shortages and rising material costs, Bachi believes that firms embracing digital leadership and continuous learning will gain a lasting competitive edge. The future of construction, he asserts, is built on the synergy between innovative tools and empowered people.

ENG, the largest BIM production firm in the U.S., has announced the acquisition of Baxter BIM, a respected leader in Mechanical and Plumbing detailing since 2017. With over 6,500 projects completed and a team of 600+ experts, ENG specializes in field-focused BIM and VDC services, including MEP modeling, laser scanning, and full lifecycle BIM solutions across sectors such as data centers, healthcare, and infrastructure. This acquisition strategically aligns ENG’s national scale and field-first approach with Baxter BIM’s technical expertise, strong client relationships, and delivery excellence in the Western U.S. The integration expands ENG’s market reach and delivery capacity, while providing Baxter BIM access to broader operational resources and a national platform to grow. According to ENG CEO Axel Kruger, the merger enhances their ability to serve clients with greater responsiveness, deeper regional insight, and more robust BIM coordination.

Planera, a leader in visual CPM-based construction scheduling, has been selected by Drill Tech Drilling & Shoring, Inc. to support two high-stakes tunnel projects with next-generation scheduling solutions. Drill Tech, a nationally recognized geotechnical construction firm, is transitioning from legacy tools like Microsoft Project to Planera’s collaborative, user-friendly platform. The firm is deploying Planera on two schedule-critical projects: the $77 million retrofit of the five-mile Colgate Tunnel at New Bullards Bar Dam, and the construction of the LEIT tunnel at the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. Both projects require precision planning to align with tight timelines, operational windows, and existing infrastructure constraints. Drill Tech praises Planera for enabling cross-functional collaboration and simplifying complex scheduling demands.

Elecosoft is expanding its Asta Academic Partnership Program to equip future construction professionals with hands-on experience in Asta Powerproject, a leading construction scheduling platform. By offering complimentary access to colleges and universities, Elecosoft bridges the gap between academic theory and real-world project controls. Already adopted by 26 institutions—including Purdue University, the University of Notre Dame, and Colorado School of Mines—the program integrates Asta Powerproject’s advanced features like 4D BIM, mobile tracking, and enterprise resource management directly into curricula. The initiative reflects Elecosoft’s mission to shape proactive, outcomes-focused construction leaders by promoting a mindset of planning, collaboration, and project success. Elecosoft is working closely with faculty to enhance training resources and expand adoption across engineering and construction management departments. Future phases aim to introduce additional project and asset management tools from Elecosoft’s software suite, further supporting student development and industry readiness.

Offsight, a leading project management platform for prefab, modular, and offsite construction, has entered into an enterprise-wide partnership with Performance Contracting Inc. (PCI), one of the largest specialty contractors in the U.S. This collaboration will see Offsight’s full software suite deployed across PCI’s growing network of offsite manufacturing facilities nationwide. By adopting tools for planning, quality tracking, inventory, workforce management, and real-time analytics, PCI aims to streamline its operations, improve project visibility, and scale prefabrication with confidence. After a successful pilot in one factory, PCI recognized Offsight as essential to achieving the speed, cost efficiency, and quality that offsite construction offers. Offsight’s platform—tailored for the industry and backed by the largest prefab-specific dataset—enables secure, scalable, cross-factory collaboration and continuous process improvement.

Bedrock Robotics, a stealth-mode startup founded by former Waymo and Segment engineers, has emerged with $80 million in funding from Eclipse and 8VC. The company is developing a retrofittable self-driving kit designed to bring autonomy to existing construction and off-road vehicles. Led by CEO Boris Sofman—former head of Waymo’s self-driving truck program and co-founder of Anki—Bedrock aims to transform worksite operations with smart, sensor-driven systems capable of running autonomously 24/7. Co-founders Kevin Petersen, Ajay Gummalla, and Tom Eliaz bring deep expertise in AI, autonomy, and engineering. Currently testing in Arkansas, Arizona, Texas, and California with companies like Sundt, Zachry, Champion Site Prep, and Capitol Aggregates, Bedrock is part of a growing movement applying autonomous tech beyond public roads to construction, mining, and industrial environments.