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Shoutout to Claire Stubblefield for "From Bids to Breakthroughs" at Build Expo Atlanta. She showed how AI helps preconstruction teams focus on the right projects, reduce repetitive work, and use computer vision to move faster with more confidence.

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Last chance to sign up for tomorrow’s free webinar for painting contractors on better bidding and faster takeoffs.
Happening Feb 24, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. ET.

Register now: https://bit.ly/4bJKiEz

#PaintingContractors #Construction

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A person working on a laptop with a focused expression. Text reads: "5 Biggest Myths About Project Data Software. Myth: 'All project data tools are basically the same.' Truth: A strong platform combines an easy UI with 400+ researchers updating 1,500 projects every day so you're never chasing stale data." Located at Main Street Medical Office Building.

The image discusses the hidden costs of using the wrong project data software, highlighting "winning work." It shows a person calculating costs, with highlighted text indicating "30 hours per week" spent on project search and potential annual savings noted as "$$$$."

A person in a hard hat and safety vest examines papers or a device at a construction site. Text above them highlights key construction project data features needed for 2026, emphasizing mobile access and saved searches. A project stage filter is visible, with options like Planning and Bidding selected.

As 2026 approaches, picking the right project data software can make or break your bid pipeline.

This new 3‑part series covers:
- Myths to stop believing
- Hidden costs that don’t show up on the invoice
- 6 must‑have features for commercial contractors

Read the full series: https://bit.ly/3Oytxmk

Poster for a ConstructConnect event titled "From Bids to Breakthroughs: Harnessing AI to Transform Preconstruction." It features a guest speaker, Claire Stubblefield, VP of Product Strategy. Event details: February 25, 9:30 am – 10:30 am, Room 5.

If you will be at Build Expo Atlanta 2026, here is a session to catch.

Claire Stubblefield from ConstructConnect will be leading
“From Bids to Breakthroughs: Harnessing AI to Transform Preconstruction”
on Wednesday, February 25, 9:30–10:30 AM in Room 5.

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Want a clearer, faster way to run your bids?
Join our Feb 24, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. ET webinar for painting contractors with live demos and real use cases from the field.

Register: https://bit.ly/49KrWRj

#PaintingContractors #Construction

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Are you going to Build Expo Atlanta 2026?

ConstructConnect will be at the Cobb Galleria Centre on February 25–26, booth #415. If you are planning to attend, come by and say hello. We would love to hear what you are working on this year.

Let us know if you will be there.

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Still doing every takeoff by hand?
Join our Feb 24, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. ET webinar to see how painters are finishing takeoffs in minutes and connecting them to better bids.

Register: https://bit.ly/4bL9lHq

#ConstructionTech #PaintingContractors

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Still tracing walls by hand? Takeoff Boost in On-Screen Takeoff uses AI to measure walls, ceilings, doors, and trim so painters can cut takeoff time by up to 95%. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4rcYKdq

#PaintingContractors

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Takeoff Boost reads your plans, automates area, linear, and count measurements, and gives you accurate results in seconds so you can send bids you actually trust.

Fewer fumbles in the takeoff. More wins on the board.
https://bit.ly/3NThZdj

Nonresidential construction didn’t coast into year‑end—it climbed to $61.8B in U.S. starts for December, up $4.7B from November and 24% vs last December.

Data centers, sports + convention centers, and school projects are doing the heavy lifting. https://bit.ly/3ZNRZ5A

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Tired of Hail Mary bids at the deadline?

Takeoff Boost AI automates walls, areas, and counts in seconds so you can run a real game plan on pricing and strategy instead of scrambling.

➜ Call your next play here: https://bit.ly/49ZsynG

#constructionstartshere #TakeoffBoost #AIinConstruction

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Still spending hours on bids that go nowhere?
Join our Feb 24, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. ET webinar to learn how painting contractors can filter out bad fit work and focus on real opportunities.

Register: https://bit.ly/3YOmB6F

#PaintingContractors #ConstructionBids

When a hot project drops late in the fourth quarter, you don’t have time for a slow, manual takeoff.

Takeoff Boost uses AI to handle the first pass—walls, areas, and counts—so you can move from plans to bid strategy fast and keep your team in the game.

➜ https://bit.ly/3Z9Jsd1

At AHR Expo this year?

Catch Theo Borsje’s session on Monday, February 2 from 10:45 to 11:05am in Theater A.

Bid More in Less Time: Harnessing AI to Transform Preconstruction

#constructionstartshere

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We’re heading to AHR Expo in Las Vegas.

February 2 to 4, 2026
Las Vegas Convention Center
Booth #SL2207

If you’re attending, stop by and say hi.

#constructionstartshere

Data center construction spending is up 139% and the average project is near $600M. The January Dispatch breaks down where that money is going and what it could mean for your 2026 backlog.
https://bit.ly/4sTkTi0

Painting bids taking over your nights and weekends?
Join our free webinar on Feb 24, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. ET, to learn how to find better-fit projects and finish takeoffs faster.

Register: https://bit.ly/4sUrgSi

#PaintingContractors #Construction

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Need a clean checklist for starting a project
This guide includes a simple workflow to help teams move faster and stay organized.
Take a look. https://bit.ly/4rM57F8

A group photo taken on stage at ConstructConnect’s Q1 Town Hall, showing five Values Award winners standing between two company leaders. They are smiling in front of tall windows with a city view in the background. Stage lights in blue and orange shine behind them, adding a celebratory feel. The group is dressed in business-casual clothing, standing close together to mark the moment of recognition for living the company values of People First, Deliver Customer Value, Expand Your Impact, Make It Happen, and Embrace Change.

We recently wrapped up our Q1 Town Hall & celebrated team members who bring our values to life.

Our Values Award winners:
– Garret Oien (People First)
– Shar Mallory (Deliver Customer Value)
– Lindsey Ward (Expand Your Impact)
– Kelsey Erhart (Make It Happen)
– Erin Havens (Embrace Change)

Graphic with text "Project Stress Eases to Close Out the Year," featuring a line graph showing trends in the Project Stress Index from January 2022 to December 2022. The background displays an overhead view of a construction site with multiple workers and steel beams. The source of the graph is credited to ConstructConnect.

Project stress cooled in December.

The Project Stress Index dropped 18.7% month over month, led by fewer abandonments. Bid date delays and on-hold activity also declined.

Year-over-year progress is clear, even with abandonments still elevated.

Details here:
https://bit.ly/49SXohq

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Estimators are being asked to do more, faster, with fewer people.

This post looks at how AI-powered takeoff and connected estimating tools cut busywork, speed up bids, and help teams stay competitive without sacrificing accuracy.
https://bit.ly/3YCTxil

If you drew this S in a notebook,
it might be time to stop doing takeoffs the hard way.
Takeoff Boost makes the work easier.
https://bit.ly/453NSFI

Cover of the January 2026 ConstructConnect Data Center Report, featuring U.S. construction trends and insights, powered by ConstructConnect Project Intelligence.

Data center construction spending continues to surge.

January 2026 report highlights
• $9.8B in starts in November
• $53.7B YTD, up nearly 139% YoY
• Average project cost now $597M
• Growth driven by fewer but much larger projects

Read the full data center report
https://bit.ly/4qGkU6X

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We’re heading to World of Concrete in Las Vegas.

January 20–22
Booth N1563

Stop by to see how ConstructConnect helps contractors simplify takeoffs and estimating without added complexity. Let us know if you’ll be there.

AI in estimating isn’t about extremes.

It speeds up repetitive work, while judgment and risk stay human. That view is echoed by Byron Smith from Learn About Construction.
https://bit.ly/3L4swBn

#constructionstartshere #constructionestimating #aiinconstruction

Planning for the new year?
This guide breaks down simple ways to strengthen your workflow and estimate faster.

Take a look and start fresh. https://bit.ly/4rM57F8

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Planning for the new year
This guide breaks down simple ways to strengthen your workflow and estimate faster.

Take a look and start fresh. https://bit.ly/44iNBhI

Accurate estimates protect your margin.

This post covers estimate types, common mistakes, and how software helps teams work faster and cleaner.
https://bit.ly/4p2ApoM

#constructionstartshere #constructionestimating

YouTube video by Learn About Construction On-Screen Takeoff Takeoff Boost Review | AI Construction Estimating Explained

When estimating eats up time before you ever get to pricing, that’s a problem.

Byron at Learn About Construction walks through Takeoff Boost in On-Screen Takeoff 4.0, showing how AI supports a more efficient first-pass takeoff that estimators can refine.

👉 https://bit.ly/4oRfYL9

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AI is becoming a real advantage for construction teams.
Our next Bid Like a Boss event shows you how to use it without adding more work to your day.

Dec 17 • Free virtual session
• Find better projects
• Understand scope faster
• Speed up takeoffs
• Live Q&A with our team

https://bit.ly/44jV1Bp