Choosing the right construction specialists - contractors, architects, engineers, manufacturers, or suppliers - is one of the most critical decisions in any project. The specialists you select directly affect cost, schedule, quality, and overall project success. Making the wrong choice can lead to delays, disputes, budget overruns, and compromised safety. Here are 10 mistakes to avoid when selecting construction specialists, with practical guidance for ensuring your team is c

Construction projects are increasingly complex, capital-intensive, and unforgiving. Budgets are tighter, schedules are compressed, labor and material markets are volatile, and mistakes made early in the process often cannot be undone later—only paid for. Yet most owners and organizations are expected to make critical construction decisions long before they have full information, complete designs, or the right specialists at the table. Randy Woodard & Associates (RWA) exists t

The construction industry is at an inflection point. Persistent labor shortages, tighter margins, rising client expectations, and increasing project complexity are forcing firms to rethink how they plan, execute, and deliver work. By 2026, technology adoption will no longer be optional or experimental—it will be foundational to competitiveness. Construction firms that align technology with business strategy will outperform peers in profitability, reliability, and long-term gr