Amy Roepke

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Senior Manager, Brand Communications and Contributor at Dodge Construction Network

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New Industry Report from Dodge Construction Network and the Lean Construction Institute Sounds Alarm: Most Construction Firms Are Missing Out on the Proven Power of Lean

23 hours ago | businesswire.com | Amy Roepke

Lean construction practices are driving dramatic gains in schedule, budget, safety, and collaboration. BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A new report offers compelling evidence that Lean construction practices are not just theoretical ideals – they’re driving real world improvements for teams that adopt them.
Dodge Construction Network Enters Next Phase with Executive Leadership Changes and $100 Million of New Capital

Nov 14, 2024 | construction.com | Amy Roepke

Changes position Dodge for its next chapter of growthBEDFORD, M.A. – November 14, 2024 – Dodge Construction Network (“Dodge” or the “Company”), a portfolio company of Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (together with its affiliates “Clearlake”) and STG Partners, LLC (“STG”), today announced significant business milestones including executive changes and the successful closing of a financing transaction.
Dodge Momentum Index Improved 3% in May

Jun 7, 2024 | construction.com | Amy Roepke

https://youtu.be/Yx5C3-YNDvQCommercial planning gains steam while institutional projects retreatBEDFORD, M.A. – June 7, 2024 — The Dodge Momentum Index (DMI), issued by Dodge Construction Network, increased 2.7% in May to 179.0 (2000=100) from the revised April reading of 174.3. Over the month, commercial planning progressed 5.5% and institutional planning slowed by 3.4%.
Construction Starts gain 6% in April

May 23, 2024 | construction.com | Amy Roepke

April’s increase reverses two months of decline BEDFORD, MA —May 16, 2024 — Total construction starts rose 6% in April to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.13 trillion, according to Dodge Construction Network. Nonresidential building starts gained 17%, nonbuilding starts were 4% higher, while residential starts slipped 1%. On a year-to-date basis through April total construction starts were up 13% from the first four months of 2023.
Dodge Momentum Index Rose 6% in April

May 7, 2024 | construction.com | Amy Roepke

Data center projects dominated planning activity over the monthBEDFORD, M.A. – May 7, 2024 — The Dodge Momentum Index (DMI), issued by Dodge Construction Network, increased 6.1% in April to 173.9 (2000=100) from the revised March reading of 164.0. Over the month, commercial planning improved 12.6% and institutional planning dropped 6.3%.
Construction Starts lose 1% in March

Apr 25, 2024 | construction.com | Amy Roepke

Gains in single family and infrastructure starts were not enough to offset nonresidential building weaknessBEDFORD, MA —April 23, 2024 — Total construction starts fell 1% in March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.06 trillion, according to Dodge Construction Network. Nonresidential building starts fell 9%, while nonbuilding starts improved by 7%, and residential starts moved 1% higher.
Dodge Momentum Index Fell 9% in March

Apr 5, 2024 | construction.com | Amy Roepke

Institutional planning faces sizable correction from weaker R&D lab planningBEDFORD, M.A. – April 5, 2024 — The Dodge Momentum Index (DMI), issued by Dodge Construction Network, fell 8.6% in March to 164.0 (2000=100) from the revised February reading of 179.5. Over the month, commercial planning fell 3.2% and institutional planning dropped 17.2%. “In 2023, commercial planning decreased while institutional planning notably improved, sitting 29% above year-ago levels in February 2024.
Construction Starts Fell 8% in February

Mar 20, 2024 | construction.com | Amy Roepke

Amidst persistent high interest rates, building starts weaken, while nonbuilding starts show growth. BEDFORD, MA —March 20, 2024 — Total construction starts fell 8% in February to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.07 trillion, according to Dodge Construction Network. Nonresidential building starts dropped 16%, while nonbuilding starts lost 3%, and residential starts fell by 2%.
Dodge Momentum Index Recedes 1% in February

Mar 7, 2024 | construction.com | Amy Roepke

Commercial planning bears the brunt of this month’s declineBEDFORD, M.A. – March 7, 2024 — The Dodge Momentum Index (DMI), issued by Dodge Construction Network, fell 1.4% in February to 180.5 (2000=100) from the revised January reading of 183.0. Over the month, commercial planning fell 2.3% and institutional planning ticked up 0.1%. “Weaker office and healthcare planning constrained nonresidential planning in February,” stated Sarah Martin, associate director of forecasting for Dodge.
Home Builders and Remodelers Embrace Greener Practices, Surpassing 2019 Levels

Mar 4, 2024 | construction.com | Amy Roepke

New study reveals surging adoption of water and materials conservation and energy efficiency in building practicesBEDFORD, MA, Feb. 27—Today, Dodge Construction Network and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) unveiled the latest findings from the Building Sustainably: Green & Resilient Single-Family Homes 2024 SmartMarket Brief.