Economic recessions usually cause businesses to pause expensive projects, downsize bullish ambitions and focus on shoring up their core operations. But the auto industry works differently sometimes.

There is a feeling of panic that sets in when a car engine unexpectedly stalls. For owners and developers, construction delays can trigger similar dread. Construction companies are a bit like cars.

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