$4.7B Gordie Howe bridge opening reportedly delayed

The span between Detroit and Canada has experienced holdups that could extend the opening to 2026, per the Windsor Star, even though the project is 98% complete.

Construction Dive’s July 2025 economic roundup

The data center boom remains hot but tariffs and labor concerns are casting doubt over the construction outlook.

Tariffs sap Fluor’s backlog, trigger project cancellations

CEO Jim Breuer sees more clients taking a “wait-and-see” approach due to trade policy, input costs and interest rates.

Nonresidential construction spending slips for sixth time in seven months

AGC officials pointed to ongoing tariff and labor uncertainty as the reason many construction owners may be pulling back on planned projects.

How Suffolk is scaling up healthcare work in Southern California

General Manager Stephen Green explains how the Boston-based contractor is using AI, predictive analytics and real-time data dashboards in its hospital builds as it expands in the Golden State.

Higher-tier, extended stay hotels dominate Q2 construction pipeline

The total U.S. hotel construction pipeline was up 3% year on year in the second quarter, and openings growth is expected for full-year 2025, per Lodging Econometrics.

Suit alleges fraud on Oklahoma’s $2.5B Disney-sized theme park

The American Heartland project was supposed to draw thousands to Vinita, but nothing has been built besides a fence and gravel road, per a new lawsuit.

Can cities and states keep their roads in good shape?

With an influx of pandemic-era funds already spent, many states anticipate funding gaps over the next decade that could threaten road safety and infrastructure reliability.

Slow contech adoption could stymie data center projects: report

Without broader technology use, the construction sector risks becoming a bottleneck in the global artificial intelligence race, according to a new white paper.

July 2025: Contractors report their latest awards

Construction Dive rounds up the newest project wins from some of the country’s biggest builders including Lane, Wohlsen and Tutor Perini.

Construction pros react to interest rate decision

The Federal Reserve held rates steady Wednesday afternoon, dashing hopes for a summer cut, but builders are adjusting their strategies to stay on the job.

Construction knows where its workers are. It’s time to bring them back.

The industry’s talent pipeline is drying up, but there are many places to look for new workers, writes Atlanta-based construction pro Ratan Lal.

Granite JV lands $158M missile defense project

The California-based contractor will team up with Japan’s Obayashi at a site south of work already in progress at Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz in Guam.

Stanley Black & Decker to raise prices again, navigate $800M tariff impact

The world’s largest toolmaker is continuing to tweak its supply chain configurations and move forward with its cost reduction program to improve profitability.

6 contech firms haul in a combined $208M

Autonomous machinery retrofits and artificial intelligence attracted large infusions of investment cash in recent months.

Employees brace for AI-driven change: survey

Nearly half of workers are taking steps to safeguard their financial and professional futures as concerns swirl, according to a Gusto survey. 

ICE raids leave future of construction labor in limbo

Increased immigration enforcement on jobsites has led to more callouts and potentially longer project timelines, but experts believe the future will hold a policy shift.

LA tunnel work remains halted after partial collapse

The July 9 breach was linked to high ground pressure, but the investigation into the Clearwater Project incident is ongoing, according to the local sanitation authority.

Don’t settle: Why to hire top construction talent

High-performing employees are the most valuable investment a contractor can make, writes construction executive Kevin French.

Snickers maker Mars to invest $2B in US manufacturing through 2026

The food maker plans to expand production capabilities and boost innovation in the U.S., where 94% of its items sold are produced locally.

Data centers seek flexible power solutions for resilience, sustainability

Flexible battery or generator solutions can help data centers power up faster, reduce grid impacts and keep their owners’ sustainability goals within reach, experts say.

How and why to conduct a DEI audit in construction

The industry has been working to improve diversity, but that could also bring scrutiny from Washington. Here’s how to walk the line.

10 notable factory cancellations or openings in 2025

Ford, JetZero, Hyundai, Texas Instruments and TSMC are among the manufacturers to make facility investment news this year. Meanwhile, other companies with renewable energy projects have halted plans.

PPE ‘fashion show’ highlights need for a safe fit for women

With a relatively new OSHA standard, contractors need to review and ensure they have the proper gear for all of their workers, said panelists at a recent conference.

Jacobs to design $7B Seattle light rail extension

The 4.1-mile project will add four stations and expand connectivity for Sound Transit riders.