Deep Dive: Page 11
Industry insights from our journalists
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Q&A: What the evolving con-tech industry looks like to one new Aconex exec
With up-and-coming technologies, Garrett Harley explains why now is an exciting time to be in construction technology.
Laurie Cowin • Nov. 1, 2017 -
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From warehouse to worksite: 5 key takeaways from the Offsite Construction Expo
With tight deadlines and limited resources, a growing number of contractors are turning to the delivery method to stay ahead of their competitors.
Mary Tyler March • Oct. 31, 2017 -
From P3s to 'invisible collection': How state and local agencies are financing fixes to US infrastructure
As the nation's infrastructure continues to crumble, governments at all levels are grappling with how best to fund those public goods.
Kim Slowey • Oct. 26, 2017 -
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Is the renewed push for high-speed maglev trains in the US realistic?
America has flirted with plans for magnetic levitation trains for decades, but they haven't yet come to fruition. Now, some developers think cities are ready.
Katie Pyzyk • Oct. 25, 2017 -
How to keep workers safe in the face of natural disasters
Workers may not be in a natural threat's direct line of fire, but some job sites still need to take extra precautions to ensure their employees' safety.
Kim Slowey • Oct. 24, 2017 -
Amazon HQ2 bids are in. Who will win?
It's now up to Jeff Bezos to decide where his second city will be.
Daphne Howland • Oct. 19, 2017 -
Update: What's happening with 7 of the most popular US sports venue projects
As some project teams beat back legal and development challenges, these pending projects are building excitement in the off-season.
Kim Slowey • Oct. 19, 2017 -
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Amazon's time has come: what you need to know about the HQ2 bids
We take a look at our latest coverage on the search for Amazon's second North American headquarters.
Mary Tyler March • Oct. 18, 2017 -
What construction companies should know about post-disaster FEMA contracting
Contractors considering registering with FEMA for disaster recovery work may want to explore other options.
Kim Slowey • Oct. 17, 2017 -
This week in construction
We're looking at FEMA contracts, the biggest stadium projects underway today, housing starts and more of the latest construction data.
Construction Dive staff • Oct. 16, 2017 -
What to consider before splitting up a subcontractor's scope of work
Sharing a portion of the project among more than one company requires a detailed contract and the spirit of cooperation.
Kim Slowey • Oct. 12, 2017 -
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Another round: How con-tech companies are winning over investors and contractors
The makers of the latest workflow tools and field hardware faced a tough sell early on, but have since seen interest grow.
Hallie Busta • Oct. 11, 2017 -
Mortenson Construction
Q&A: Mortenson CEO Dan Johnson on stadiums, renewables and what's next for the company
The contractor has made big strides in new markets and has its sights set on continued growth.
Mary Tyler March • Oct. 11, 2017 -
Winter is coming: How to protect workers, sites and schedules
As colder, wetter weather encroaches on much of the country, contractors should plan ahead to avoid costly delays and injuries.
Kim Slowey • Oct. 10, 2017 -
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This week in construction
We're looking at preparing job sites and contracts for the winter, the state of con-tech investment and one way contractors today are doing more with less.
Construction Dive staff • Oct. 9, 2017 -
How planners are chasing better traffic flow with design
Novel and standby road design strategies are helping state and local governments respond to added capacity from growth in population and business development.
Kim Slowey • Oct. 5, 2017 -
Kendall Davis
The 50 States of Construction: Vermont's small size means big opportunities for contractors
Jay Fayette, an executive at South Burlington–based PC Construction, explains how builders in the state are beating the labor shortage and racing the weather.
Mary Tyler March • Oct. 4, 2017 -
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How technology is redrawing the line between design and construction
The latest digital tools and software have given contractors a unique role in the design process.
Kim Slowey • Oct. 3, 2017 -
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This week in construction
We're looking at contractors' role in design, highway configurations for better traffic flow, and the latest construction spending and employment reports.
Construction Dive staff • Oct. 2, 2017 -
Are P3s 'more trouble than they're worth'?
We recap our latest coverage of the method in light of the president's recent comments calling into question his stance on using private funds for public works.
Mary Tyler March • Sept. 28, 2017 -
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The future of the company town is high-tech and amenity-rich
But providing employment, housing and lifestyle options in close proximity may not be enough to attract and retain today's workers.
Kim Slowey • Sept. 28, 2017 -
3 ways today's research will improve bridges of the future
New materials, novel construction techniques and advanced data capture are just a few of the tactics engineers today are using to increase bridges' lifespans.
Hallie Busta • Sept. 27, 2017 -
Kendall Davis
The 50 States of Construction: Tight labor and big jobs keep IA contractors busy
Weitz Executive Vice President Mike Tousley explains how the state's low unemployment rate and strong demand is impacting construction.
Hallie Busta • Sept. 27, 2017 -
How infrastructure can improve mass evacuations
The quality of highways, services and communications at the state and local levels can determine how efficient and effective a large-scale exodus can be.
Kim Slowey • Sept. 26, 2017 -
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This week in construction
We examined how infrastructure can help in the event of natural disasters, innovations in bridge construction and the future of the American factory town.
Construction Dive staff • Sept. 25, 2017
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