Commercial Building

Chicago office building constructed with coronavirus-fighting features

The $26 million Fulton East is the first in what experts say will be a trend of projects designed to maximize tenants' health and social distancing.

By Jenn Goodman • July 09, 2020

Which face coverings are best for preventing jobsite coronavirus spread?

While any mask will help mitigate the transmission of COVID-19, new research points out the types that maximize safety.

By Kim Slowey • July 09, 2020

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Safety

Construction Dive takes a look at the issues surrounding the ways to keep workers safe and on the job. Read on for ideas that can help keep your jobsites hazard-free and productive.

By Construction Dive staff

Q&A

McHugh Construction rethinks budgets, schedules to focus on new normal

The president of the 123-year-old Chicago-based construction firm talks about tracking virus-related project costs and his fear of complacency.

By Jenn Goodman • July 09, 2020

New York's MTA needs billions in federal funding after COVID-19 crisis

The transit authority's head of construction and development said federal money is crucial to preserving its historic capital plan.

By Jenn Goodman • July 07, 2020

Modular Monitor: The benefits of value engineering

Optimizing a modular project requires early collaboration and a focus on design, experts say.

By Kim Slowey • July 06, 2020

Facebook building $800M Chicago-area data center

During peak activity, the project, with Mortenson as its general contractor, will employ 1,200 construction workers.

By Kim Slowey • July 06, 2020

How US builders are overcoming coronavirus challenges

Since March, U.S. construction firms have been on the front lines of the country's new normal, formulating practices to help keep jobsites safe and operational. Here are some of their stories.

Readers Respond: Environmental laws are important for construction

While many readers said President Donald Trump's recent rollbacks of environmental regulations will reduce costs and speed up timelines, 71% said there should be no more loosening of these types of laws.

By Jenn Goodman • July 02, 2020

Lendlease reports FY loss of up to AUD 340M

The Australian company said profit will be between AUD 50 million and AUD 150 million, a sharp decline from the AUD 497 million recorded for the same time last year.

By Jenn Goodman • July 02, 2020

Levelset recognizes top construction companies with award for prompt payments

The notice and lien service provider highlighted contractors that made prompt payments to their vendors during the coronavirus pandemic.

By Kim Slowey • July 01, 2020

McDermott exits Chapter 11 bankruptcy

The reorganization eliminates $4.6 billion of debt and provides the energy contractor's management with 7.5% of newly issued equity.

By Jenn Goodman • July 01, 2020

Hard hat device facilitates social distancing, contact tracing

Originally designed to monitor safety and productivity, the WakeCap can also retrace workers' movements in the event that an employee contracts the coronavirus, according to the startup's director of business development.

By Jenn Goodman • June 30, 2020

COVID-19 presents new challenges for minority-owned construction firms

The coronavirus' economic fallout could make it more difficult to find minority-owned companies for public and other projects.

By Kim Slowey • June 30, 2020

COVID-19 health screenings raise privacy considerations for contractors

While employee screenings and temperature checks are best practices for keeping coronavirus at bay, there are legal implications that construction firms need to be aware of, according to experts.

By Jenn Goodman • June 29, 2020

Baltimore jobsite shut down after workers find noose

The offensive item was discovered at a Johns Hopkins University project, following similar incidents in Las Vegas, Toronto and Portland, Oregon.

By Kim Slowey • UPDATED: July 7, 2020 at 8:35 a.m.

McCarthy wins $233M CDC lab contract

The facility is designed for research on the most serious public health threats and will be one of only three facilities in the world able to perform diagnostic research on specific viruses.

By Kim Slowey • June 26, 2020

Take our survey: Will Trump's rollback of environmental regulations help construction?

The president's administration is loosening environmental rules for federal projects. Let us know what this means to your business.

By Jenn Goodman • June 26, 2020

Major stadium projects impacted by COVID-19 slowdowns

So far, contractors and owners are pushing forward with the construction of stadiums and arenas despite coronavirus outbreaks.

By Kim Slowey • June 25, 2020

Readers Respond: Don't shut down sites in high-risk areas

In response to last week's survey, Construction Dive readers weigh in on whether jobsites should close to help mitigate the spread of the coronavirus in states like Florida, Texas and California, where cases are surging.

By Jenn Goodman • June 25, 2020

Q&A

Adolfson & Peterson adapts to material shortages, new protocols, other challenges

Construction Dive talks with Corbett Nichter, executive vice president and COO of the company's eastern regions, about supply chain issues, keeping workers safe and future concerns.

By Jenn Goodman • June 25, 2020

Social distancing strategies keep contractors productive

Social distancing requirements such as staggered schedules and teleworking don't have to derail construction schedules, according to companies that are making them work. 

By Kim Slowey • June 24, 2020

3 tips for saving on technology costs during the pandemic

For contractors and other businesses, the coronavirus-induced recession requires thorough audits and justification of back-office technology.

By Naomi Eide • June 24, 2020

Commercial Construction Index, confidence in future revenue plummet

New data released today shows contractors lack confidence in new business and revenue opportunities due to the coronavirus' impact on construction.

By Zachary Phillips • June 23, 2020

Tech, stability may move Gen Z through the trades pipeline

The coronavirus hasn't stopped contractors' recruitment efforts and in some ways is demonstrating the industry's growing technology use and its career opportunities.

By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • June 22, 2020

Green, yellow, red: How US airport construction projects are faring during the pandemic

Construction Dive checks in on construction at some of the country’s biggest airports, tracking where work has accelerated, slowed or stopped during the coronavirus outbreak.

By Zachary Phillips • June 22, 2020