Commercial Building
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New York, Chicago among the world's 2019 'construction mega cities'
Ten U.S. cities on GlobalData's list each have a minimum of $30 billion in their pipeline.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 05, 2019 -
Hard Rock New Orleans developer will not implode partially collapsed building
1031 Canal Development said a conventional demolition could start sooner, help keep the structure stable and give crews a better chance to recover the two deceased workers inside.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 05, 2019 -
The US has no BIM mandate. Does it matter?
While many countries require the use of building information modeling for some projects, the AEC industry in the United States relies on a non-mandatory standard.
By Jenn Goodman • Dec. 03, 2019 -
Crystal Lagoons' manmade lake given another chance in $1B Texas mixed-use project
Developer Sapphire Bay has officially broken ground on the massive crystalline recreational lake near Dallas, which had unsuccessful starts under two previous development teams.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 03, 2019 -
2020 could see construction growth throttled by costs, labor and bearish owners
Although market forces are causing architects to be hit with delays and even cancellations, two of the industry's top economists say growth will slow some but remain mostly steady over the next year.
By Jenn Goodman • Dec. 02, 2019 -
3 design-build teams in final bids for $233M Denver convention center contract
After firing program manager Trammell Crow for improperly sharing information with bidder Mortenson Construction, city officials have narrowed the competition to PCL Construction, Hensel Phelps and The Weitz Co.
By Kim Slowey • Dec. 02, 2019 -
A guide to 2020's top construction trade shows and conferences
Here is a list of 2020’s biggest construction industry events.
By Zachary Phillips • Dec. 02, 2019 -
Suffolk's safety app wins industry award
The RiskX app works with data from Smartvid.io to predict jobsite risks that could lead to accidents.
By Zachary Phillips • Nov. 27, 2019 -
Boston-based firm completes largest 3D-printed building in world in Dubai
The walls of the cement-based building were created on-site in uncontrolled weather conditions, in a process that is expected to be available in the U.S. next year.
By Jenn Goodman • Nov. 27, 2019 -
3 retractable roof projects open up special construction considerations
Globe Life Field, New York City's The Shed and Hokkaido Ballpark in Japan are the latest venues to sport sliding roof sections. Here's how they were built.
By Jenn Goodman • Nov. 27, 2019 -
Lawsuit threatens $275M Tennessee MLS stadium construction
A local activist organization claims that a city agency's unfair alliance to investors in the Nashville FC team swayed its awarding of contracts to Populous, Mortenson and Messer Construction.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 27, 2019 -
McDermott reaches short-term agreement with debt holders
The agreement with senior note holders should allow McDermott to "continue collaborative discussions regarding a long-term balance sheet solution," the petroleum contractor said.
By Jenn Goodman • UPDATED: Dec. 5, 2019 at 8:58 a.m. -
Deep Dive
Deconstructing a crisis: After an accident, 1 tweet could ruin a contractor's reputation
False information can spread on social media and become "almost impossible to manage,” according to a communications consultant, unless the right strategy is in place.
By Jenn Goodman • Nov. 25, 2019 -
Surprise inspectors stop work at more than 2K NYC construction sites and counting
Despite pushback from developers, a team of 38 has randomly inspected more than 20,000 major construction projects in the city, saying it's resulted in safer working conditions, and that number is set to increase.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 25, 2019 -
AECOM's Michael Burke to leave, opening door for new CEO and new chairman
The firm also announced today an agreement that will add three Starboard Value members to its board. "The company is at a point of major change ... and the timing seems appropriate," an analyst told Construction Dive.
By Jenn Goodman • Nov. 22, 2019 -
Apple starts construction on $1B Austin, Texas, campus
The tech giant's push to house 15,000 employees near one of its facilities is the latest example of tech-related construction in the booming but still affordable city.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 21, 2019 -
Esports stadium in Philly may herald a trend and new construction niche
Comcast Spectacor teamed with Cordish Cos. and architect Populous to customize a game day experience unlike traditional sports venues. Continued growth in esports may create a new segment for contractors to target.
By Zachary Phillips • Nov. 21, 2019 -
Study finds maternity benefits for construction tradeswomen financially feasible
“This benefit is long overdue," said a union rep who has seen a leave program be successful. "We want to equip our members with what they need to both work in the construction industry and to raise a family."
By Jenn Goodman • Nov. 21, 2019 -
We've got your back: 8 construction exoskeletons you should know about
Wearables that help reduce user fatigue and increase productivity are soon to hit jobsites in earnest. Here's an early look at the first crop to expect.
By Jenn Goodman • Nov. 20, 2019 -
Construction's biggest executive moves in 2019
Some of the biggest players have appointed new leaders to maintain dominance as the industry anticipates headwinds.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 20, 2019 -
Electrical subcontractor on Apple Park campus sued by EEOC for racial discrimination
The lawsuit alleges that Air Systems Inc. tolerated racial harassment of African American workers on the tech giant's second campus project.
By Jenn Goodman • Nov. 20, 2019 -
On site: An inside look at Mortenson-McCarthy's $1.9B Raiders stadium construction in Las Vegas
The project team brought Construction Dive into the huddle as it reaches 75% completion of one of the NFL's most innovative stadiums.
By Jenn Goodman • Nov. 19, 2019 -
HVAC sub claims Skanska owes it $4M in change orders for New York medical center project
A lawyer for Dynamic Systems said there's no ostensible reason for the GC to withhold pay unless it's in a dispute with the owner.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 19, 2019 -
ABC chapter sues Florida city over construction hiring requirements
The lawsuit maintains that St. Petersburg is prohibited by state law from requiring apprenticeships as a condition of bidding on public projects and that it has expanded the definition of apprenticeships beyond what the state intended.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 19, 2019 -
Great Hall claims DIA's lack of engagement contributed to airport renovation problems
The former GC of the $1.8 billion Denver International Airport expansion blames airport officials for the contract-ending overruns and delays.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 18, 2019
