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Expert: Detailed site plans needed to avoid crane collisions
This week's two-crane collision at an Austin, Texas, project that sent 16 people to the hospital shows contractors should include crane locations as part of a site safety plan, according to one crane expert.
By Kim Slowey • Sept. 18, 2020 -
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'Premium grocer effect' elevates multifamily rental prices
Apartment communities with a Whole Foods or Trader Joe’s on the ground floor earn rents that are nearly 6% higher than similar buildings with no grocer, according to a new study.
By Zachary Phillips • Sept. 18, 2020 -
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Phoenix rises as US construction starts plummet
The Arizona city has seen starts leap by 82% during the first half of 2020. What makes this state capital special?
By Zachary Phillips • Sept. 17, 2020 -
More than 60 projects expedited by Trump executive order waiving environmental regulations
Newly released documents provide details into some of the infrastructure projects that have been sped up by the Trump administration to help hasten the economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
By Jenn Goodman • Sept. 17, 2020 -
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Researchers receive patents for prestressed concrete innovation
Swiss scientists are investigating new possibilities for self-tensioned concrete beams with carbon fiber-reinforced plastic inside, which helps make the building material easy to work with yet durable and stable.
By Jenn Goodman • Sept. 16, 2020 -
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Wildfires force shut down of construction sites in the West
Contractors are closing jobs voluntarily to protect workers' health from hazardous air quality, but an absence of mandates puts them in an awkward spot with owners.
By Joe Bousquin • Sept. 16, 2020 -
Is factoring the right move to help finance a construction project?
With rates as low as 2%, factoring arrangements can help general contractors finance new projects, especially as COVID-19 puts a pinch on traditional lending.
By Kim Slowey • Sept. 15, 2020 -
Federal court says DOL joint-employer rule 'arbitrary and capricious'; ABC says judge 'got it wrong'
A federal court judge found that the Labor Department's new rule is in conflict with the Fair Labor Standards Act's broader definition. The Associated Builders and Contractors contends the judge "misapplied precedent" and suggests an appeal.
By Kim Slowey • Sept. 15, 2020 -
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Gensler earned highest revenue among US architecture firms for 9th consecutive year
The San Francisco-based firm brought in $1.5 billion in 2019 revenue, but the results reflect business that came in before the onset of the pandemic.
By Zachary Phillips • Sept. 14, 2020 -
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Many banks not yet accepting PPP forgiveness applications
Lenders are awaiting more guidance from the federal government as well as potential legislative action on the Paycheck Protection Program. Here is a rundown of what some of the country's top banks are telling customers.
By Jenn Goodman • Sept. 14, 2020 -
Payroll tax deferral program could leave employers holding the bag
Firms that allow workers to defer Social Security taxes this year could face the liability of repaying the taxes themselves, according to an ADP executive.
By Robert Freedman • Sept. 11, 2020 -
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Jacobs Engineering accelerating retrofits of COVID-19 vaccine manufacturing facilities
The pandemic has led to an increased reliance on construction technology and stressed the critical nature of in-depth planning, according to a Jacobs Engineering official.
By Kim Slowey • Sept. 10, 2020 -
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Burger King to build mobile-focused restaurant model in 2021
The fast food chain's designs feature a drive-in, curbside pickup, mobile takeout lockers and a suspended kitchen that can deliver food to drive-thru customers using a conveyor belt.
By Julie Littman • Sept. 10, 2020 -
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The most in-demand tech jobs in construction
The mushrooming field of contech has companies like Clark Construction and Skanska looking for a new kind of worker who understands the principles of building science, project management and computer coding.
By Joe Bousquin • Sept. 09, 2020 -
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Pitt professor receives $1.8M grant for ladder safety
A University of Pittsburgh researcher is looking into the role of friction in designing slip-resistant ladders.
By Jenn Goodman • Sept. 09, 2020 -
How AECOM is riding technology to the 'workplace of the future'
Leveraging global design centers and repeatable aspects of past projects, the construction giant's new CEO sees remote work continuing long after the pandemic is over.
By Joe Bousquin • Sept. 09, 2020 -
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Q&ASuicide prevention in construction more important than ever
The COVID-19 crisis has the potential to exacerbate anxiety, depression and other mental health issues among construction workers, according to the chairperson of the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention.
By Jenn Goodman • Sept. 09, 2020 -
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Florida contractor arrested for PPP fraud, could face 30 years in prison
Days after receiving a $2 million Paycheck Protection Program loan, the Fort Myers roofing company owner allegedly bought a $689,000 catamaran.
By Jenn Goodman • Sept. 09, 2020 -
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Deep DiveContractors prepare to face COVID-19 challenges for the long haul
As summer turns to fall, construction pros are looking to new solutions to deal with the coronavirus pandemic through the rest of the year and into 2021.
By Joe Bousquin • Sept. 08, 2020 -
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ColumnModular Monitor: What contractors should be telling owners about shifting to offsite construction
It’s important to have an early conversation with owners about the potential for cost savings and other benefits because the reality could be different from preconceptions, experts say.
By Kim Slowey • Sept. 08, 2020 -
Congress is back, but presidential election may hinder relief for construction
Contractors are concerned about infrastructure spending running out, paying workers and liability protection, but the upcoming election could mean a lack of compromise this fall.
By Zachary Phillips • Sept. 08, 2020 -
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Lendlease to design, build Google's new 40-acre, mixed-use development
The Mountain View, California, project will include 1.3 million square feet of office space and up to 1,850 housing units. Lendlease says it has more Google projects to come.
By Zachary Phillips • Sept. 04, 2020 -
Readers Respond: Insight from Construction Dive's readers
Your answers to our surveys have been surprising, informative and highly relevant. Take a closer look at the various insights we received during our Friday Feedback summer series.
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AGC survey finds project delays, labor shortages worsening for construction
Associated General Contractors of America officials said neither political party is helping to mitigate construction industry fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic and workers are choosing unemployment benefits over jobs.
By Joe Bousquin • Sept. 03, 2020 -
Readers Respond: Contractors see 2020's challenges continuing
2020 has been an unprecedented year for construction. As the summer winds down, Construction Dive readers weigh in on the issues they anticipate this fall and in early 2021.
By Zachary Phillips • Sept. 03, 2020
