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. 3, 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 Jennifer Goodman • Dec. 2, 2019

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Careful collaboration before shovels hit dirt is key to a successful project, experts say.

By Construction Dive staff

Hensel Phelps selected for Denver convention center contract

The $233 million project had been stalled by allegations of impropriety in the bidding process.

By Kim Slowey • Updated July 8, 2020

A guide to 2020's top construction trade shows and conferences

The biggest construction industry events this year may be closer than you think. Learn more about them, when they begin and where they will be this year. 

By Zachary Phillips • Dec. 2, 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer Goodman • Nov. 27, 2019

Nashville sports authority must reapprove MLS stadium contract

The authority’s contract with Mortenson and Messer is void because a public meeting for its approval was not properly noticed, a judge has ruled.

By Kim Slowey , Zachary Phillips • Updated June 30, 2020

McDermott receives NYSE delisting warning

As the company staves off bankruptcy, it must also remedy that its average closing price of common stock has fallen below $1 per share over a period of 30 consecutive trading days, the minimum for continued listing. 

By Jennifer Goodman • Updated Dec. 16, 2019

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 Jennifer 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 names new CEO

Amid the resignation of search committee head Peter Feld, the board appointed current CFO W. Troy Rudd as chief executive officer.

By Jennifer Goodman • Updated June 15, 2020

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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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 Jennifer 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

Elon Musk's Boring Co. finishes first tunnel for Las Vegas Convention Center people mover

Having taken three months to complete this phase, the underground boring machine will now be disassembled and moved to drill a parallel tunnel. 

By Zachary Phillips • Updated Feb. 19, 2020

OSHA: Faulty wiring at Universal Orlando caused electric shocks to employees, guests

The theme park was not fined for the incident, but one legal expert says the company and contractors that built the park could be sued by individuals who were injured.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 14, 2019

AIA updates construction management contract documents

The AIA's revisions address the larger industry trend of early collaboration in preconstruction and integrated project delivery methods.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 14, 2019