'Human error' cited for deadly Google Seattle crane collapse, 3 firms fined $107K

The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries indicated that workers took shortcuts when dismantling the crane in April, which made it more susceptible to the wind that toppled it, taking four lives.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 21, 2019

Footage shows workers concerned about Hard Rock New Orleans before deadly collapse

Despite speculation and a lawsuit alleging risky cost cutting, the cause of the collapse has not yet been determined. 

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 18, 2019

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Top subcontractors: ENR's 2019 list, analysis

During a webinar, some of the specialty contractors said they are forging partnerships with owners to ensure long-term work during a potential downturn.

By Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 17, 2019

Report: KCI airport JV contractor allegedly withheld late pay, delay history from application

The issue raises the question of what aspects of a contractor's history should be brought to light during a bidding process.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 17, 2019

Rebar-tying robot attracts Shark Tank investor, $3M in funding

Called "a game changer for the construction industry" by Mark Cuban, the Toggle system aims to double productivity.

By Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 16, 2019

A flood of new construction: Will you tap into the $400B seawall pipeline?

Communities across the country are considering construction projects to protect them from sea level rise. Will you bid on them?

By Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 16, 2019

Hensel Phelps receives contract approval for resumption of Denver Airport construction

The GC, according to the airport authority, will start its $195 million construction management and general contracting (CM/GC) services contract for the $650 million Great Hall terminal project next month.

By Kim Slowey • Updated Feb. 20, 2020

2 dead, 1 missing after collapse of Hard Rock Hotel project in New Orleans

Officials said the investigation into why the upper floors on one side gave way will not start until the search for a missing worker is complete.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 14, 2019

Inside Columbus, Ohio's $4B construction boom

A record number of starts this year will propel the city far beyond its peers in construction work, if the labor pool can keep up.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 10, 2019

New workforce program sells construction as 'cool'

Build California’s digital-driven workforce development initiative is designed to appeal to Generation Z.

By Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 10, 2019

Could a deadly fire like the one at UK's Grenfell Tower happen in the US?

Questions about codes' and building materials' roles in fire safety were addressed by experts at the Construct conference.

By Jean Dimeo • Oct. 10, 2019

What builders should know about construction on sacred land

As evidenced by the recent Hawaii telescope project, crews working on historic sites can be stalled by protests or, in other cases, by the findings of artifacts or even human remains.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 9, 2019

OpenSpace, the 'Google Street View of construction,' called a game changer

With investors like Suffolk, Tishman Speyer and WeWork, OpenSpace is one of the industry's most hyped startups — and for good reason, users say.

By Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 9, 2019

Slow payers cost GCs, subs $64B a year

A majority of subs said they have chosen not to bid on certain projects if the owner or general contractor has a reputation for paying late, and 72% said they would discount their work for quicker payments, a new survey found.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 9, 2019

Drones above Microsoft revolutionize its campus rebuild

The software behemoth is constructing 17 new buildings on its Washington campus and Skycatch's drones are capturing the entire process.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 9, 2019

The most expensive projects on the planet: $175B fuels these 5 jobsites

A magnetic levitation train system, airport expansions, a giant tower and a massive water project are among the biggest construction undertakings worldwide.

By Zachary Phillips • Oct. 7, 2019

5 metro markets to dominate US megaproject trend

An FMI report predicts that over the next several years, New York, Los Angeles, Dallas, Houston and Washington will make up one-fifth of total megaproject construction in the U.S.

By Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 7, 2019

Mega billions: a look at some of the biggest US construction projects underway

Many in the industry consider a project that costs $1 billion or more a megaproject. These five projects make $1 billion seem like small change. 

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 7, 2019

Dodge: Owners, contractors have different ideas of what makes multi-site work successful

When owners orchestrate work at many locations at once under a single construction program, communication is vital, but a new study points out several areas in which contractors and owners need better alignment. 

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 6, 2019

Amazon HQ2 developer to revamp adjacent 2.6M square feet

JBG Smith's latest plans in Virginia will mean more construction, mostly redevelopment, alongside the work being done for the tech giant.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 5, 2019

Crane watch: High-profile projects underway in the 10 busiest US markets

Certain areas of the country are enjoying an added boost from the current construction boom. Here are some of the top projects in the most active states.

By Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 4, 2019

Market watch: Track construction's economic health

A watch list of the reports, indexes, surveys and stocks that can help contractors follow what's to come for the industry and their businesses.

By Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 3, 2019

Report reveals the most in-demand multifamily amenities

From yoga studios and screening rooms to tankless water heaters and Peloton bikes, these are the top 113 features that buyers and renters seek.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 3, 2019

Market watch: Indicators crucial to planning for a construction downturn

Construction leaders and industry experts look to a range of signs when trying to accurately forecast the future for their businesses.

By Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 2, 2019

US tops global hotel construction pipeline

In a record-high market, Marriott leads development with more than 2,500 hotel projects worldwide.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 2, 2019