Remote control: What construction companies are doing to keep work going

Amid the coronavirus response and workers increasingly being advised to work remotely, some firms shared with Construction Dive their response to teleworking in an industry where in-person jobsite work is essential. 

By Zachary Phillips • March 18, 2020

Hotel construction pipeline ends 2019 with record high

Though there were a record number of hotels planned and underway as of the close of the year, Lodging Econometrics' results and forecast do not include the potential impact of the coronavirus.

By Kim Slowey • March 18, 2020

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Top 5 stories from Construction Dive

Construction Dive editors curate some of the industry’s top stories from this year.

By Construction Dive staff

BigRentz acquires Illinois equipment rental company en route to potential IPO

The largest heavy equipment rental firm in the U.S. merged with Lizzy Lift and has plans to acquire more companies like it.

By Zachary Phillips • March 18, 2020

Boston construction reboots with new safety guidelines

Mayor Martin Walsh's phased opening of sites starts today with roofing, foundation and steel erection work.

By Jennifer Goodman • Updated May 18, 2020

AGC opposes paid leave provision in House coronavirus bill

If passed in the Senate, the plan could lead to industry layoffs, bankruptcies and delays in the construction of medical and emergency facilities, according to the Associated General Contractors of America.

By Jennifer Goodman • March 17, 2020

Force majeure clauses take center stage in contractors' coronavirus response

The time is now for firms to protect themselves from the potentially devastating effects of the coronavirus pandemic, according to attorney Trent Cotney. Careful bidding and specific contract provisions can help mitigate the risk.

By Trent Cotney • March 16, 2020

Construction Dive's coronavirus headquarters: In-depth analysis for contractors

A roundup of Construction Dive's top original articles focused on the challenges and solutions of construction during the pandemic.

By Construction Dive Editors • Updated June 30, 2020

NYC zoning loophole challenged in case that would require removing top 20 floors of tower

Though the state supreme court ruled that 200 Amsterdam combined two lots to exceed height limitations, a workaround that has since been invalidated, the partial demolition mandate is now up in the air. For one, the dangers and financial repercussions could be deemed too severe.

By Kim Slowey • March 16, 2020

COVID-19: Construction Dive's daily news and resource tracker

North Carolina health officials report high rates of COVID-19 among Latino construction workers, Chicago’s Aon Center Observatory project has been delayed and a Santa Barbara, California, contractor is building free "parklets" for local restaurants.

By Nami Sumida • Updated June 30, 2020

6 ways the coronavirus outbreak will affect construction

Contractors are used to risk but are they prepared for everything the pandemic will throw at them? Here are the top consequences builders will face.

By Jennifer Goodman • March 13, 2020

Balfour Beatty profit up 8% amid US civil project delays and coronavirus monitoring

Despite an overall increase in U.S. revenue, CEO Leo Quinn said that around 18 civil projects there have fallen behind schedule, leading to reduced profitability in that sector.

By Kim Slowey • March 13, 2020

Trust translates to better financial, organizational performance for contractors, survey shows

Despite the benefits of high levels of trust in an organization, only 63% of construction companies surveyed said they have "very high" levels. 

By Kim Slowey • March 12, 2020

Labor Department apprenticeship rule exempts construction programs

The rule has raised concern among contractor groups and generated 326,798 public comments, with the majority expressing opposition to Industry-Recognized Apprenticeship Programs for construction.

By Jennifer Goodman • March 11, 2020

Autonomous technologies can help alleviate the labor shortage

From reality capture to fully autonomous bulldozers, automation in construction is reducing some jobsite tasks performed by humans.

By Zachary Phillips • March 11, 2020

Employees on California bullet train project claim they were told to keep quiet about issues

Workers on the costly and delayed bullet train project from Northern to Southern California said sharing bad news was considered not being a "team player," the Los Angeles Times reported.

By Zachary Phillips • March 11, 2020

Judge approves McDermott reorganization, $2.7B sale of Lummus Technology

The confirmation by a U.S. Bankruptcy Court eliminates more than $4.6 billion of debt for the beleaguer​ed energy contractor.

By Jennifer Goodman • Updated March 13, 2020

Founders of modular builder Guerdon buy company assets, form new business

The owners, who bought the Idaho company in a foreclosure sale, say the new firm will capitalize on labor shortages and rising construction costs in West Coast markets.

By Kim Slowey • March 10, 2020

Scrutiny shifts to city of New Orleans in the aftermath of the Hard Rock collapse

Alleged malfeasance in the New Orleans Department of Safety and Permits could leave the city liable, although it would be difficult to prove, a legal expert explains.

By Kim Slowey • March 9, 2020

The pros and cons of design-build

The collaborative design-build delivery method can save time and money, but experts say there are key factors contractors should consider before making the switch. 

By Kim Slowey • March 9, 2020

Clark settles $5M The Wharf DC lawsuit with Perkins Eastman for undisclosed amount

The general contractor for Phase 1 of the $2.5 billion development sued the architecture firm for design flaws in 2018 and the latter retaliated with a claim about not being paid. Clark says the pair are now ready to work together again.

By Kim Slowey • March 6, 2020

Construction industry growth predicted in JLL 2020 report amid cost upticks, coronavirus uncertainty

Contributing to the overall economic environment of the industry are the usual suspects of rising material costs and trade policies as well as a new health crisis that could impact those factors even more.

By Kim Slowey • March 6, 2020

AECOM NYC office nabs MTA, Port Authority veterans

The hiring of former New York MTA CEO Tom Prendergast and former Port Authority COO Denise Berger will no doubt help AECOM tap into large public projects in a time when demand and competition are heating up.

By Jennifer Goodman • March 5, 2020

SEC, some shareholders oppose McDermott Chapter 11 plan

The opposition stems from the plan's overly broad liability releases and the fact that management gets new equity while stockholders are shut out.

By Jennifer Goodman • March 5, 2020

What's it like to kick off construction for Clark at Amazon's HQ2?

Clark Construction Senior Superintendent Monique Holley talks about the importance of collaboration, safety and getting community buy-in for the high-profile project in Arlington, Virginia.

By Jennifer Goodman • March 4, 2020

Contractors in US' coronavirus-affected areas say it's business as usual

Cases of COVID-19 are growing in the U.S. but its effect on American construction companies has been negligible so far, according to industry associations closely monitoring the reaction among their members.

By Jennifer Goodman , Kim Slowey • March 4, 2020