Zero-energy buildings see big boost

Solar panels, efficient heat pumps, radiant cooling systems and techniques that improve building envelopes all contribute to green building's continuing rise.

By Laurie Cowin • March 14, 2018

Amazon HQ2 'losers' use bid process as learning experience

Some cities already plan to reuse bid materials, while many agree that the bidding process alone set them up well for future competitions.

By Chris Teale • March 14, 2018

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

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MetLife to build 8.5-acre mixed-use development in Atlanta

The MetLife site was one of several submitted to Amazon as a potential location for its $5 billion, second North American headquarters.

By Kim Slowey • March 14, 2018

Ohio negotiating for $10B ethane cracker plant

If the plan goes forward, the Belmont County plant could create as many as 6,000 construction jobs and 500 permanent positions once complete.

By Kim Slowey • March 14, 2018

What does the new tax reform act mean for construction companies?

Michael DeSiato, an accountant and a financial planner, provides insights on the act's provisions that will impact construction and related businesses.

By Michael DeSiato • March 13, 2018

In 'most important labor decision in decades,' SCOTUS appears ready to weaken unions

While the case involves public-sector union fees, one expert says the outcome will have major implications for private employers, too.

By Lisa Burden and Kate Tornone • March 13, 2018

Majority of worksites could be violating OSHA's electronic record-keeping rule

OSHA has until June 15 to inspect its database of locations and issue violations to those that did not file 2016 summaries.

By Kim Slowey • March 13, 2018

Report: Global construction waste will almost double by 2025

Lack of global recycling standards is one hurdle the construction waste market faces in its efforts to reduce the amount of material that ends up in landfills.

By Kim Slowey • March 13, 2018

Facebook building $2.5B Atlanta-area data center

The data center, scheduled to be operational in 2020, will generate hundreds of construction jobs and be powered completely by renewable energy.

By Kim Slowey • March 12, 2018

Developer reveals $660M plans for Seattle's KeyArena upgrade

OVG and architecture firm Populous have included an upper-deck club space where fans can view the arena bowl and the Space Needle at the same time.

By Kim Slowey • March 12, 2018

Dan Gilbert clinches land swap deal from Wayne County

The billionaire Quicken Loans founder is set to build a $533 million criminal justice center in Detroit, which could break ground as early as October.

By Kim Slowey , Mary Tyler March • March 12, 2018

Construction sees best month of job growth since March 2007

Construction accounted for one-fifth of net new job creation in the U.S. last month.

By Mary Tyler March • March 9, 2018

Group set to reveal first global international safety management standard

The new voluntary standard is intended to help companies set up a framework for their safety programs.

By Kim Slowey • March 9, 2018

Kent State University officials approve $1B campus overhaul

The 10-year plan will be carried out in three phases, ranging in cost from $100 million to $400 million.

By Kim Slowey • March 9, 2018

Leading by example: How empathy and inclusion can change construction

For Skanska USA Vice President and Account Manager Katie Coulson, the industry's biggest asset is its people and the knowledge they bring to the table.

By Mary Tyler March • March 8, 2018

February sees second-straight month of slowdown in commercial sector

The Dodge Data & Analytics report said an increase in vacancy rates for offices and warehouses could be behind the sector's sluggish momentum.

By Kim Slowey • March 8, 2018

Senate reviews new $3.3B FBI headquarters proposal

In addition to project specifics, FBI representatives fielded questions from lawmakers about the White House's involvement in the new proposal.

By Kim Slowey • March 8, 2018

Forging her own path through the construction industry

Anna Jacobson, an 18-year veteran of Morley Builders, prioritizes mentoring other women while pursuing her career goals.

By Kim Slowey • March 8, 2018

Carpenters sidestep Hudson Yards legal battle, reach agreement with Related Cos.

The New York City District Council of Carpenters broke ranks from the regional umbrella union coalition, which is still entrenched in a lawsuit with the developer, and agreed to provide labor for the second phase of Hudson Yards.

By Kim Slowey • Updated Aug. 9, 2018

Study: Prevailing wage laws move African-American construction workers toward income equality

The Illinois Economic Policy Institute found that laws can increase African-American construction workers' net pay by 24%, and other workers benefit, too.

By Kim Slowey • March 8, 2018

Is Seattle's building boom over?

There are still plenty of projects in the pipeline, but construction has declined in the past six months and Seattle's crane count has fallen by 22%.

By Kim Slowey • March 7, 2018

Katerra plans major US factory expansion

Katerra's buildouts this year will be conventional wood panel and truss factories, and potentially another mass timber plant in the Southeast.

By Mary Tyler March • March 7, 2018

Operators can control this Samsung drone with their eyes

As commercial drone use rises, the sophisticated technologies, applications and regulations around them also escalate.

By Laurie Cowin • March 7, 2018

Los Angeles mayor promotes mandatory earthquake safeguards for buildings

A report says steel buildings constructed from the early 1970s through 1994 are susceptible to earthquake damage. 

By Kim Slowey • March 7, 2018

Tutor Perini, Parsons JV wins $1.4B New Jersey airport project

The Newark Liberty International Airport renovation is the biggest design-build project in the state's history, and just one of the major airport projects in the New York City area.

By Kim Slowey • March 6, 2018