Shear wall testing could spur seismic code change

Structural engineers hope that building codes will allow for updated reinforced concrete standards that would help reduce rebar congestion in walls in high-seismic zones.

By Laurie Cowin • Jan. 10, 2018

The 50 States of Construction: How Indiana's thriving economy is driving construction opportunities

Jeff Lyness, of Maxwell Construction, shares his thoughts about why construction in his state is booming and how his company is using recruiting methods and technology to thrive amid the skilled labor shortage.

By Mary Tyler March • Jan. 10, 2018

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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

Vancouver, Canada greenlights 19-story mass timber tower

When complete, the condominium high-rise will be the tallest hybrid mass timber building in North America.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 10, 2018

Seattle construction company owner facing criminal charges in worker death

Increasingly, law enforcement is getting involved in accidental fatality cases that previously would have been given, at most, a citation and fine from OSHA.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 10, 2018

World of Concrete 2018: Kyocera – The leader in rugged mobile solutions

With field conditions always testing equipment durability, it is imperative to have a mobile solution that can withstand the elements while giving workers a competitive advantage. 

Jan. 10, 2018

Dodge Momentum Index ends 2017 on a high note

The month's uptick was driven by the institutional sector, which shot up 8.6% month over month, while the commercial sector grew by a modest 0.7%.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 9, 2018

How local recruiters can help construction find talent amid a shortage

Industry recruitment firms are building relationships with superintendents and project managers who can be tapped later for jobs — but for hefty fees.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 9, 2018

Trump administration slow to fill open OSHA inspector positions

OSHA is just one federal agency where the administration has put the brakes on hiring. 

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 9, 2018

Marijuana now legal in California, but employers can still enforce anti-drug policies

Zero-tolerance rules can remain despite recreational marijuana being legal — but employers nationwide must keep an eye on the issue.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 8, 2018

Resiliency at center of $1.5B Seaport San Diego design

Sea-level rise and potential seismic activity are two of the factors influencing the project's design.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 8, 2018

8 construction trends to watch in 2018

After a robust 2017, construction companies are expecting more of the same this year. Here are the strengths and challenges they face in the year ahead.

By Kim Slowey , Mary Tyler March , Laurie Cowin • Jan. 8, 2018

Construction gains 30,000 jobs in December

The industry added 210,000 jobs in 2017, a more than 35% jump from 2016's increase of 155,000.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 8, 2018

Munich RE: Global natural disaster losses total $330B

In the costliest hurricane season on record, U.S. disasters made up 50% of all losses versus its usual 32% share.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 8, 2018

Developer sues China Construction America for billions, alleges fraud

BML Properties claims the contractor's bogus billings cost it more than $2.25 billion on the Baha Mar Resort project in the Bahamas.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 5, 2018

Developers reduce height of Boston's Winthrop Square — again

Before the project can move forward, it must undergo another public review period and reconcile its affordable housing plan with the city's goals.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 5, 2018

US construction spending hits new all-time high in November

The uptick in spending was driven by a 1% monthly increase in the homebuilding sector and a 0.9% increase in the private nonresidential sector.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 4, 2018

November construction unemployment rate drops to 5%

That rate translated to 191,000 more construction workers in the industry than there were as of November 2016, boosting year-over-year employment in 36 states.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 4, 2018

Report: Majority of contractors optimistic, expect to expand staffs

A survey of Associated General Contractors of America members indicates most market segments will grow and construction firms will increase payrolls in 2018.

By Laurie Cowin • Jan. 4, 2018

Hurricane Harvey recovery puts the squeeze on Houston's training centers

Though the 2017 hurricane season resulted in job losses for some industries, demand for skilled construction workers is booming.

By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 4, 2018

Katerra reportedly seeking $200M in new funding

The turnkey modular startup, now entering its third year, reached $2.5 billion in valuation in 2017.

By Mary Tyler March • Jan. 3, 2018

Smart building tech yields utility savings up to 18%

The study, which examined office and retail space, hotels and hospitals, found each segment has significant differences in smart technology adoption.

By Laurie Cowin • Jan. 3, 2018

DHS may end H-1B visa extensions for those waiting on a green card

The proposal could keep hundreds of thousands of foreign workers off U.S. payrolls. How will American employers be affected?

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 3, 2018

Los Angeles officials choose JV to develop $1.2B mixed-use project

When complete, the development will span more than two acres and house two of the tallest towers in the western U.S.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 3, 2018

NC utility officials green light contentious Duke Energy plant expansion

The state utilities commission gave its approval despite concerns that demand for electricity could dip by the plant's scheduled opening in 2024.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 3, 2018

2018 construction industry trade show guide

These eight industry events offer a number of opportunities to exchange ideas and network with some of the industry's leading professionals.

By Mary Tyler March • Jan. 2, 2018