The Dotted Line: How to prepare for a construction project audit

Project finances might be the first thing that comes to mind when it's time for a project audit, but they only represent one element of a comprehensive review. Here's a look at the big picture.  

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 25, 2018

New Salesforce Tower tallest building in San Francisco

Attached to a city transportation hub, the 61-story skyscraper still needs tenant build-outs before leaseholders can move in.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 25, 2018

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Preconstruction

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

By Construction Dive staff

Katerra snaps up $865M in Series D funding

The announcement comes just three weeks after reports suggested the turnkey modular builder was readying for a $200 million funding round.

By Mary Tyler March • Jan. 24, 2018

'Reskilling crisis' emerging as 1.4M US jobs face technology disruption

Only 2% of workers have skills to immediately transition to new jobs, according to a World Economic Forum report.

By Naomi Eide • Jan. 24, 2018

Fungus may help concrete self-repair

Research is in its early stages, and questions about how fungus will survive within concrete's harsh environment still remain.

By Laurie Cowin • Jan. 24, 2018

December architecture billings strong, finish 2017's best quarter

The positive end to 2017 puts industry activity on solid ground for the coming months.

By Mary Tyler March • Jan. 24, 2018

Gilbane named general contractor for Foxconn's $10B WI factory

Neither company has officially announced the deal, but Foxconn said the selection will follow the finalization of necessary agreements.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 23, 2018

Construction underway on $2.1B Orlando airport terminal

When the new terminal is complete in 2020, airport officials said it will accommodate up to 80 million passengers a year.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 23, 2018

What VA's and OR's new licensing laws mean for contractors

Both measures are intended to help ensure that contractors meet their financial and other obligations related to work performed under their state licenses.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 19, 2018

VA hospital in CO nears completion, more than $1B over budget

Design errors have contributed to project delays and cost overruns, with another contractor still required to fix hundreds of small design mistakes.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 19, 2018

CA cities settle lawsuits, clear way for billions in new development

Lack of affordable housing and traffic congestion were at the heart of the disagreement between Santa Clara and San Jose.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 19, 2018

Amazon unveils top 20 contenders for HQ2

Let the jockeying begin: Amazon will make a final decision this year after a deeper dive into each city's potential.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 18, 2018

Apple announces intent to build second US campus

This latest announcement from Apple aligns with recent trends pointing to huge companies upping their capital expenditures for newer, bigger spaces.

By Laurie Cowin • Jan. 18, 2018

Offsite construction to ramp up in 2018

The rise will be driven by factors including contractors' difficulty filling skilled labor positions and the need to complete projects faster and with fewer resources.

By Mary Tyler March • Jan. 17, 2018

Trimble exec: BIM, constructible data will transform industry

Software maker Trimble is teaming up with Dutch construction company VolkerWessels to hone BIM capabilities and better leverage project data.

By Mary Tyler March • Jan. 17, 2018

Financing, procedures documents approved for $2B Las Vegas Raiders stadium

The agreement could see slight changes in the coming weeks as the stadium authority, NFL owners and Clark County commissioners finalize the deal.

By Kim Slowey , Mary Tyler March • Jan. 17, 2018

Green Building Initiative buys global rights to Green Globes rating system

The deal allows nonprofit GBI to expand the sustainability rating system for commercial and multifamily buildings worldwide.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 17, 2018

Sports venue construction spending expected to jump in 2019

The upward trend in spending should follow a temporary drop in sports venue outlays this year.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 17, 2018

Q&A: Consigli Construction exec on why craftsmanship is still important

Steven Gentilucci, general superintendent and head of self-perform division, discusses how construction companies can embrace craftsmanship.

By Laurie Cowin • Jan. 17, 2018

You can fix internal skills gaps — but you have to find them first

When training shortcomings start affecting the bottom line, it's time to identify exactly where employees are missing the mark.

By Riia O'Donnell • Jan. 16, 2018

Manhattan to churn out record office supply through 2019

More than 22 million square feet of new Manhattan office space is expected to come online in the next five years.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 16, 2018

Schedules and payments dominate subcontractor challenges

General contractors and subs need to be on the same page about these issues in order for the project to be done right and profitable.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 16, 2018

Toyota, Mazda to build $1.6B AL plant

The plant, which is expected to employ 4,000 people, is part of a five-year, $10 billion Toyota investment initiative.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 11, 2018

Recognizing and combating construction fraud

Reasons for construction fraud range from trying to keep a failing business alive to personal enrichment. Here's how to stop it before it happens.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 11, 2018

OSHA renews commitment to safe workplaces for women construction workers

The OSHA alliance will address concerns like selecting appropriate personal protective equipment, sanitation and gender-based threats.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 11, 2018