Why P3s can be a project delivery method worth the risk

When executed properly, public-private partnerships can be a win-win for those on both sides of the aisle.

By Mary Tyler March • March 26, 2018

Why project delivery methods are limited for public projects

Despite the promise of cost savings and speedier completion, not all government agencies are on board with collaborative delivery methods. 

By Kim Slowey • March 26, 2018

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Preconstruction

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

By Construction Dive staff

Report: Apartments trump other commercial properties on risk and returns

One reason apartments have done so well is that investors in other asset classes lowball capital expenditures for those properties, the National Multifamily Housing Council found.

By Kim Slowey • March 26, 2018

How owners select project delivery methods

Company culture, previous experience, technology and other factors influence what method the owner chooses.

By Laurie Cowin • March 26, 2018

Gilbane, M+W Group named construction-design team for $10B Foxconn factory

Hiring for the controversial project, which is expected to need 10,000 construction workers each year, could begin within the next 60 days.

By Kim Slowey • March 23, 2018

Hiring women can ease the construction labor shortage

Vicki O'Leary of the Iron Workers writes that women can fill "manly jobs," and that the industry must mitigate sexism and break down gender bias on the jobsite.

By Vicki O'Leary • March 23, 2018

ABC: Proactive measures can boost jobsite safety by 670%

Associated Builders and Contractors said companies that implement leading indicators in training also can reduce reportable safety incidents by 85%.

By Kim Slowey • March 23, 2018

Turner Construction wins $520M contract for California agency HQ

The new Natural Resources Agency building will occupy 838,000 square feet in downtown Sacramento.

By Kim Slowey • March 22, 2018

Local hire fines for Detroit arena contractors climb to $5.2M

Little Caesars Arena contractors have hired 25% local workers, but were required to employ at least 51%.

By Kim Slowey • March 22, 2018

Houston's hurricane recovery efforts delaying city construction projects

Houston must fund 100% of Hurricane Harvey-related construction while waiting for federal government reimbursements.

By Kim Slowey • March 22, 2018

PlanGrid doubles down on Dropbox partnership

The move aims to increase ease of collaboration and efficiency among project stakeholders through better-connected technology.

By Mary Tyler March • March 21, 2018

Wood nanocrystals in a California bridge could change how concrete is made

The nanocrystals are expected to strengthen concrete and decrease the need to use as much of the material.

By Mary Tyler March • March 21, 2018

Penn State, United Nations partner to increase sustainable building worldwide

As part of the Global Building Network, the two intend to provide frameworks for and education about better building practices.  

By Laurie Cowin • March 21, 2018

Harvard gets OK to develop 36-acre research campus

Like other major universities and colleges, Harvard is relying partially on private sector-expertise to help them develop new university assets.

By Kim Slowey • March 21, 2018

SOM reveals design for 'the Porch' office tower in Chicago

The 20-story, 670,000 square-foot tower is just one of four buildings Sterling Bay plans to develop in the West Loop area.

By Kim Slowey • March 21, 2018

The Dotted Line: How to develop a collaborative team that wins bids

The most effective partners possess unique skill sets, have extensive lists of contacts and stay aligned with the project's overall goals.

By Kim Slowey • March 20, 2018

Report: Caught-in, caught-between construction deaths rising

Construction had the most caught-in and caught-between fatalities of any major industry, with older workers being the most at risk. 

By Kim Slowey • March 20, 2018

Dominion Realty Partners to develop 31-story mixed-use tower in Charlotte

The developer also will manage the new building, which will serve as the regional headquarters for F.N.B. Corp.

By Kim Slowey • March 20, 2018

Nonresidential backlog hits new high in Q4, primes industry for strong 2018

The South still has the most construction projects in the pipeline, but the Northeast's backlog grew the most of any region in the fourth quarter.

By Kim Slowey • March 20, 2018

Clark Construction files $5M lawsuit against architect of DC's 'The Wharf'

The general contractor is alleging that architect Perkins Eastman's design documents for the project contained major errors and omissions.

By Kim Slowey • March 19, 2018

9 construction jobs on Indeed's top 25 best jobs list

The 2018 list focuses on jobs with salaries of at least $75,000 and the most job opportunities. 

By Kim Slowey • March 19, 2018

How military veterans can help fill the skills gap

Construction company officials and advocates say their intense loyalty, dedication and teamwork make veterans inherently good employees.

By Laurie Cowin • March 19, 2018

FedEx planning $1B overhaul of Memphis hub

The Tennessee facility processes nearly half of FedEx's shipment volume every business day.

By Kim Slowey • March 16, 2018

Boston Properties plans 3-tower San Jose development

Google's proposed mixed-use development in San Jose is said to have piqued Boston Properties' and other developers' interests in building nearby.

By Kim Slowey • March 16, 2018

Changing marijuana laws and the opioid crisis are prompting employer action

Employers may need to reconsider their drug testing and use policies — both to accommodate new laws and reach out to those struggling with addiction.

By Kathryn Moody • March 16, 2018