This week in construction

We're looking at material prices, the impact of the lumber tariff, tech-hub construction, worker training and more.

By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • May 8, 2017

Developers secure anchor tenant for 51-story Chicago office tower

The announcement that Bank of America will anchor the 1.4-million-square-foot building allows the project to move closer to construction.

By Kim Slowey • May 8, 2017

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Preconstruction

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

By Construction Dive staff

Construction employment sees moderate growth in April

The recent slowdown in hiring activity comes after the industry added nearly 100,000 jobs in the first two months of 2017.

By Mary Tyler March • May 5, 2017

University of Pennsylvania unveils plan for $1.5B hospital complex

The design and construction team — including Balfour Beatty, LF Driscoll, HDR, Foster + Partners and BR+A — expects to finish the project by 2021.

By Kim Slowey • May 5, 2017

FL lawmakers approve $500M for school construction

Florida Gov. Rick Scott has the authority to pull funding for any construction or maintenance project, including this program.

By Kim Slowey • May 5, 2017

LinkedIn reveals details for 1M-square-foot HQ in Mountain View, CA

The networking giant will provide approximately $15 million for affordable housing and $9 million in other city benefits in exchange for approval to build out the site.

By Kim Slowey • May 5, 2017

Marriott to expand use of modular construction in hotel projects

The company expects to sign 50 hotel agreements this year that include prefabricated components.

By Kim Slowey • May 4, 2017

The federal work 'trade-off': What contractors need to know about the public sector

Differences in laws, regulations and overall processes can make the public sector seem like a whole new ballgame for private companies. 

By Kim Slowey • May 4, 2017

Obamas unveil design for $500M Chicago presidential library

Architects Tod Williams and Billie Tsien were the primary designers of the 225,000-square-foot, three-building complex, which will sit within Jackson Park.

By Kim Slowey • May 4, 2017

MIT researchers develop a robotic arm for large-scale 3-D printing

The mobile Digital Construction Platform sprays a quick-setting polyurethane foam that can be used for formwork and other applications.

By Hallie Busta • May 3, 2017

US mayors urge cities to transition to renewable energy sources

The new initiative encourages municipalities to make the pledge ahead of the U.S. Conference of Mayors in June.

By Mary Tyler March • May 3, 2017

OH developer proposes $1.5B rural mixed-use complex

Union Village in Warren County, OH, will feature 4,500 residential units, a central development with commercial and retail space, and a $15 million sports complex.

By Kim Slowey • May 3, 2017

JLL forecasts positive outlook for 2017 office market, slight rise in vacancy rates

The real estate firm said tenants are paying more for high-quality space, but a short-term trend of oversupply has led to higher vacancy rates.

By Kim Slowey • May 3, 2017

Raiders purchase 62-acre Las Vegas site for new $2B stadium

The NFL team is one step closer to construction of its 65,000-seat venue after closing on the $77.5 million site near the Mandalay Bay resort.

By Kim Slowey • May 3, 2017

Gilbane departs $1.5B One Wall Street condo tower, new general contractor takes over

Developer Harry Macklowe didn't offer a reason for switching control of the condominium project over to Manhattan-based JT Magen & Company.

By Kim Slowey • May 3, 2017

How amusement features in mixed-use projects are driving the 'experience economy'

Shoppers, tourists and adventurers are looking for more than a souvenir — they want a memory.

By Kim Slowey • May 2, 2017

Report: AECOM Tishman dominating NYC construction activity

The company built nearly 14 million square feet of ground-up construction between 2012 and 2017, almost twice that of its closest competitor, Turner.

By Kim Slowey • May 2, 2017

OH developers score $142M loan for Cleveland mixed-use project

The 58-acre development has already secured a number of retail tenants, including Whole Foods, REI and Williams Sonoma, as well as three commercial lessees.

By Kim Slowey • May 2, 2017

Construction spending falls back in March

The residential sector notched up for the month, while nonresidential and public construction posted losses.

By Mary Tyler March • May 1, 2017

A guide to construction site safety

We share 10 of our most popular stories on how companies can maintain workers' physical and emotional well-being. Plus, a quiz to check what you know.

By Hallie Busta • May 1, 2017

Breaking down construction safety by the numbers

We take a look back at the biggest statistics, reports, rule changes and other news around safety in the industry from the last year.

By Construction Dive Staff • May 1, 2017

Officials fail to reach deal for $250M Boston soccer stadium

Some local representatives refused to back the agreement because they said the area could not withstand the additional traffic around the venue.

By Kim Slowey • May 1, 2017

This week in construction

We're looking at job-site safety, housing design trends, amusement features in mixed-use projects, construction spending and employment reports, and more.

By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • May 1, 2017

Lendlease exec: Why protecting workers on the job site is critical to bottom-line success

The theme of Safety Week 2017, "It's in our hands," emphasizes the role that each project team member plays in job-site safety.

By Emily Peiffer • May 1, 2017

Developer proposes $250M mixed-use project in Allentown, PA as part of $1B investment plan

The Five City Center would feature the tallest building in Pennsylvania outside of Pittsburgh and Philadelphia.

By Kim Slowey • May 1, 2017