Top trends shaping drone use on the job site

As UAVs become a more integral part of the construction industry, companies are finding ways to lower costs and improve efficiency.

By Mary Tyler March • March 27, 2017

The 50 States of Construction: How MA firms balance history with project complexities

Consigli's Todd McCabe shares the challenge of historical renovations, the trend of accelerated schedules and his forecast for what's next.

By Emily Peiffer • March 27, 2017

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Recruiting, retention and training in construction

A roundup on articles focus on recruiting and retention for construction.

By Construction Dive staff

Report: NYC construction workforce trending younger, more diverse

For the first time since tracking began, there was a higher percentage of Hispanic workers than white workers in the city's construction industry.

By Kim Slowey • March 24, 2017

San Diego State makes a play for 47 acres of Qualcomm Stadium site

Developers have proposed two other options for the former home of the Chargers, including a $2.5 billion MLS soccer complex and a 70,000-seat NFL stadium.

By Kim Slowey • March 24, 2017

CA developer snags $145M loan for Menlo Park, CA office complex

The Bohannon Cos. said a scarcity of office space in the city would benefit the 16-acre project.

By Kim Slowey • March 24, 2017

Chicago to co-locate library and affordable housing projects

The three dual-purpose structures, which are slated for completion by winter 2018, can help integrate affordable housing developments with their communities.

By Mary Tyler March • March 23, 2017

ConstructConnect: February nonresidential starts edge down 2%

Despite the slight dip, office construction still charged ahead with a 106% month-to-month increase in starts.

By Kim Slowey • March 23, 2017

'If you build it, they will come': Why convention center projects pay off

Meeting venues across the country are ramping up renovation efforts to convince show organizers and visitors that they are the best choice.

By Kim Slowey • March 23, 2017

Wired up: CA electrical engineer selectively plugs into job site tech

For one small business, project management and mobile tools score high, but paper prevails when it comes to keeping track of project details.

By Chris Wood • March 22, 2017

Dodge Data: February construction starts rise 2% on strong public works sector

Last month's uptick— to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $706.4 billion — signals that overall construction starts in 2017 are trending up.

By Kim Slowey • March 22, 2017

$1B mixed-use project underway in Dallas

The wave of large-scale Texas projects continues, as this 374-acre complex will feature apartments, single-family homes, retail and commercial space. 

By Kim Slowey • March 22, 2017

Construction companies, architects optimistic about healthcare market

Spending on smaller, outpatient clinics is likely to continue despite the uncertainty surrounding the Affordable Care Act.

By Kim Slowey • March 22, 2017

Reagan National Airport preps for $1B capital improvement plan

AIR Alliance, including AECOM and PGAL, designed the renovations to the DC-area facility, which should be complete between 2020 and 2021.

By Kim Slowey • March 22, 2017

Architecture billings climb back to positive territory in February

Despite a slow start to the year, the latest report shows that growth in construction activity could be on the horizon.

By Mary Tyler March • March 22, 2017

Chicago posts world's second-highest office rent growth in 2016

The return of new office space to the city's downtown and a surge in corporate relocations has led to a 16-year low in vacancy rates there.

By Kim Slowey • March 21, 2017

Oversight required to train younger workers could lead to longer projects

As older employees age out of the field, finding the resources to train their replacements can be a strain on companies.

By Mary Tyler March • March 21, 2017

Chicago city planners green light 51-story office tower

The 800-foot building will be the tallest office high-rise built in Chicago since 1990 and it will replace a six-story building currently on the downtown site.

By Kim Slowey • March 21, 2017

The price 'U-turn': What rising material costs mean for construction

Stalled trade agreements and the new presidential administration are two of the biggest factors in the recent turnaround in material costs.

By Kim Slowey • March 21, 2017

Architecture, engineering firm Stantec to establish HI office

The company aims to increase its client base in Hawaii after having worked on various projects there over the last 15 years.

By Kim Slowey • March 21, 2017

This week in construction

We'll take a look at the impact of rising material prices, the surge in convention center construction across the U.S. and the latest home sales reports.

By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • March 20, 2017

Developer proposes $200M mixed-use stadium complex for Lexington, KY

The minor-league baseball stadium plan is just one of five options for a parking lot redevelopment.

By Kim Slowey • March 20, 2017

Mortenson ramps up activity in Phoenix with hotel, proposed residential high-rise

The uptick in multifamily development has been a lightning rod for critics who argue that it is forcing out the city's arts community.

By Kim Slowey • March 20, 2017

Cincinnati Children's Hospital unveils $650M expansion plan

The project, which marks the hospital's most expensive undertaking ever, includes a new 650,000-square-foot patient tower and the renovation of existing space.

By Kim Slowey • March 20, 2017

The 50 States of Construction: Why the NE market aims to attract, retain talent

Kiewit Senior Vice President John Sibley discusses Nebraska's work ethic and sectors with the most growth potential.

By Emily Peiffer • March 20, 2017

Los Angeles skyscraper set to rise after 10-year hiatus

The two phases of the Park Fifth high-density development will add a combined 660 residential units to a one-block area.

By Kim Slowey • March 17, 2017