PCL Construction terminated from Orlando, FL airport expansion

While the company said it was aiming for greater cost savings, officials claimed PCL was trying to transfer risk to the airport.

By Kim Slowey • March 17, 2017

San Antonio to add 1M square feet of office space with 3 new projects

City officials hope the buildings — including the 386-foot-tall Frost Tower — will jumpstart development downtown.

By Kim Slowey • March 17, 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

NYC's first WELL Building certification awarded to Structure Tone headquarters

With input from architect Gensler, the company was able to address all of WELL's core performance categories.

By Kim Slowey • March 16, 2017

OSHA rolls out 'Safe and Sound' campaign to encourage employer action

As part of the program, the agency is asking employers to review their safety practices and procedures.

By Kim Slowey • March 16, 2017

SOM architecture team unveils details for proposed 60-story Chicago high-rise

Despite estimates that the project will create 1,000 construction jobs and generate significant tax revenue, some groups have pushed back due to traffic concerns.

By Kim Slowey • March 16, 2017

Nonresidential construction backlog ends 2016 on a down note

The weak public sector was the primary driver of a 4% decline in the fourth quarter, according to the Associated Builders and Contractors.

By Kim Slowey • March 15, 2017

Regulators wary of surge in construction, development loans

The issuance of C&D loans grew 14% last year, once again outpacing all other categories.

By Kim Slowey • March 15, 2017

Developer plans to convert former Atlantic City, NJ casino into water park, resort

The Atlantic Club would mark the third shuttered casino property in the city to recently undergo a major renovation.

By Kim Slowey • March 15, 2017

Construction material prices continue to climb in February

While material costs posted moderate increases, experts say the economy is beginning to steady — likely bringing price stability with it.

By Mary Tyler March • March 14, 2017

38 states add construction jobs in January as firms fight to keep up with demand

Florida added the highest number of jobs for the month, while California saw the steepest decline.

By Kim Slowey • March 14, 2017

Report: San Diego soccer development could generate $2.8B annual economic boon

The proposed $2.5 billion SoccerCity complex would take the place of Qualcomm Stadium, the former home of the Chargers.

By Kim Slowey • March 14, 2017

Hunt Construction files $27M lawsuit against subcontractor for delays on Austin, TX hotel

The $350 million Fairmont project will be the city's largest hotel when completed in August.

By Kim Slowey • March 14, 2017

Gramercy District's 8-acre addition to open a year ahead of development schedule

The $500 million complex in Ashburn, VA, has absorbed adjacent commercial and retail space, which will allow 22 City Link to begin leasing earlier than expected.

By Kim Slowey • March 14, 2017

The Dotted Line: How employers can protect construction workers from external threats

Companies are going the extra mile to ensure their employees are safe from hazards ranging from roadside risks to job site crime.

By Kim Slowey • March 14, 2017

The 50 States of Construction: How NY firms adapt to complex logistics, soaring demand

Chris Pepey, a senior estimator with Turner, explores the unique challenges and opportunities for companies operating in the nation's largest market.

By Emily Peiffer • March 13, 2017

This week in construction

We're exploring how construction companies can protect workers from external threats, the impact of Trump's regulatory cuts on OSHA and new construction data.

By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • March 13, 2017

GSA delays decision on FBI headquarters relocation

The General Services Administration said site selection for the potential $2 billion project is on hold pending Congressional appropriations.

By Kim Slowey • March 13, 2017

The first BREEAM USA In-Use certified building is a CA shopping mall

The 1.3 million-square-foot retail facility was upgraded with energy efficient systems to meet the new benchmarking standard for existing buildings.

By Kim Slowey • March 13, 2017

Report: NYC union construction workforce more diverse, higher-earning than nonunion

Nonunion groups disputed the findings of the report, which was released as the city considers a controversial proposal requiring apprenticeships for certain work.

By Kim Slowey • March 13, 2017

Construction employment surges to 10-year high in February

The nonresidential sector contributed two-thirds of the 58,000 total industry jobs created last month.

By Mary Tyler March • March 10, 2017

6 AEC firms make Fortune list of 100 Best Companies to Work For

Construction companies making inclusivity and work-life balance a part of their mission have scored high in recent employee satisfaction rankings.

By Hallie Busta • March 10, 2017

Developer cancels plans for wooden tower in NYC

SHoP Architects' 10-story condo building had won a 2015 USDA contest showcasing mass timber design. 

By Kim Slowey • March 10, 2017

Mailbag: Women in construction share their experiences

To wrap up Women in Construction Week, we've collected responses from readers who told their stories and are advocating for other women leaders in the field.

By Mary Tyler March • March 10, 2017

New Google campus gets green light from Mountain View, CA officials

The roughly 600,000-square-foot complex will include a public plaza, bike and pedestrian paths, ground-floor retail and other features to attract locals.

By Kim Slowey • March 10, 2017

Fighting bias with intent: Rosa Sheng on empathy, mentors for achieving equity in architecture

A longtime champion for underrepresented groups in the industry, Sheng explains how advocacy and being deliberate in architectural design can tackle prejudice head on.

By Mary Tyler March • March 9, 2017