The great Chicago hire: Why companies are flooding into the Windy City

The Midwest city has seen a wave of firms choosing to relocate there in order to tap into the area's talent pool, culture and global access. 

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 21, 2017

This week in construction

We'll explore Chicago's surge in corporate popularity, transit hub revival, design services data and other construction news in the week ahead.

By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • Feb. 20, 2017

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Preconstruction

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

By Construction Dive staff

Report: Lack of data preventing sports venue energy savings

The National Institute of Building Sciences said a scarcity of benchmarking data is holding back conservation efforts at the nation's 1,500 sports facilities.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 17, 2017

Ford to build $200M Detroit-area auto test facility

The company is continuing to boost its investment in Michigan, as it is also underway with a $1.2 billion renovation of the corporate campus in Dearborn.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 17, 2017

DC United wins final approval for $300M soccer stadium

The lengthy review process involved controversy over the venue's design and environmental impact.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 17, 2017

Balfour Beatty scores $100M TX school contract

The project, which breaks ground this spring, follows the growing trend of new schools focusing on sustainable design.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 16, 2017

Developer pitches privately financed San Diego stadium to NFL

Doug Manchester said he has the funding in place to expedite construction of a replacement for Qualcomm Stadium, the former home of the Chargers.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 16, 2017

The return of the neighborhood market: Why grocery-anchored developments are on the rise

Developers are transforming traditional supermarkets into elements of the community by incorporating them into residential complexes.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 16, 2017

The 50 States of Construction: How the IL market is thriving amid turmoil

Leopardo's Mark Yanik explores the factors contributing to — and ramifications of — the state's surprisingly strong construction industry.

By Emily Peiffer • Feb. 15, 2017

Detroit official seeks $500K study of billionaire Dan Gilbert's jail, stadium proposal

Gilbert wants to take over the existing jail site and build a $1 billion development in exchange for constructing a $420 million jail facility at a nearby location.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 15, 2017

ABC: Construction material prices rise for second-consecutive month

Energy prices once again played a key role in overall price gains in December.

By Mary Tyler March • Feb. 14, 2017

Tishman Speyer launches commercial tenant amenity program

The work-life balance package, called "Zo," gives a building's occupants access to emergency child care, an on-call nurse, food delivery and rideshares.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 14, 2017

LG kicks off $300M NJ headquarters project

The electronics giant will pursue LEED Gold certification for the 350,000-square-foot building and expects to employ 2,000 construction workers between now and 2019.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 14, 2017

Officials poised to approve $300M DC United stadium

The soccer team has overcome several obstacles in its effort to build a new venue, and officials hope Thursday will mark the last one before construction can begin.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 14, 2017

AECOM to rebrand Hunt, Tishman acquisitions

Tishman is currently working on the $1 billion One Vanderbilt project in New York, while Hunt is starting construction on the Los Angeles Rams' $2.6 billion stadium.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 14, 2017

Children's Healthcare plans $1B pediatric hospital near Atlanta

The project is estimated to take up to eight years to complete and — unlike many other healthcare projects — won't be tied to the fate of the Affordable Care Act.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 14, 2017

The Dotted Line: How training programs can 'fund the future' of a skilled workforce

Whether contract-mandated or company-driven, training programs play a critical role in pumping up the lean construction worker pipeline.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 14, 2017

Former construction lobbyist's position at Labor Dept. could spell union showdown

Geoffrey Burr, formerly with the Associated Builders and Contractors, is a staunch opponent of project labor agreements and prevailing wage requirements.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 13, 2017

This week in construction

From skilled-worker programs, to LEDs in residential construction, to the growing trend of grocery stores co-locating with apartments, here's a look at what's ahead.

By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • Feb. 13, 2017

Developers file plans for $650M DC suburb mixed-use project

The 31-acre complex in Rockville, MD, will feature 100,000 square feet of retail space, 200,000 square feet of office space and up to 1,600 apartments.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 13, 2017

OH officials plan $500M Columbus development — the largest in city history

The Columbus Downtown Development Corp. has issued a request for qualifications to 190 developers who might serve as master planner for the mixed-use project.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 13, 2017

San Francisco aims to boost alternative transportation with new development regulations

The city will require developers who want to include free parking with their projects to also provide features promoting car-sharing, biking and other transport options.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 13, 2017

Canada gears up softwood lumber lobby amid trade questions

The move comes as the U.S. investigates dumping allegations, the results of which could mean higher duties for Canadian producers.

By Sean Barry • Feb. 10, 2017

Mortenson completes $494M ND hospital

The five-year project is one of the largest privately funded ventures in the history of the Dakotas.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 10, 2017

Civil trial for deadly PA building collapse ends with $227M settlement

Building owner Richard Basciano and The Salvation Army were found financially liable, and two contractors are already serving prison time for the 2013 incident. 

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 10, 2017