NYC Carbon Challenge program adds 56 commercial properties

Employing a public-private partnership, the program is expected to cut carbon emissions by 515,000 tons.

By Chris Wood • Feb. 1, 2017

Ready for kickoff: Stadium design tech on display at Super Bowl LI and beyond

From retractable roofs to gargantuan screens, Sunday's broadcast draws attention to the latest construction tech improving the fan, player and contractor experience.

By Chris Wood • Feb. 1, 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 spending dips in December following post-recession high

Spending for 2016 was 4.5% higher than 2015, with growth expected to continue this year.

By Mary Tyler March • Feb. 1, 2017

AIA announces 2017 federal advocacy agenda

The group plans to push for increased infrastructure spending and continued support of energy-efficient federal buildings.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 1, 2017

Bechtel set to begin construction on $1.6B NY power plant

The company plans to use local suppliers and contractors to build the Cricket Valley Energy plant, which should create more than 1,000 construction jobs. 

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 1, 2017

UK construction industry launches suicide awareness initiative

Similar to the U.S., British construction groups have determined that their workers are at a higher risk for suicide than those in other industries.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 31, 2017

Developer takes on partners for $3B NYC One Vanderbilt high-rise

SL Green has raised $525 million for the 1.7-million-square-foot office project by taking on minority stakeholders.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 31, 2017

Court clears the way for San Francisco megaproject

Opponents of the 5M mixed-use complex said its environmental review was not sufficient and that it lacks adequate affordable housing.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 31, 2017

UPDATE: Casino mogul pulls out of Raiders Las Vegas stadium funding deal

With Sheldon Adelson out of the picture, the team has raised its proposed contribution to $1.15 billion to cover his portion.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 31, 2017

AIA Consensus Forecast points to strong 2017 nonresidential construction market

The commercial sector — in particular office construction — will drive this year's growth, while economists expect the institutional segment to surge in 2018.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 31, 2017

This week in construction

We're looking into Trump's effect on construction so far, the rise of transit-oriented developments, the U.S. homeownership rate and other market reports.

By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • Jan. 30, 2017

Construction union membership inches up in 2016

Wages of union-represented workers increased 0.2% less than their nonunion counterparts last year but were 47% higher overall.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 30, 2017

Tall building construction breaks its own record — for the third year in a row

China outpaced the global skyscraper frontier with 84 buildings over 656 feet completed last year, while the U.S. came in second with seven.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 30, 2017

MO contractor found guilty of OSHA violation in worker death, faces $500K fine

A judge said Fastrack Erectors did not provide adequate fall protection equipment for employees.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 27, 2017

$3B American Dream Miami mall project wins preliminary approval

If the massive retail and amusement park complex comes to fruition, it is projected to create 32,000 construction jobs.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 27, 2017

Project manager, civil engineer featured on Glassdoor's list of 50 best US jobs

The ranking emphasizes the high rate of pay and number of open positions amid the construction industry's ongoing labor shortage.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 27, 2017

Plans for $1.4B Las Vegas Convention Center expansion underway

In the race for lucrative convention business, cities around the country are upgrading and expanding their facilities.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 27, 2017

CoreLogic: Wind, flood activity surges in 2016

Hurricane Matthew brought billions of dollars in damage to properties in the Southeast in an otherwise-average year for natural weather events.

By Sean Barry • Jan. 27, 2017

USGBC unveils top 10 states for LEED in 2016

Massachusetts climbed to the top spot in the latest green building ranking, with 136 projects certified in the state last year.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 26, 2017

Brooklyn Navy Yard office project scores $250M construction loan

The $410 million Dock 72 building will be anchored by co-working company WeWork.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 26, 2017

Dodge Data: Collaboration on construction projects can reduce risk

The industry still must overcome traditional silos and competitive attitudes to improve collaboration and keep project costs under control, the study found.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 26, 2017

'The next wave' of design: Why wellness-minded spaces are on the rise

Millennials are the primary drivers of the trend toward healthier workplaces and homes. But the question remains: How do you quantify wellness?

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 26, 2017

NYC mayor allocates $384M for office, school building upgrades

Mayor Bill de Blasio's plan to upgrade city-owned properties is part of a 10-year, $89.4 billion capital spending program.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 26, 2017

MD developer sues state to enforce $1.5B contract for Baltimore mixed-use project

State Center's lawsuit came in response to a legal action filed by Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan asking a court to formally void the leases. 

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 25, 2017

Dodge Data: Construction starts fall 5% in December

Chief Economist Robert Murray said the construction industry should see the same slow rate of growth in 2017.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 25, 2017