GSA axes plans for Labor Dept. HQ building swap

Federal officials canceled environmental reviews for three properties under consideration but said they will explore other options for a new headquarters.

By Kim Slowey • April 7, 2017

From fringe to forefront: How office amenities can draw top tenants, employees

Building owners and employers are utilizing flexible workspaces, improved connectivity and tenant benefit packages to ensure they attract the best talent.

By Kim Slowey • April 6, 2017

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Preconstruction

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

By Construction Dive staff

AGC study identifies key safety stats, offers steps to avoid job site incidents

The findings of the study, in collaboration with the Myers-Lawson School of Construction at Virginia Tech, confirm and contradict longstanding safety beliefs.

By Kim Slowey • April 6, 2017

Tishman Speyer reveals plans for $500M Brooklyn, NY office project

The 10-story Wheeler development, which will sit above a Macy's department store, is part of a wave of office construction underway in the neighborhood.

By Kim Slowey • April 6, 2017

San Diego officials vote to replace shuttered theater with $125M mixed-use tower

City representatives and other downtown businesses see the 40-story Overture project as a way to revitalize the area.

By Kim Slowey • April 6, 2017

Bloomberg announces smart city certification

What Works Cities will mirror existing building certification programs by offering a point-based system through which cities can earn silver, gold or platinum status.

By Mary Tyler March • April 5, 2017

Report: How to balance design, health and tech considerations in LED streetlighting applications

The building design community continues to weigh the technical issues and design opportunities posed by this still-new lighting technology.

By Tim King • April 5, 2017

Milwaukee Bucks choose smart building partner for $524M arena

Johnson Controls will work with contractors to improve the venue's energy efficiency and security through building automation, lighting and other features.

By Emily Peiffer • April 5, 2017

Construction resumes on NJ American Dream mall megaproject

Developer Triple Five Group said it will close on $1.6 billion in permanent financing for the 3-million-square-foot first phase in the next few months.

By Kim Slowey • April 5, 2017

Retractable roof issues could delay opening of $1.5B Atlanta Falcons stadium

Construction issues related to the complex design have already pushed the opening date back to July.

By Kim Slowey • April 4, 2017

GE announces groundbreaking date for $200M Boston HQ

Suffolk Construction will begin work on the Gensler-designed building on May 8.

By Kim Slowey • April 4, 2017

Power play: How construction companies can capitalize on the renewable energy sector

Mortenson is one contractor that has successfully taken advantage of the burgeoning wind, solar and energy storage markets.

By Kim Slowey • April 4, 2017

Construction spending bounces back in February

Private residential construction led the month while nonresidential spending declined slightly, according to the latest Commerce Department figures.

By Mary Tyler March • April 3, 2017

DC mayor asks Trump to return control of RFK Stadium land for new development

The soon-to-be-unoccupied stadium is currently under the jurisdiction of the National Park Service.

By Kim Slowey • April 3, 2017

The 50 States of Construction: How a sense of community drives the PA market

The president and CEO of Philadelphia–​based Perryman Building and Construction explains how firms can thrive in an area that "always has capacity to grow."

By Emily Peiffer • April 3, 2017

This week in construction

We're taking a look at renewable-energy projects, how developers are incentivizing commercial tenants and construction-spending and home-price reports.

By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • April 3, 2017

$196M Gehry-designed Philadelphia Museum of Art expansion kicks off

The three-year overhaul will carve out 90,000 square feet of public space and restore the museum's 640-foot-long vaulted walkway.

By Kim Slowey • April 3, 2017

Ping An Finance Centre claims title of world's 4th-tallest building

The newly completed skyscraper in Shenzhen, China, stands at 1,965 feet tall and boasts the largest stainless steel facade in the world.

By Kim Slowey • April 3, 2017

Construction on $142M Eisenhower Memorial could start in late 2017

However, project planners still need to secure $84 million in federal funds for the memorial and score final design approval from multiple agencies.

By Kim Slowey • March 31, 2017

TX legislators push for Astrodome rehab bill

Officials want to spend $105 million to create 500,000 square feet of rentable space inside the iconic sports venue, which now stands vacant.

By Kim Slowey • March 31, 2017

CT Mohegan Sun casino kicks off convention center expansion

The project comes as meeting venues across the U.S. ramp up renovations in an effort to draw lucrative convention business.

By Kim Slowey • March 31, 2017

EPA's 2017 construction stormwater permit takes effect

One of the most hotly contested portions of the rule makes each operator on the site liable for the actions of the group regarding compliance.

By Mary Tyler March • March 31, 2017

ABC: Contractor confidence tumbles at end of 2016, remains in positive territory

Survey respondents said they don't expect to see benefits from President Donald Trump's major infrastructure promises for at least the next six months. 

By Kim Slowey • March 30, 2017

Ford to invest $1.2B in MI production plants

The investment comes nearly one year after the auto manufacturing giant announced a $1.2 billion overhaul of its Dearborn, MI, campus.

By Kim Slowey • March 30, 2017

Sycuan tribe breaks ground on $226M casino hotel in San Diego

The property is one of the only casinos in the area without a hotel, which has caused it to lose some business to competitors.

By Kim Slowey • March 30, 2017