St. Louis officials revive potential $200M soccer stadium plan

Despite the governor's opposition to any public financing, the city's Board of Aldermen has agreed to revisit the proposal.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 20, 2017

Developers propose 800-foot-tall Chicago office tower

If built, the skyscraper would be the tallest office building constructed in the city since 1990.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 19, 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 construction community rallies for passage of new safety law

The public demonstrations came in the wake of a recent report that found 80% of fatalities between 2014 and 2015 occurred on nonunion city job sites.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 19, 2017

How to leverage corporate programs to survive the construction talent drought

Successful firms are focusing on company culture as a way to draw in new employees and retain existing ones.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 19, 2017

Why energy costs trump codes as contractors' moving target for efficiency

With the adoption of updated energy codes often lagging their approval by many years, AEC pros are eyeing other metrics for sustainable construction and operations.

By Chris Wood • Jan. 18, 2017

Arconic looks to the future with 3-mile-high, smog-eating, 3-D printed skyscraper concept

The supertall tower design is part of the firm’s "Jetsons" campaign envisioning the possibilities of materials science, technology and engineering in 2062.

By Chris Wood • Jan. 18, 2017

National Institute of Building Sciences releases BIM guide for building owners

The guidelines aim to bridge the disconnect between construction professionals and building managers by standardizing BIM documents.

By Chris Wood • Jan. 18, 2017

Architecture billings skyrocket to highest level of 2016

The uptick in December signals health in the design and construction industry, and it could be an indicator of a future "Trump bump" in services.

By Mary Tyler March • Jan. 18, 2017

Court rejects final environmental appeal aiming to halt $1B Golden State Warriors arena

The long legal battle over the venue, which broke ground Tuesday, is nearly over.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 18, 2017

Moody's outlook: Strong 2017 construction spending to boost building materials industry

The investment and research firm said anticipated FAST Act funds and President-elect Trump's infrastructure plans contributed to the positive prediction.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 18, 2017

Report: Construction workers remain at high risk of musculoskeletal injuries

Researchers from the Center for Construction Research and Training encouraged employers to stress proper ergonomics on the job site.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 17, 2017

NY town accepts Starwood's environmental review for $450M complex

Critics of the $1 million plan are concerned about how such a massive development will impact affordable housing and traffic in the Village of Port Chester.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 17, 2017

FAA approves Rams stadium construction after settling height concerns

The team has agreed to pay $29 million for an additional radar system that will ensure safe operations at the nearby Los Angeles International Airport.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 17, 2017

Developer proposes $158M mixed-use project for Tallahassee, FL

The project, spearheaded by North American Properties, would include the adaptive reuse of historical buildings as well as residential, retail and office space.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 17, 2017

How a letter to Trump reignited construction's contentious PLA debate

Construction employer groups are once again clashing with unions over project labor agreements. Here's a look at the arguments from both sides.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 17, 2017

This week in construction

We're taking a look at project labor agreements, employee benefits, plus a handful of construction market reports.

By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • Jan. 16, 2017

ABC: Construction material prices rise 0.4% amid soaring energy costs

The trend of construction costs outpacing the rate of inflation is a common concern for the industry this year.

By Mary Tyler March • Jan. 13, 2017

$290M Chinese investment revives plans for $1B Gehry-designed Los Angeles complex

The funding boost should allow construction on the stalled project to begin next year, according to developer Related Cos.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 13, 2017

Tesla building world's largest rooftop solar farm on $5B NV gigafactory

The company's 70-megawatt solar array is crucial to its goal of reaching net-zero-energy status for the facility.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 13, 2017

Seattle issues request for proposals for KeyArena redevelopment

The city, which has been eager to lure a professional sports team to relocate there, emphasized that the renovated venue could host an NBA or NHL team.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 13, 2017

GSA gauges contractor interest in $142M Eisenhower Memorial

The General Services Administration is considering smaller contractors to help keep project costs down. 

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 13, 2017

Chargers ditching San Diego to share new Los Angeles Rams NFL stadium

The team's decision to relocate to the $2.6 billion Rams' venue currently under construction makes the Oakland Raiders' move to Las Vegas even more likely.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 13, 2017

Development boon or fraud risk? Inside the controversial EB-5 immigrant investor program

Experts say the program, which provides a way for foreign investors to secure a U.S. green card, is due for updated oversight regulations.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 12, 2017

The Force awakens in Los Angeles: George Lucas settles on final site for $1.5B museum

The final decision came after a long battle with environmental groups scuttled the filmmaker's plans to build the museum in Chicago.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 12, 2017

NYC mayor supports private industry pushback against required apprenticeship proposal

Bill de Blasio suggested the city adopt a program of increased inspections, higher penalties and stiffer regulations instead.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 12, 2017