Federal Reserve raises interest rates for the second time in a decade

The Fed raised benchmark interest rates Wednesday in a widely anticipated move.

By Hallie Busta • Dec. 14, 2016

Maximizing modular: How the emerging building method is gaining ground in construction

Prefabricated building components are increasingly being leveraged for repeatable floor plan projects on the promise of cost and time savings.

By Chris Wood • Dec. 14, 2016

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Preconstruction

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

By Construction Dive staff

Schneider Electric, BuiltSpace partnership offers energy management solution to small-building owners

Energy management systems proliferate as building managers are seeking operational savings.

By Chris Wood • Dec. 14, 2016

Dept. of Energy kicks off net-zero energy program for educational sector

School infrastructure is poised to take the next step in sustainable design and construction.

By Chris Wood • Dec. 14, 2016

ABC: Construction backlog rebounds in Q3 with gains in commercial, industrial sectors

Infrastructure backlog rose for the first time this year, and economists are hopeful that the trend will continue in 2017.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 14, 2016

The 10 most popular construction stories of 2016

Before ringing in 2017, take a look back at the industry news that dominated the past year.

By Emily Peiffer • Dec. 14, 2016

Los Angeles developers rush to secure approval for megaproject before March vote

If the Neighborhood Integrity Initiative is approved, a two-year ban on density variances would go into effect in the city.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 13, 2016

ABC 2017 forecast: Contractors to see slow growth, high costs

Rising energy and commodity prices combined with an increase in employee wages could hinder stronger performance for the nonresidential construction sector.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 13, 2016

Construction kicks off on $1.5B Tokyo 2020 Olympic stadium

After design and cost hurdles, the venue should be complete by the end of 2019 — five months behind the original schedule.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 13, 2016

Construction on $430M Nashville, TN mixed-use development to begin in 2017

Fifth + Broadway will be the largest mixed-use complex in Nashville's downtown, which is in the midst of a development boom.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 13, 2016

Milwaukee Bucks partner with SkillSmart to build local worker pipeline for $524M arena

The project team will use the workforce development and job-matching tool as part of its commitment to hire 40% local workers.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 12, 2016

This week in construction

We're covering adaptive reuse, the rise of the single-woman homebuyer, our most popular stories of the year and economic reports you won't want to miss.

By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • Dec. 12, 2016

NYU unveils plans for $1B expansion building with all-glass facade

When complete in 2021, the 735,000-square-foot building will be the largest structure ever built by the university.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 12, 2016

$1.4B MGM National Harbor casino ups the ante for local hiring, development

The project has proven to be a boon for real estate values as well as for local workers and contractors in Prince George’s County, MD.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 12, 2016

Tesla disputes claims of hiring goal troubles at $5B NV gigafactory

The company said that even though construction on the battery plant started later than expected, it has met state investment and job creation requirements.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 9, 2016

Gensler, Power Home Remodeling recognized on Glassdoor list of best places to work

The two companies were the only AEC firms included in the ranking.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 9, 2016

Mortenson, Berwald reach $147K state OSHA settlement in Vikings stadium worker death

Jeramie Gruber slid off the roof of U.S. Bank Stadium in August 2015, prompting an investigation of fall protection compliance on the site.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 9, 2016

Minnesota United set to break ground on $150M soccer stadium

Mortenson will lead construction on the 22,000-seat stadium, which will be privately funded by the team’s ownership.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 8, 2016

Developers promise to boost local jobs with $1B Camden, NJ development

Work began this week on the 220,000-square-foot American Water headquarters component of the 16-acre complex.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 8, 2016

House panel imposes conditions on funding for new FBI headquarters

The Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has stalled its decision for months on whether to approve $843 million toward the $2 billion project.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 8, 2016

Dodge Momentum Index rises 0.3% in November

The index is now 18% higher than it was in November 2015, signaling that 2017 should bring robust construction activity.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 8, 2016

The 2016 construction holiday gift guide

From practical gear to low-tech wearables, these ideas are sure to make the day of any construction pro on your list.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 8, 2016

The digital punch list: How tech innovations are streamlining project closeout

Closeout apps can improve the project completion process and provide critical data — as long as they're easy to use.

By Chris Wood • Dec. 7, 2016

5 ideas to refresh year-end corporate gifting

These gifts cover a range of business relationships, budgets and styles.

By Hallie Busta • Dec. 7, 2016

Sarasota, FL approves $1B mixed-use waterfront project

The decade-long project will include the construction of condominiums, hotel rooms, retail, office space and public recreational trails.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 7, 2016