Construction employment climbs to 8-year high as firms add 11K jobs in October

The biggest chunk of job gains came from companies in the nonresidential private sector, which have continued to struggle to find qualified workers.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 4, 2016

San Francisco sues developer of leaning, sinking Millennium Tower

The city attorney claims Mission Street Development knew the tower was sinking but didn't disclose that information to prospective buyers.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 4, 2016

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

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10 construction-related state ballot initiatives to watch

Right-to-work laws, big bonds, the allocation of infrastructure dollars, legalized marijuana and the country's first carbon tax are all on the table this election.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 4, 2016

Bjarke Ingels ship-inspired office building completed in Philadelphia Navy Yard

The first BIG-designed office building also achieved LEED Gold certification.  

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 4, 2016

Trump vs. Clinton: How the next president will impact the construction industry

Here's what we know about each candidate's plans for infrastructure and housing, and what industry experts say about them.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 3, 2016

2015 NYC construction starts surged to $4.6B — the highest level since 2009

The healthcare and school construction sectors buoyed institutional starts in the city last year, according to the New York Building Congress.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 3, 2016

Boston's Copley Place tower on hold amid luxury apartment surplus, high construction costs

Some see developer Simon Property Group's decision to put the 52-story tower on hold as a sign that the city's high-end residential market is slowing down.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 3, 2016

Checklist: 5 steps to improve fall protection on the job site

Construction safety experts share best practices for due diligence on fall hazards.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 3, 2016

City of Atlanta, Hawks strike $193M NBA arena renovation deal

The agreement aims to ensure that the basketball team remains at Philips Arena until 2046.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 3, 2016

5 tips to prepare construction sites for winter

Almost any task can be carried out successfully in the winter with a few safety precautions and additional cold-weather considerations.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 3, 2016

Report: Washington developer failing to meet local hiring requirements for $46M tax break

Sydell Group has employed fewer District of Columbia residents for The Line luxury hotel than mandated.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 3, 2016

IrisVR snags $8M in quest to 'reinvent' design and construction with virtual reality

The technology is rapidly changing construction by enhancing collaboration among stakeholders and improving job site safety. 

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 2, 2016

This high-tech stud-finder can spot more than wood

A handheld mobile device from Israeli startup Vayyar uses low-power frequency to detect objects behind drywall and concrete.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 2, 2016

Is the future of construction technology and labor at nanoscale?

Researchers are looking to nanomaterials and nanomachines as the building blocks and builders of the future.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 2, 2016

Smart building startup PointGrab draws $7M from new investors

The product tracks occupancy patterns to improve a building's operational and energy efficiency.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 2, 2016

Where artificial intelligence meets 3-D printing

Ai Build aims to give 3-D printing robots vision so that they can see what they produce and fix any mistakes.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 2, 2016

Gensler-designed Shanghai Tower named 'best' new skyscraper

The tower's wind-resistant and energy-efficient design earned it the top spot in the ranking from building information research company Emporis.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 2, 2016

Apple's $5B 'spaceship' headquarters set for Q1 2017 completion

The hyped project has faced its share of controversy after the main contractors were replaced midway through construction.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 2, 2016

Brother of Chicago worker killed in collapse files suit seeking $150K from contractor

According to the Chicago Department of Buildings, the deceased worker's employer was unlicensed and the project was unpermitted.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 2, 2016

New CEO takes over PCL Construction in planned leadership transition

The shift is similar to the succession planning that many companies utilize in order to ensure smooth operations continue into the future.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 2, 2016

Nonresidential, public sectors drag construction spending down 0.4% in September

However, the Commerce Department's upward revision of previous results offers a more positive overall picture for the industry.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 1, 2016

Proposed $2B Raiders stadium revitalizes plans for Las Vegas monorail extension

Officials said an extension would increase overall ridership and provide a transportation option for the possible venue.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 1, 2016

ABC: Construction unemployment rate improves in 32 states, nationally in September

However, a softening in nonresidential hiring could indicate a slowdown in construction activity ahead.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 1, 2016

Is e-commerce taking a 'huge bite' out of the retail construction sector?

While the warehouse segment is booming, construction firms report that brick-and-mortar building and new renovations are slowing as more shoppers buy online.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 1, 2016

A new hope: San Francisco clears a path for George Lucas museum construction

The plans have encountered little pushback from city officials after previous controversy over the museum in San Francisco and Chicago.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 1, 2016