Construction adds 14K jobs as employers boost wages, weekly hours amid labor shortage

July saw the lowest rate of construction unemployment since 2000 as "the shortage of experienced workers is growing ever more acute," the AGC said.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 8, 2016

DC area commercial construction plummeted in 2015 amid waning office demand

Despite the fact that the city's 2015 office vacancy rate reached its highest level in 20 years, developers have been undeterred from building in the market.

By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 5, 2016

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

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Dodge Momentum Index on the rise as construction planning makes 'uneven' progress

July marked the fourth consecutive month of increases in the Index — which was the first four-month streak since the end of 2014. 

By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 5, 2016

Skanska USA wins $178M DE hospital contract

Construction experts predict the healthcare sector will remain strong through 2017 and propel overall gains in nonresidential building.

By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 5, 2016

Turner Construction reaching final leg of $535M Sacramento Kings arena project

City officials hope the new complex, which will be completed in the next two months, will spur economic development in Sacramento.

By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 3, 2016

Nashville officials announce details of $1.2B airport overhaul

Motivation for the project, which will take five to seven years to complete, came from the rising number of passengers and the city's booming tourism industry.

By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 2, 2016

GE unveils plans for $100M Gensler-designed Boston headquarters

The project includes the overhaul of two historic buildings and the construction of a 12-story building, which will serve as General Electric's global headquarters.

By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 2, 2016

Construction spending falls 0.6% — marking 3rd consecutive month of declines

June's spending results failed to meet expectations, but experts said they believe the industry will bounce back in the coming months.

By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 1, 2016

This week in construction

Here are all the important reports and feature articles you should have on your radar this week.

By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 1, 2016

Atlanta Falcons stadium cost swells to $1.5B after additional change orders

The new costs have largely been attributed to the accelerated timetable, which aims to finish construction in June 2017 after roof design-related delays.

By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 1, 2016

Hudson Yards developers snag $1.2B loan to build mixed-use tower

The 1.1-million-square-foot skyscraper will be the tallest residential building in the massive New York development.

By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 1, 2016

Obamas choose Chicago site to build $500M presidential library

The project is expected to spur economic development in the low-income area, but critics say it will only hasten the gentrification already underway.

By Kim Slowey • July 29, 2016

Top trends in sports stadium design: The 'battle for the fan' is on

Teams are eager to find new ways to draw people in and keep them coming back. Here's how architects and builders can help them beat the competition.

By Kim Slowey • July 28, 2016

AIA: Construction growth forecast more 'tempered' in 2016, 2017 amid economic challenges

The American Institute of Architects' Construction Consensus Forecast predicts the industrial sector will be the biggest drag on overall industry expansion.

By Kim Slowey • July 27, 2016

Bechtel among international engineering firms competing to oversee Saudi Arabia projects

The winning bidder will run the country's National Project Management Office, which seeks to cut construction costs during the current economic downturn.

By Kim Slowey • July 27, 2016

Tesla accelerates construction on $5B gigafactory to meet Model 3 demand

The company has boosted its construction workforce to 1,000, with double shifts running seven days a week.

By Kim Slowey • July 26, 2016

Wynn secures approval to start construction on $2.1B MA casino

The project, which will be built by Suffolk Construction, was held up after officials from a neighboring town filed a series of legal challenges against it.

By Kim Slowey • July 26, 2016

Mortenson Construction enters into PLA for $524M Milwaukee Bucks arena project

The agreement establishes a prevailing wage guarantee, dispute resolution process and veteran employment program.

By Kim Slowey • July 26, 2016

This week in construction

Keep these major industry reports and feature articles on your radar during the week ahead.

By Emily Peiffer • July 25, 2016

Turner Construction wins $150M DC United stadium contract

The soccer team said the project should bring 1,000 new construction and permanent jobs to the area.

By Kim Slowey • July 25, 2016

Dodge Data: Drop in residential and public works drives June starts down 7%

Lack of multimillion-dollar public works projects pushed the nonbuilding segment down 24%.

By Kim Slowey • July 22, 2016

Some women in construction earn 3.7% more than men

Women in the installation, repair and maintenance segment of construction made a median weekly $848 versus the $818 earned by men doing the same work.

By Kim Slowey • July 21, 2016

CO joins with construction industry groups on training program to increase workforce

The construction training program is funded by local industry groups and a $1.1 million grant to Emily Griffith Technical College in Denver.

By Kim Slowey • July 21, 2016

Green buildings deliver higher rents and occupancies

A Bentall Kennedy study of its properties found that LEED certified buildings collected 3.7% higher rents than noncertified buildings.

By Kim Slowey • July 21, 2016

Tesla, contractors, foreign worker agree to $550K settlement

The injured worker, reportedly brought over from Slovenia to work at Tesla's factory in Fremont, CA, claimed he wasn't paid the promised wages and worked under a visa that forbids construction work.

By Kim Slowey • July 21, 2016