Construction loses 15K jobs as labor shortage begins to 'undermine' industry's growth

May's steep decline coincided with predictions that construction companies are running out of qualified workers to hire, according to the AGC.

By Emily Peiffer • June 3, 2016

Non-union construction workers slam San Diego Chargers stadium PLA

The Coalition for Fair Employment in Construction said that project labor agreements are "kickback schemes" that keep non-union workers from making a living.

By Kim Slowey • June 3, 2016

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Preconstruction

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

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Skanska-led team finalizes $4B LaGuardia P3 contract — marking firm's 'largest project ever'

LaGuardia Gateway Partners will begin construction immediately on the terminal project, which it expects to have substantially completed by 2022.

By Kim Slowey • June 2, 2016

April construction spending plummets 1.8% as all sectors tumble

Last month's spending slide marks the largest dip in five years and contradicts recent positive economic reports.

By Emily Peiffer • June 1, 2016

Balfour Beatty lands contract for 39-story Related Group Atlanta high-rise

The tower will be the tallest residential structure built in Atlanta since 2009 and will include 6,500 square feet of retail space.

By Kim Slowey • June 1, 2016

First tower in mammoth $25B NYC Hudson Yards development open to tenants

Hudson Yards is expected to generate $18.9 billion for the city by the time the entire project is complete.

By Kim Slowey • June 1, 2016

Tesla gigafactory's grand opening set for July

However, the $5 billion, 5.8 million-square-foot facility likely won't be 100% complete by the time of the celebration, according to Fortune.

By Kim Slowey • May 31, 2016

House approves bill to accelerate sale of $8B in federal real estate

The AGC said the measure presents a "real opportunity" for building contractors on par with what the highway bill meant for transportation contractors.

By Kim Slowey • May 31, 2016

8 steps to prepare construction sites for hurricane threats

As the Atlantic hurricane season begins, here are tips for keeping jobsites secure during storms and for safely assessing them afterward.

By Kim Slowey • Updated June 1, 2020

This week in construction

Check back this week for the construction spending report and a feature article exploring major regulations affecting the construction industry.

By Emily Peiffer • May 30, 2016

DE paying $500K to fix bridge mistakenly built 6 inches too low

An engineer said the error on the $5 million project most likely occurred when survey crews established clearance by measuring from the wrong points.

By Kim Slowey • May 27, 2016

NY officials approve $485M in SolarCity project funding — with new conditions

Despite an ongoing federal investigation into New York projects, a state board voted to ensure construction on the SolarCity plant could be completed.

By Kim Slowey • May 26, 2016

The facts of (financing) life: Why construction owners are pivoting to P3s for major projects

Due to the intricacies of public-private partnerships, stakeholders should be sure to recognize that "once you've seen one P3, you've seen one P3," a legal expert said.

By Kim Slowey • May 26, 2016

Milwaukee Bucks clear final approval hurdle for $524M arena

Team officials said Mortenson plans to break ground on the arena complex in June, with construction expected to finish in time for the 2018-2019 NBA season.

By Kim Slowey • May 25, 2016

$550M New York Wheel set for construction despite budget overruns, legal battles

The original budget for the planned tourist attraction was $250 million, but the project's CEO said its "scale" has made engineering and construction complex.   

By Kim Slowey • May 24, 2016

This week in construction

Check back this week for housing reports, as well as feature articles exploring new technologies in construction and project financing approaches.

By Emily Peiffer • May 23, 2016

Only 23 states add construction jobs in April after early spring hiring bump

Economists are optimistic about future demand in the industry, but the ongoing worker shortage continues to stymie employers.

By Kim Slowey • May 23, 2016

Texas Rangers reveal plans to build $1B air-conditioned stadium

If approved by voters, the new MLB venue will be built on parking lots next to the separate Texas Live! mixed-use development in the works.

By Kim Slowey • May 23, 2016

UPDATE: 'Scaled-down' $2.3B Boston Green Line extension scores support from key official

However, the FTA regional administrator said the federal government "must have every confidence" the MBTA can properly execute the project before offering official approval.

By Emily Peiffer , Kim Slowey • May 23, 2016

Developers break ground on $1B NY mixed-use waterfront development

Sleepy Hollow, NY, officials said they hope the project, on the site of a former General Motors plant, will bring in much-needed tax revenue.

By Kim Slowey • May 20, 2016

The productivity 'train wreck': Why construction struggles to compete with rival industries

Technology advancements offer ways to improve productivity, but some experts aren't optimistic the construction industry will be open to change.

By Kim Slowey • May 19, 2016

Construction starts tumble 8% with declines in residential, commercial sectors

Dodge Data & Analytics Chief Economist Robert Murray said month-to-month volatility in the value of construction starts was "not a surprise."

By Emily Peiffer • May 19, 2016

AIA: Architectural billings slip amid volatile business conditions

However, the index remained in positive territory for the third consecutive month, largely due to a rise in design contracts.

By Emily Peiffer • May 18, 2016

NY lawmakers delay $485M in SolarCity funding amid federal construction probe

The governor's Buffalo Billion program and other state projects are being investigated as questions mount about how money and projects are awarded.

By Kim Slowey • May 18, 2016

Modular milestone: Construction set for OK's first offsite-built hotel

Modular building advocates say that offsite construction can help the growing U.S. hotel industry keep up with demand.

By Kim Slowey • May 18, 2016