AGC: Only 23 states add construction jobs in October amid weak public sector demand

On the other hand, the private sector is struggling to find enough workers to keep up.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 21, 2016

Bjarke Ingels-designed power plant featuring a rooftop ski slope set to open in 2017

The waste-to-energy plant is part of Copenhagen, Denmark's zero-carbon-city initiative and will be surrounded by public park space.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 21, 2016

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By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • Nov. 21, 2016

OSHA updates rules to reduce fall and trip hazards

The agency said the revised rules take new technology into consideration and will provide more flexibility for employers when choosing a fall protection system.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 18, 2016

IL contractor pleads guilty in DBE fraud case

Michelle Cho, who will be sentenced early next year, was charged with conspiring to defraud a program meant to assist small and disadvantaged businesses.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 18, 2016

Los Angeles Rams kick off construction on $2.6B stadium

The new venue is part of the team's NFL-approved relocation from St. Louis.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 18, 2016

Trench collapse fatalities have doubled in the last year

OSHA is urging construction companies to improve safety during excavation, as 23 workers have died from trench-related incidents so far in 2016.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 18, 2016

Getting off the ground: How drones can improve project design and operations

In a guest article, Steve Santovasi of consulting firm Burns & McDonnell explores how unmanned aircraft systems can improve safety, efficiency and data collection. 

By Steve Santovasi • Nov. 18, 2016

5 charts that explain the post-election construction economy

Three economists share their thoughts on the industry as it awaits more details on the new presidential administration's policies and their impact on construction.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 18, 2016

TX judge permanently blocks Labor Dept. 'persuader' rule

Construction industry groups have railed against the rule on the grounds that it prevents employers from seeking advice about their rights when employees are trying to form unions.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 17, 2016

Google unveils plans for massive London headquarters

The new campus will include a 10-story, 650,000-square-foot building designed by Bjarke Ingels Group and Heatherwick Studios.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 17, 2016

Amtrak narrows developer field for Baltimore Penn Station revamp

The project is part of a push by Amtrak to take advantage of the land it owns around railroad stations.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 17, 2016

Atlanta officials planning $350M hotel development near $6B airport overhaul

The three hotels currently in development will be part of a larger mixed-use complex next to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport's domestic terminal.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 17, 2016

Building together: Women in construction look to each other for support

Construction business leaders share how women-focused professional organizations helped them beat the odds.

By Stacey Freed • Nov. 17, 2016

The Future of the Field: Taking on climate change, one project at a time

Jacobs consultant Amy Vetal, 34, is looking to the future to help the buildings housing America's national treasures better respond to the effects of climate change.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 17, 2016

Taking an active approach: How the Passive House standard is reaching new heights

The strict energy efficiency standard has been reserved primarily for the residential sector, but advocates say commercial and large-scale markets are just as suitable.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 17, 2016

Inflation pressures drive year-over-year spike in construction material prices

Although prices were steady month to month, October marked the greatest year-over-year increase since November 2014.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 16, 2016

Triax Technologies develops belt clip to track, report worker safety data

Safety wearables are poised for greater integration into AR and project management systems.  

By Chris Wood • Nov. 16, 2016

MIT researchers give virtual reality a wireless boost

Wireless VR is likely years away from the job site as it demands a clear line of sight to transmit millimeter waves over radio frequency.

By Chris Wood • Nov. 16, 2016

Caterpillar, Scope AR partner to bring remote repair to the job site

The introduction of augmented reality as a diagnostic tool makes remote maintenance a reality for contractors.

By Chris Wood • Nov. 16, 2016

Faraday Future puts the brakes on $1B NV factory construction

Rumors of financial instability have plagued the project since the company chose Nevada as the location for its electric car manufacturing plant.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 16, 2016

Architecture billings rebound as the industry aims to move past election uncertainty

The increase in October follows two consecutive months of declines in demand for design services.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 16, 2016

New York Building Congress names Carlos Scissura next president

Scissura will resign from his post at the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce to head the organization after President Richard Anderson retires at the end of the year.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 16, 2016

ConstructConnect: Nonresidential construction starts jump 15% in October

The strong showing was significantly higher than the typical 4% seasonal dip between September and October.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 16, 2016

8 design and construction podcasts worth tuning into

Check out our picks for taking management advice, product reviews, business best practices and more on the go.

By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • Nov. 16, 2016