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

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

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

By Construction Dive staff

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Foreign companies ramp up investment in Seattle commercial real estate market

Relatively low prices and the presence of high-profile companies are drawing foreign investor interest to the area.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 15, 2016

Facebook planning to triple size of TX data center complex

With the latest construction boost, the social media giant's investment in the Fort Worth area could pass $1 billion.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 15, 2016

Will Trump's immigration plans exacerbate the construction labor shortage?

Experts estimate that up to 20% of construction workers are undocumented, and removing them from the country could force employers to significantly raise wages.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 14, 2016

Richard Meier unveils new designs for black NYC skyscraper

The 42-story tower, located between the Empire State Building and Chrysler Building, is a departure from the architect's traditional white aesthetic

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 14, 2016

Opponents of $1B Boston Children's Hospital expansion file appeal to block approval

The Anne Gamble Ten Taxpayer Group is fighting the demolition of a garden it says is an important place for families and children at the facility.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 14, 2016

This week in construction

Check back this week for housing and architecture billings reports, as well as articles exploring Trump's infrastructure plan and the Passive House standard.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 14, 2016

Tishman Speyer pays $78M for Hudson Yards Spiral tower air rights

This purchase, combined with a separate $30 million air-rights transaction in 2015, allows the developer to add 350,000 square feet to the 65-story skyscraper.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 14, 2016

Under Armour unveils first phase of 50-acre Baltimore campus

The project is located at the $5.5 billion Port Covington redevelopment, which received the biggest tax-increment funding deal in the city's history.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 11, 2016

Port of San Diego approves $1.2B Seaport redevelopment

To move forward, the plan needs to pass muster with the California Coastal Commission.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 11, 2016

OSHA fines MO roofer $12K in worker's heat-exposure death

The incident demonstrates the importance of giving employees time to acclimate to hot working conditions.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 11, 2016

Inside T3, the first mass timber building in the US

The seven-story, 220,000-square-foot Minneapolis building is set to open later this month.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 10, 2016

$9B CA school construction program scores voter approval

The state's construction industry has been a big proponent of Proposition 51, despite critics' concerns of rising debt.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 10, 2016