$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

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By Emily Peiffer • May 23, 2016

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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

Construction on $1.4B Atlanta Falcons stadium back on track

The project, which was previously delayed due to challenges with its complicated roof design, is nearly 60% complete.

By Kim Slowey • May 18, 2016

Facebook unveils Frank Gehry-designed Seattle office

The social media giant is growing its Seattle engineering operations to take advantage of the talent pool from the University of Washington and rival companies.

By Kim Slowey • May 17, 2016

Tishman Speyer planning glass 'kaleidoscope' office building in DC

The developer said it is confident that there will be a market for speculative "trophy" space when construction is complete.

By Kim Slowey • May 17, 2016

Turner-Kiewit, PCL have inside track for $1.8B Orlando airport expansion contracts

If selected, the two teams will serve as construction managers at risk for the "Landside Terminal" and "Airside Terminal" projects set for completion in 2018.

By Kim Slowey • May 17, 2016

Third-party building inspectors: A boon for efficiency or 'recipe for potential corruption?'

During construction booms — and as a way to relieve some of the everyday burden of building permitting — the use of third-party inspectors is on the rise.

By Kim Slowey • May 17, 2016

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Check back this week for housing reports and architectural billings, as well as feature articles exploring industry productivity and building inspectors.

By Emily Peiffer • May 16, 2016

Report: Developers 'reluctant' to construct new office buildings on spec

High construction costs and low land availability are causing builders to wait out the market in hopes of higher rents.

By Kim Slowey • May 16, 2016

Plenary Group team wins P3 contract for $587M Winnipeg transit project

The undertaking — marking the largest-ever capital project for the city — is the latest in a string of public-private partnerships in Canada.

By Kim Slowey • May 16, 2016

Related Midwest inks deal for multibillion-dollar development of 'hole in the center of Chicago'

Related, which is also developing the massive Hudson Yards complex in New York, said it has "the chops" to see the 15-year plan through to the end.

By Kim Slowey • May 13, 2016

Otis to build world's tallest elevator test tower

As skyscrapers continue to reach new heights in the era of "megatall" buildings, there is a growing need for taller testing structures.

By Kim Slowey • May 13, 2016

'Grown men playing with Legos': Why offsite modular construction is on the rise

Despite the growing popularity of prefab methods, perception problems linger, as one modular builder said the idea of apartments built in a factory is "too big of a leap" for some people.

By Kim Slowey • May 12, 2016

NAHB: Unfilled construction jobs reach post-crash high of 210K

The high number of open positions is a good sign for future hiring but also means that companies could have trouble down the road finding skilled workers.

By Kim Slowey • May 12, 2016

Denver building boom accelerating as new construction reaches $2.5B

Officials urged developers to keep housing affordability, workforce development and transportation challenges in mind so that they can be "part of the solution."

By Kim Slowey • May 11, 2016

Obama launches climate change-resilient building code initiative

Although the changes will likely raise construction costs, the White House said that for every $1 invested in extreme weather mitigation, $4 of benefits are realized.

By Kim Slowey • May 11, 2016