This week in construction

Check back this week for construction spending results, a look into the evolving retail construction sector and tips for preparing job sites for winter.

By Emily Peiffer • Oct. 31, 2016

AIA lobbies lawmakers to keep 2030 building energy-use goals intact

The American Institute of Architects said lawmakers must resist the efforts of the fossil fuel lobby to repeal Section 433 of the Energy Independence and Security Act.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 28, 2016

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Preconstruction

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

By Construction Dive staff

Wynn's $2.1B Everett, MA resort casino slated for June 2019 opening

Plans for the original 2018 opening were stymied by neighboring communities' concerns over traffic and other environmental issues for the Boston-area project.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 28, 2016

Developers to build $300M mixed-use complex on former NYC juvenile detention center site

This project is one in a recent string of initiatives to transform underutilized tracts of land in the city into mixed-use or residential developments.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 28, 2016

10 construction-themed Halloween costumes from pop culture

From "Seinfeld" to "Office Space," these TV shows and movies can inspire those in search of a low-maintenance costume this year.

By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • Oct. 28, 2016

St. Louis Cardinals plan $220M expansion of Ballpark Village complex

The development next to Busch Stadium will see the addition of retail, residential and office space by 2019.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 27, 2016

Cannabis conundrum: The high risks and rewards of legalized marijuana for the construction industry

Expanding laws permitting the use of marijuana may lead to a building boom, but they also raise concerns over job site safety.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 27, 2016

WGBC report: Green offices can boost employee productivity, company's bottom line

The World Green Building Council found through case studies that green work spaces can make employees more satisfied with their jobs.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 27, 2016

DC United, neighbors reach agreement over controversial stadium design

However, the city's zoning commission must still approve the design for the $300 million venue, which one commissioner previously said resembled a prison.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 27, 2016

Bloomberg: Daqri seeking $200M investment to develop augmented reality helmet

The Smart Helmet allows workers to see a digital overlay on a real-life view of existing site conditions.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 27, 2016

Revised plan for Frank Gehry-designed Sunset Strip development scores approval

Developer Townscape Partners agreed to reduce the height of the tallest building from 234 feet to 178 feet, among other concessions.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 27, 2016

Talk the talk: How project management tech can boost communication transparency

How can construction firms use project management tools to reduce the number of jobs that are over budget and behind schedule?

By Chris Wood • Oct. 26, 2016

Hangar raises $6.5M to expand service for companies outsourcing drone technology

Capital continues to flow into the nascent construction UAV technology market.

By Chris Wood • Oct. 26, 2016

Construction startup Pillar Technologies wins Forbes Under 30 Summit competition

Safety applications continue to drive IoT and sensor development for the job site.

By Chris Wood • Oct. 26, 2016

Housing, office demand to drive NYC construction spending to $128B by 2018

Increased construction activity must be balanced by policy changes around budgeting and project delivery, the New York Building Congress said.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 26, 2016

Local group boosts women's presence in MA construction industry

The percentage of women in construction has remained low, despite a major need for more workers in the industry.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 26, 2016

Chicago schools set to ignite construction boom with $840M debt proposal

The program, expected to score approval from the Chicago Board of Education, includes new buildings and renovations.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 26, 2016

OSHA lists the top workplace safety violations for 2016

Fall protection continues to be the biggest concern, especially for the construction industry.

By Hallie Busta • Oct. 26, 2016

Industry groups sue NYC Department of Buildings over new crane regulations

They argue that the stringent, wind-related rules make operating the equipment less safe.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 26, 2016

TX judge issues preliminary injunction blocking contentious Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces rule

Construction industry groups have pushed to stall what they call the "blacklisting" rule, which was scheduled to go into effect on Oct. 25.

By Emily Peiffer • Oct. 25, 2016

Park Hyatt hotel coming to $1B Los Angeles Oceanwide development

The downtown project, backed by a Chinese real estate company, is the latest example of foreign investment bolstering U.S. construction activity.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 25, 2016

GSA delays decision on FBI headquarters move

Maryland officials were pushing for the federal agency to move to their state before the post-election political winds had a chance to shift.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 25, 2016

Jacobs Engineering to move headquarters from Southern CA to Dallas

The company is not the first to leave an expensive California market for a more affordable area in Texas.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 25, 2016

Troubled $1.7B CO Veterans Affairs hospital on track for 2018 completion after 4-year delay

When finished, the medical center will be at least $1 billion over its original budget.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 25, 2016

Beyond the job site: How construction companies can keep bystanders safe

Legal experts say the same regulations that protect construction workers go a long way in protecting bystanders as well.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 25, 2016