HomeAdvisor: Labor shortage exacerbated by 'generational imbalance' in construction industry

The survey found that 61% of respondents believe a lack of exposure to the skilled labor field is preventing younger generations from entering the trades.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 23, 2016

China bans 'weird' architecture for public buildings

In response to criticism of the move, officials said the change in design standards apply only to public buildings and that designers of commercial and private projects are free to explore innovation.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 23, 2016

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Recruiting, retention and training in construction

A roundup on articles focus on recruiting and retention for construction.

By Construction Dive staff

Dodge Data: Jan. starts up 2% as construction is 'gradually regaining upward momentum'

A 5% bump in residential building offset declines in both the nonresidential and nonbuilding sectors.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 22, 2016

Mortenson, Vikings stadium authority reach tentative deal in change order dispute

The Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority estimates that up to $12 million in additional costs could arise before the stadium is finished, bringing the total in disputed extras to nearly $30 million.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 22, 2016

This week in construction

Check back this week for home sales reports, as well as feature articles exploring virtual reality in the construction industry and Fair Housing Act compliance considerations for developers.

By Emily Peiffer • Feb. 22, 2016

Developers submit plans for 'futuristic' supertall Brooklyn skyscraper

The tower, which would be the tallest building in Brooklyn by far, has already seen pushback from critics of the demolition of the historical landmark next door, as well as opponents of the increasingly tall skyscraper trend.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 19, 2016

Developers propose Brooklyn's largest office building to boost its booming market

The downtown Brooklyn tower deal depends on Greenland Forest City being able to secure the development rights for a 1.1 million square foot site across the street from the Barclays Center.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 18, 2016

Seattle developers trim height of planned skyscraper

Last month, the FAA warned developers the tower was too tall, but engineers and company representatives said those kind of warnings were business as usual.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 18, 2016

Construction industry tackles suicide prevention with new initiative

Experts said the "tough guy" atmosphere in the industry often prevents workers from seeking help for depression and other mental health issues.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 18, 2016

Architectural billings slip as 'rocky' economic conditions impact design sector

Multifamily residential came out on top in the AIA index, with a score of 51.9, followed by commercial/industrial at 50.5, institutional at 49.9, and mixed-practice at 49.0.

By Emily Peiffer • Feb. 17, 2016

La Guardia terminal overhaul costs climb to estimated $4.2B

According to La Guardia Gateway Partners, the project will be "one of the most ambitious P3s ever undertaken in the New York/New Jersey region."

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 17, 2016

Fluor JV claims Caltrans owes $50M in extra costs for Bay Bridge

The bridge has been the subject of controversy after a partial anchor rod failure and a projected $140 million in cost overruns.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 16, 2016

CMD: Jan. construction starts beat expectations, jump 9.8%

The research group said December-to-January starts typically decrease by 8.5%, so last month's bump represents a significant departure from the norm.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 16, 2016

Learning from tragedy: NYC crane collapse triggers heightened scrutiny of construction safety concerns

Despite efforts to heighten safety measures, "people still have to live their lives, and that’s the delicate balance a city is always dealing with," a legal expert told Construction Dive.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 16, 2016

This week in construction

Check back this week for housing market reports, architectural billings, and a feature article exploring reports of new homebuying preferences that "will change some suburbs as we know them."

By Emily Peiffer • Feb. 15, 2016

AIA's top nonresidential design trends: Sustainability, project efficiency, new technologies

A survey of leading architects found efficiency in both the construction process and the building's lifespan will dominate the industry over the next 10 years.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 12, 2016

Consensus Forecast: Nonresidential construction spending to rise 8% in 2016

The report, which combines predictions from seven industry forecasters, expects strong 2016 nonresidential spending to result from significant demand in most subsectors.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 12, 2016

House passes VA bill reducing agency's construction authority

The measure was the result of concerns regarding mismanagement and cost overruns that have plagued the new Veterans Affairs hospital in Aurora, CO.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 11, 2016

Breaking new ground: How to crack open the federal contracting world

Crossing over into the government construction sector can be lucrative, yet complicated. Here's what you need to know.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 11, 2016

PLP Architecture designs 'tripod-like' skyscraper without central core

This unique design is the latest addition to a string of attention-grabbing skyscrapers planned for China, many of which will be completed this year. 

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 11, 2016

Developer proposes $1.5B Portland, OR, mixed-use project

The city has been growing in several construction sectors, from data center development to claiming one of the spots on Zillow's "hottest" housing markets of 2016 list.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 10, 2016

Gilbane: Labor concerns loom over nonresidential 'spending boom'

The company predicted total construction spending growth from 2014 to 2016 may reach 30% — setting a new record-high growth period. 

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 10, 2016

Obama's 2017 budget slashes several federal construction programs — but 'clean transportation' gets a big win

If the proposed transportation plan doesn't end up scoring approval by Congress, as many expect, the total construction allocation would be nearly unchanged from the previous year. 

By Emily Peiffer , Kim Slowey • Feb. 10, 2016

BIG designs 'The Spiral' tower for NYC Hudson Yards development

The 65-story office building will feature a spiral of landscaped terraces wrapped around its exterior, providing outdoor spaces on the top 59 floors.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 9, 2016

Report: Switch selects Christman Co. as general contractor for $5B MI data center

While Switch executives anticipate moving into the 680,000-square-foot former Steelcase pyramid building later this year, they say construction on the entire data center project could take up to 10 years.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 9, 2016