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$1B NYC One Vanderbilt skyscraper construction set to begin after lawsuit settled
Midtown TD Ventures and SL Green resolved their disagreement around the 1.2 million square feet of air rights over Grand Central for an undisclosed sum.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 12, 2016 -
UPDATE: Cost of Plenary-led JV expansion of UC Merced rises to $1.34B
Officials said the project marks the largest P3 for a state university, and that the partnership structure will ensure the long-term maintenance of the buildings.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 9, 2016 -
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UK construction industry braces for recession on heels of Brexit
Architects and construction firms are seeing a surge in project delays and resulting layoffs, as developers wait for the full impact of the Brexit decision to unfold.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 9, 2016 -
Report: University of Washington facing $1B building maintenance backlog
The dilemma represents a broader problem of schools that expanded in response to higher enrollment in the 1960s but failed to keep up with maintenance costs.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 9, 2016 -
Deep Dive
This week in construction
Keep an eye out for these major industry reports and feature articles this week.
By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 8, 2016 -
Construction adds 14K jobs as employers boost wages, weekly hours amid labor shortage
July saw the lowest rate of construction unemployment since 2000 as "the shortage of experienced workers is growing ever more acute," the AGC said.
By Kim Slowey • Aug. 8, 2016 -
DC area commercial construction plummeted in 2015 amid waning office demand
Despite the fact that the city's 2015 office vacancy rate reached its highest level in 20 years, developers have been undeterred from building in the market.
By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 5, 2016 -
Dodge Momentum Index on the rise as construction planning makes 'uneven' progress
July marked the fourth consecutive month of increases in the Index — which was the first four-month streak since the end of 2014.
By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 5, 2016 -
Skanska USA wins $178M DE hospital contract
Construction experts predict the healthcare sector will remain strong through 2017 and propel overall gains in nonresidential building.
By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 5, 2016 -
Turner Construction reaching final leg of $535M Sacramento Kings arena project
City officials hope the new complex, which will be completed in the next two months, will spur economic development in Sacramento.
By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 3, 2016 -
Nashville officials announce details of $1.2B airport overhaul
Motivation for the project, which will take five to seven years to complete, came from the rising number of passengers and the city's booming tourism industry.
By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 2, 2016 -
GE unveils plans for $100M Gensler-designed Boston headquarters
The project includes the overhaul of two historic buildings and the construction of a 12-story building, which will serve as General Electric's global headquarters.
By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 2, 2016 -
Construction spending falls 0.6% — marking 3rd consecutive month of declines
June's spending results failed to meet expectations, but experts said they believe the industry will bounce back in the coming months.
By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 1, 2016 -
Deep Dive
This week in construction
Here are all the important reports and feature articles you should have on your radar this week.
By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 1, 2016 -
Atlanta Falcons stadium cost swells to $1.5B after additional change orders
The new costs have largely been attributed to the accelerated timetable, which aims to finish construction in June 2017 after roof design-related delays.
By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 1, 2016 -
Hudson Yards developers snag $1.2B loan to build mixed-use tower
The 1.1-million-square-foot skyscraper will be the tallest residential building in the massive New York development.
By Emily Peiffer • Aug. 1, 2016 -
Obamas choose Chicago site to build $500M presidential library
The project is expected to spur economic development in the low-income area, but critics say it will only hasten the gentrification already underway.
By Kim Slowey • July 29, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Top trends in sports stadium design: The 'battle for the fan' is on
Teams are eager to find new ways to draw people in and keep them coming back. Here's how architects and builders can help them beat the competition.
By Kim Slowey • July 28, 2016 -
AIA: Construction growth forecast more 'tempered' in 2016, 2017 amid economic challenges
The American Institute of Architects' Construction Consensus Forecast predicts the industrial sector will be the biggest drag on overall industry expansion.
By Kim Slowey • July 27, 2016 -
Bechtel among international engineering firms competing to oversee Saudi Arabia projects
The winning bidder will run the country's National Project Management Office, which seeks to cut construction costs during the current economic downturn.
By Kim Slowey • July 27, 2016 -
Tesla accelerates construction on $5B gigafactory to meet Model 3 demand
The company has boosted its construction workforce to 1,000, with double shifts running seven days a week.
By Kim Slowey • July 26, 2016 -
Wynn secures approval to start construction on $2.1B MA casino
The project, which will be built by Suffolk Construction, was held up after officials from a neighboring town filed a series of legal challenges against it.
By Kim Slowey • July 26, 2016 -
Mortenson Construction enters into PLA for $524M Milwaukee Bucks arena project
The agreement establishes a prevailing wage guarantee, dispute resolution process and veteran employment program.
By Kim Slowey • July 26, 2016 -
Deep Dive
This week in construction
Keep these major industry reports and feature articles on your radar during the week ahead.
By Emily Peiffer • July 25, 2016 -
Turner Construction wins $150M DC United stadium contract
The soccer team said the project should bring 1,000 new construction and permanent jobs to the area.
By Kim Slowey • July 25, 2016
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