Fed's Beige Book gives construction 'mixed' review for Jan/Feb

Tough times in oil-dependent states could lead the central bank to delay a planned interest rate hike.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 5, 2015

Senate fails to override Obama's veto of Keystone XL pipeline

The number of construction jobs the project would create has been a key point in the debate.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 5, 2015

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Data center construction

New projects from customers like Meta, Google and Amazon make this a burgeoning sector for contractors.

By Construction Dive staff

5 concerns hindering job growth in the construction field

The vice president of the ADP Research Institute told Construction Dive that while employment data is encouraging, it also reveals trends that could be holding back the industry.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 4, 2015

Construction pros say superintendent's job is harder than any other

Still, supers reported being happier than their colleagues because they are able to see the results of their work.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 3, 2015

Chicago Cubs swing and miss on 24-hour construction

Weather delays mean a $575 million Wrigley Field renovation won’t be finished by Opening Day.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 3, 2015

Are construction companies prepared for cyber attacks?

Hackers have greater access to floor plans that reveal a building’s security and communications systems as operations go digital.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 2, 2015

Mesa, AZ, contractors fear Apple will hire out-of-state help for local project

The computer giant is planning to open a $2 billion data center in the city.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 2, 2015

January construction spending falls flat

Housing performed well, but nonresidential investment disappointed optimistic economists.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 2, 2015

Building code for gender-neutral bathrooms considered in Charlotte, NC

The city would join a small handful of others that require new structures to include the facilities.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 2, 2015

FEMA to IN: If you build it, federal funding will stop

The city of Kokomo, IN, refuses to stop the construction of a baseball stadium on a flood-prone plot.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 2, 2015

Construction recovery comes at a high price

The labor shortage and growing demand have put upward pressure on wages and the cost of materials.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 2, 2015

How pending legislation could have a major impact on contractors

Advocates say rules for common construction wages and construction defect claims are outdated.

By Sharon O'Malley • March 2, 2015

Florida lifts ban on nursing home construction

The effort will likely create hundreds of temporary jobs for contractors.

By Sharon O'Malley • Feb. 27, 2015

Construction at Disneyland a hidden eyesore

The California theme park has erected elaborately designed curtains in front of attractions under repair to hide the job sites.

By Sharon O'Malley • Feb. 26, 2015

Contractors, equipment distributors are happier than ever

Brisk sales and rentals signal a strong year for nonresidential activity, despite the drop in energy-field construction.

By Sharon O'Malley • Feb. 26, 2015

Work on world's largest Bible museum begins in DC

The $400 million project could attract as many design buffs as religious scholars.

By Sharon O'Malley • Feb. 26, 2015

10 ways construction companies can outsmart the labor shortage

The problem is only going to get worse, so it’s time to work around it.

By Sharon O'Malley • Feb. 26, 2015

Commercial developers worry about tax hikes, job growth

Still, more than half foresee growth in the real estate industry this year.

By Sharon O'Malley • Feb. 24, 2015

Obama vetoes Keystone XL bill

Despite this rejection, both the president and Congressional Republicans could take future action to keep the controversial project alive.

By Emily Peiffer • Feb. 24, 2015

Akron, OH, may create city construction company

The mayor wants to ensure that locals are hired for the jobs created by a huge municipal sewer project.

By Sharon O'Malley • Feb. 23, 2015

Commercial construction firms, others fly drones despite FAA's 'near ban'

Some real estate agents and homebuilders aren’t waiting for the agency to finalize its rules—or give its permission—to use the devices.

By Sharon O'Malley • Feb. 23, 2015

NAR: Commercial real estate to remain level through spring

However, weaker economies around the world tend to stifle potential industry growth in the U.S.

By Sharon O'Malley • Feb. 23, 2015

January sees boost in construction starts, drop in residential building

Dodge Data & Analytics reported brisk activity in the nonbuilding sector.

By Sharon O'Malley • Feb. 23, 2015

Construction, engineering firms triple merger activity in 2014

An industry-wide labor shortage is driving up the price of acquisitions.

By Sharon O'Malley • Feb. 23, 2015

Work slows for nonresidential architects

A decrease in billable jobs now could mean fewer contracts for construction firms in 9 to 12 months.

By Sharon O'Malley • Feb. 20, 2015