NYC construction spending reaches all-time high of $86B

The New York Building Congress’ strong outlook for the city’s building industry could be hampered by a lack of tax incentives for multifamily projects and other headwinds, per its report.

By Sebastian Obando • Oct. 25, 2022

Biden awards $2.8B to boost domestic EV battery supply

Suppliers for major auto giants including Tesla and Mercedes-Benz won grants to expand manufacturing.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 25, 2022

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A roundup of articles about issues affecting the workforce.

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Hensel Phelps superintendent values soft skills in construction

Kabri Lehrman-Schmid has managed $1.9 billion worth of work for the Greeley, Colorado-based contractor.

By Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 24, 2022

Tutor Perini snares 3 federal jobs for $164M

Work will include hurricane repairs at a U.S. Coast Guard facility in Puerto Rico and an upgrade project at a historic hotel in Yosemite National Park. 

By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 24, 2022

How small, diverse contractors can bridge the ‘capital gap’ on civil contracts

During a Construction Inclusion Week webinar, a Biden administration official outlined the challenges nontraditional companies face to borrow money after winning a federal job. 

By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 21, 2022

North American crane count holds steady in Q3

Rider Levett Bucknall’s Crane Index, an indicator of construction demand, found the number of cranes in North American cities remained largely unchanged from earlier this year.

By Zachary Phillips • Oct. 21, 2022

Workforce goals for minorities, women need teeth, facilitator says

The former deputy mayor of Canton, Ohio, talks about how phased incentives can ensure prime contractors make good on promises to employ diverse workers.

By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 20, 2022

Officials approve new Las Vegas Strip resort

Developers continue to plan massive projects in Sin City, like billionaire Tilman Fertitta’s casino resort, despite warnings of a slowdown.

By Sebastian Obando • Oct. 20, 2022

Tennessee Titans reach deal to build $2.1B stadium

The NFL franchise has agreed upon the costs for a new venue, to sit directly next to where Nissan Stadium is located.

By Zachary Phillips • Oct. 18, 2022

Bidding frenzy: 9 online platforms to find, track RFPs

Construction Dive rounds up the sites and services most used by contractors to acquire new work.

By Sebastian Obando • Oct. 18, 2022

Mortenson’s CEO on creating a playbook to respond to hate

Dan Johnson talks about the importance of shining a light on jobsite discrimination and rooting out those who bring the industry down.

By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 18, 2022

‘It’s time for my pronouns to be included’

Small steps like using inclusive language help women feel more welcome on jobsites, says the CEO of a trade school development firm.

By Mary Kelly • Oct. 18, 2022

Construction pros call for immigration reform to fill surge of open jobs

A lack of political will has stymied efforts to tap foreign-born workers for a coming flood of public and private projects, according to industry advocates.

By Sebastian Obando • Oct. 18, 2022

$5B medical campus breaks ground in Las Vegas

The mixed-use project features laboratory, research, medical office, lodging, retail and restaurant space.

By Sebastian Obando • Oct. 17, 2022

Construction planning numbers jump despite recession fears

The Dodge Momentum Index, a benchmark that measures nonresidential building planning, landed less than 5% below an all-time high, according to its September update.

By Sebastian Obando • Oct. 17, 2022

Why Turner’s CEO personally responds to racist incidents on company jobsites

When a bias-motivated event occurs, Peter Davoren wants to know why.

By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 17, 2022

In its second year, Construction Inclusion Week doubles in size

The event is aimed at rooting out bias-motivated incidents on jobsites while fostering more inclusion in the industry.

By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 14, 2022

Construction input prices fall slightly

Though the drop in materials costs is welcome, with overall wholesale prices rising at twice the rate analysts expected, the Federal Reserve has more evidence to support another round of interest rate hikes.  

By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 13, 2022

Lendlease leverages mushrooms for recycling

The contractor hopes the fungi will provide a revenue stream in the future and help cut down on landfill costs.

By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 12, 2022

BIM program aims to boost construction’s digital transformation

Construction Dive talks with the director of the National Institute of Building Sciences’ new effort about standards and adoption.

By Sebastian Obando • Oct. 11, 2022

Contractors added to backlogs in September, expect higher profits

Associated Builders and Contractors’ Backlog Indicator and Construction Confidence Index rose in September, though outlooks for overall sales remained lower than August and last year. 

By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 11, 2022

Construction management firm CEO: recession ‘feels like a self-fulfilling prophecy’

Construction Dive talks with Frank Ciminelli, president and CEO of Buffalo, New York-based Arc Building Partners, about the pandemic, a potential recession and other challenges in the industry.

By Sebastian Obando • Oct. 11, 2022

Turner: Labor shortage prompts contractors to be selective about jobs

Builders are turning to megaprojects to get the most out of their skilled workforce, according to a recent report from the country’s largest contractor.

By Zachary Phillips • Oct. 11, 2022

Watch for these common invoice scams

Mid-sized businesses are losing almost $300,000 annually to invoice fraud, which can also hurt supplier relationships, according to Branden Jenkins, COO of Medius. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Oct. 11, 2022

NYC office market faces ‘real estate apocalypse’

The work-from-home movement could spark new trends in office construction and renovation, according to a new report.

By Sebastian Obando • Oct. 10, 2022