New initiative urges contractors to work with owners to reduce building emissions

The Associated General Contractors of America program focuses not only on contractors' own carbon footprint, but on pressing owners to specify more climate-friendly buildings from the outset. 

By Joe Bousquin • Aug. 5, 2021

10 ways the PRO Act could change the game for employers and organized labor

Currently being considered in the Senate, the bill would strengthen the ability of unions to form and collectively bargain.

By Emilie Shumway • Aug. 5, 2021

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PPP forgiveness portal opens to business owners

Starting today, the Small Business Administration will allow companies with Paycheck Protection Program loans of $150,000 or less to apply for forgiveness directly.

By Emma Liem Beckett • Aug. 4, 2021

Despite dodging tax hikes in infrastructure bill, contractors could still see higher rates

While U.S. corporations have avoided tax increases in the Senate's proposed plan, public and private contractors could still see rates go up.

By Joe Bousquin • Aug. 4, 2021

Construction firms could face increased taxes, despite no rate hikes for infrastructure plan

Construction Dive's three-part series looks at the issues surrounding the U.S. tax rate and the steps contractors take to mitigate their tax burden.

Aug. 4, 2021

Florida contractor sees future infrastructure opportunities in the pipeline

Robert Murphy of Central Civil Construction also expects a "decent amount of private work coming back."

By Sebastian Obando • Aug. 3, 2021

Construction employment rate increases, but trails pre-pandemic high

Supply chain constraints and rising materials prices are putting a dent in firms' plans to hire new workers, according to economists.

By Sebastian Obando • Aug. 3, 2021

Skanska wins key ruling in Pensacola bridge case

A federal judge ruled the contractor was operating under maritime law, which shields it for now from being sued in state court for damage caused by its runaway barges during Hurricane Sally. 

By Joe Bousquin • Aug. 3, 2021

Granite posts revenue gain, awaits federal infrastructure funding

The California-based contractor is seeing a brisk bid environment while closely watching legislative negotiations on a national infrastructure package. 

By Joe Bousquin • Aug. 2, 2021

4 US cities among the top 10 most expensive places to build in the world

The pandemic has worsened issues around supply chains and skilled labor, raising construction costs in cities around the world, according to a new report.

By Sebastian Obando • Aug. 2, 2021

Lendlease to fuel UK projects with vegetable oil

After Skanska U.K., the Australian contractor is the second major player to forego fossil fuels in the country.

By Zachary Phillips • July 30, 2021

Oregon roofer dies in Pacific Northwest's heatwave

Oregon OSHA is investigating the death of an unnamed roofer who collapsed on June 28, the hottest day on record in the state, and later died in the hospital.

By Zachary Phillips • July 29, 2021

Could 'smart walls' replace barriers at the US-Mexico border?

President Joe Biden's stop-work order on construction of a southern border barrier doesn’t mean the end of contract opportunities for private companies, writes security expert Nelson Balido.

By Nelson Balido • July 28, 2021

Remote work, IoT expected to help balloon data center market

The U.S. data center market is expected to grow to $13.9 billion by 2026, according to a report from Accountability Information Management.

By Sebastian Obando • July 28, 2021

7 dos and don'ts when an employee is at risk for self-harm

Rarely does an employee "just snap," said expert presenters at a panel on mental health in the workplace.

By Emilie Shumway • July 27, 2021

Colorado contractor sentenced to jail for employee's trench death

Bryan Johnson also must pay $25,000 in restitution for his role in the 2018 incident that killed Rosario Martinez.

By Jennifer Goodman • July 26, 2021

Why Amazon's updated marijuana drug testing policy could have 'ripple effect'

The approach may spread as employers seek uniform drug-testing policies amid a fractured legal landscape, according to attorney Michael Freimann.

By Ryan Golden • July 23, 2021

5 stadiums built for the Tokyo Olympics

Spectators may not fill these venues, but athletes from across the world are competing in them for the Summer Games.

By Zachary Phillips • July 22, 2021

Clark Construction employs 3D modeling, laser scanning to solve healthcare project challenges

The MedStar Georgetown University medical facility will include numerous patient and exam rooms, a rooftop helipad and an intraoperative MRI system.

By Sebastian Obando • July 22, 2021

Most US employers with flexible work plans choose hybrid work, HR consulting firm says

As employers move forward in implementing flexible work options, they may need to experiment on the fly.

By Ryan Golden • July 21, 2021

Texas prepares to take bids for border wall construction

The state is seeking a project manager for Gov. Greg Abbott's proposed border wall project.

By Matthew Thibault • July 21, 2021

Construction-related conferences for 2021 and beyond

From design and construction to technology and green building, industry trade shows of all types are continuing despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Matthew Thibault • July 20, 2021

ABC announces new campaign to fight PLA legislation

The contractor group has amassed a six-figure sum to fight the mandated use of project labor agreements on government-funded infrastructure projects. 

By Joe Bousquin • July 20, 2021

Dollar General growth plans include more than 1K new stores

The retailer aims to add 50,000 employees by Labor Day in a hiring blitz for its rapid expansion planned for fiscal year 2021. 

By Ben Unglesbee • July 20, 2021

Multifamily developer expands to commercial projects

Alliance Residential aims to tap into the growing demand for warehouses and distribution centers with its new launch.

By Jeffrey Steele • July 19, 2021