What's in store for contractors under a Biden presidency?

From infrastructure spending and union support to immigration, taxes and regulations, the construction industry will face a new set of challenges and opportunities under a Biden administration.

By Joe Bousquin , Kim Slowey • Nov. 7, 2020

Marijuana initiatives pass in 5 states: What contractors need to know

Some of the ballot questions specified that employers would not be prohibited from taking adverse actions based on employee marijuana use, but others did not. Here is a rundown of each measure.

By Jennifer Goodman • Nov. 6, 2020

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Skanska's profits fall 29% in Q3, beating analyst expectations

Much of the firm's strength came from its residential division in Europe, while its nonresidential construction business faced headwinds, especially in the U.S. 

By Joe Bousquin • Nov. 6, 2020

Voters green light $7.1B Austin, Texas, transit plan

Now that public funding has been approved, the city first priority is to pick board members for the Austin Transit Partnership, which will handle all of the contracting and the disbursement of funds for the project.

By Kristin Musulin • Nov. 6, 2020

In his own words: Scaffolding rigger fights hate as a union rep

In this continuation of Construction Dive's series examining racism in construction, we share the stories of people of color who have built prosperous careers in the industry despite hurdles in their way.

By Joe Bousquin • Nov. 5, 2020

Tutor Perini posts $1.4B Q3 revenue, highest in more than a decade

The COVID-19 pandemic has not significantly affected the company's operations, according to chairman and CEO Ron Tutor.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 5, 2020

Hilti unveils BIM-enabled construction robot for mobile ceiling work

The Jaibot can perform semi-autonomous mobile ceiling drilling to aid in mechanical, electrical and plumbing jobs and communicate progress with the project office.

By Jennifer Goodman • Nov. 4, 2020

Black & Veatch leaving coal projects in the dust

The engineering and construction company announced it will honor its coal-based projects, but is transitioning to more sustainable energy projects.

By Zachary Phillips • Nov. 4, 2020

Las Vegas construction market takes a hit from COVID-19

Does a recent drop in Sin City's commercial construction activity signify a prolonged slump or just a temporary lag in projects? Industry experts weigh in.

By Shelley D. Hutchins, LEED-AP • Nov. 4, 2020

In her own words: Oregon carpenter succeeds in the trades

In this continuation of Construction Dive's series examining racism in construction, we share the stories of people of color who have built prosperous careers in the industry despite hurdles in their way.

By Joe Bousquin • Nov. 3, 2020

Fluor names 3rd CEO in 2 years

David Constable, former CEO of energy firm Sasol and a former long-time Fluor executive, will take over on Jan. 1 when Carlos Hernandez retires.

By Jennifer Goodman • Nov. 3, 2020

Work halts on 2nd tower in $1.6B Oceanwide project

Chinese-owned Oceanwide Holdings said the construction pause on the San Francisco megaproject is due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 3, 2020

Many contractors overlook this lucrative tax credit

The research and development federal tax credit of up to 12% is available to innovative construction firms, but many are unaware of it, says tax expert Cole Marr.

By Cole Marr • Nov. 2, 2020

Data center construction market continues to boom

Amazon, Google and Facebook are pouring billions into construction of data centers around the U.S. 

By Zachary Phillips • Nov. 2, 2020

Modular Monitor: Offsite construction's advantages, challenges on display in 2020

While rapid response medical facilities helped modular shine during the early days of the pandemic, the sector also proved it's not immune to the larger headwinds hitting commercial construction. 

By Joe Bousquin • Nov. 2, 2020

The 10 cities in the most financial distress

Las Vegas, Chicago and Houston are home to the residents experiencing the heaviest financial burdens, according to a recent WalletHub study.

By Cailin Crowe • Oct. 30, 2020

Border wall breakup: Will blacklisting of contractors end if construction stops?

"Name and shame" policies blocking border wall contractors from work with cities like Los Angeles and Austin, Texas, have been in effect since 2018. 

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 30, 2020

ENR ranks the top US specialty contractors

While the list from Engineering News-Record ranks firms based on 2019 revenue, many of these national subcontractors have been greatly impacted this year by the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 30, 2020

New York City jobsite injuries down 20% since 2017

Building officials say 100,000 construction workers have taken the required 40 hours of safety training during the past three years, which has contributed to the first reduction in injuries in almost a decade.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 29, 2020

Second wave of COVID-19 impacts construction, and the results aren't good

An AGC survey finds more contractors report canceled projects than starts, and 78% are experiencing greater project delays amid construction job losses.

By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 29, 2020

Academic, industry leaders to create national institute for AI in construction

The effort involves more than 40 industry partners from architecture, engineering and construction, who will join researchers from the University of Illinois and Carnegie Mellon University.

By Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 28, 2020

Contech firm Icon to develop 3D-printed buildings for moon

The construction technology developer is working to create a space-based construction system that could support future exploration of the moon.

By Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 28, 2020

Work on $9.4B Louisiana plant halted, $10B Foxconn project also in trouble

Coronavirus-related challenges have stopped major work at the FG Louisiana petrochemical plant, while Foxconn's Wisconsin facility hangs in the balance and AGC's economist says even tougher times lie ahead for contractors.

By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 28, 2020

The gas tax that funds infrastructure projects is broken. The pandemic could end it.

As states and cities face budget crunches with gas tax revenues down, some are considering alternative ways to secure funding for infrastructure projects.

By Jason Plautz • Oct. 28, 2020

Maryland county school board approves $1.2B school P3

Gilbane, Stantec and others have been tapped to fast-track the modernization of six Prince George's County schools through a public-private partnership.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 27, 2020