Former Gilbane CEO McKelvy tapped to lead McDermott

Mike McKelvy, who retired from Gilbane on Jan. 7, is stepping into the top spot at the restructured Houston-based energy construction giant.  

By Joe Bousquin • Feb. 3, 2022

Skanska fourth-quarter profit sinks 40% but beats estimates

In an investor call Thursday, CEO Anders Danielsson said the company's U.S. operations are back on track, despite pandemic headwinds.

By Zachary Phillips , Noelle Knox • Feb. 3, 2022

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Philly modular builder merges with steel systems maker

Volumetric Building Companies' CEO Vaughan Buckley discusses combining its wood construction tech with Polcom's steel modular system.

By Sebastian Obando • Feb. 2, 2022

DPR manager's advice to women in construction: 'Be yourself'

A proponent of lean construction methods, Taylor Ruth Fowler says collaboration and a shared vision are the keys to a successful project.

By Jennifer Goodman • Feb. 2, 2022

Despite COVID-19 challenges, new Webcor president sees boom times ahead

The San Francisco-based general contractor's new leader talks about labor shortages, supply chain woes and other issues that keep him up at night.

By Sebastian Obando • Jan. 31, 2022

Inflation will persist through 2023 even if pandemic fades, economist says

Long-term trends like high housing demand and tight labor markets will likely fuel inflation into next year, according to the Conference Board.

By Jim Tyson • Jan. 31, 2022

How builders can help mitigate supply chain issues

By ordering ahead of time, construction firms can be part of the solution to materials sourcing woes, a supply chain expert writes.

By Ken Pinto • Jan. 27, 2022

What contractors need to know for the year ahead

While market observers still see plenty of challenges on the horizon, they are optimistic about the new year, this roundup of Construction Dive stories shows.

Jan. 27, 2022

Intel to build 2 Ohio semiconductor factories worth $20B

Following disrupted supply chains and competitor advancements in Arizona, the tech giant is looking to gain ground.

By Matthew Thibault • Jan. 26, 2022

Construction firm sues Tyson Foods for lack of payment

Kentucky-based Gray Construction filed a $3.5 million federal lawsuit claiming the food giant hasn't fully paid it for a poultry plant in Tennessee.

By Sebastian Obando • Jan. 26, 2022

Sector watch: Infrastructure outlook dependent on IIJA

Industry sources remain hopeful for a strong 2022, but say it depends on the effectiveness of the federal government.

By Sebastian Obando • Jan. 26, 2022

Buttigieg rebuffs infrastructure law being a 'White guy employment act'

"You look at the jobs we're going to create, and yeah, they have been traditionally White and male, but it doesn't have to stay that way," the transportation secretary said on cable news last week.

By Joe Bousquin • Jan. 25, 2022

USACE announces plans for $23B in federal funding

The IIJA and Disaster Relief Act money will go toward Army civil projects in the Florida Everglades and a critical waterway in Michigan, among other jobs.

By Jennifer Goodman • Jan. 25, 2022

White House coalition to pursue wide-ranging building performance policies

The partnership aims to advance energy and emissions regulations over the next two years that will cover nearly 20% of U.S. buildings, including those that are already built.

By Maria Rachal • Jan. 25, 2022

Sector watch: Spurred by a pandemic boom, life sciences construction projected to climb even higher in 2022

The growth involves the repurposing of older facilities as well as the creation of new ones in cities such as Boston, San Francisco and Washington, D.C.

By Sebastian Obando • Jan. 25, 2022

The Dotted Line: COVID-19 force majeure clauses are losing their punch

Two years into the pandemic, owners are pushing back against contracts and bids that cite COVID-19 as an excusable delay.  

By Joe Bousquin • Jan. 25, 2022

Construction's hottest sectors for 2022

Despite the challenges of COVID-19, supply chain issues and labor shortages, these verticals are expected to explode in 2022.

By Sebastian Obando • Jan. 25, 2022

Sector watch: Billions of dollars set to boost US port projects in 2022

Federal aid will support future capital improvement programs as the demand for these crucial links in the supply chain continues to grow.

By Sebastian Obando • Jan. 24, 2022

Sector watch: Data center construction will continue to surge in 2022

Industry sources expect demand for these types of facilities to expand this year, especially in a handful of markets like Phoenix, Dallas and Atlanta. 

By Sebastian Obando • Jan. 21, 2022

Report: Construction workers receive $28B a year in public assistance

A higher percentage of workers in construction rely on social safety net programs than those in other industries, according to a new study. The reasons why are complicated, experts say.

By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 20, 2022

Sector watch: Distribution centers, warehouses poised for growth

The rise of e-commerce has strengthened demand for new facilities, and industry experts expect that momentum to continue.

By Sebastian Obando • Jan. 20, 2022

Las Vegas unveils digital twin of downtown

The city's digital model will help officials set policies to address energy use, traffic, parking, noise and emergency management.

By Jason Plautz • Jan. 19, 2022

PCL Construction breaks ground on unique dolphin habitat attraction

Building the Dolphin Oasis project in Florida will require special considerations for noise and vibration management, according to a PCL vice president.

By Mary Salmonsen • Jan. 19, 2022

$26.5B from IIJA targets bridge repair, replacement projects

The Bridge Formula Program, announced last week, is expected to help improve 15,000 highway bridges nationwide.

By Julie Strupp • Jan. 18, 2022

Denver airport gets green light for final phase of Great Hall expansion plan

The additional funding will bring the total cost of the project to more than $2 billion, almost three times its original budget.

By Jeffrey Steele • Jan. 18, 2022