Mass timber construction reaching for new heights

The eco-friendly material is being tapped to support sustainable construction through the COVID-19 pandemic, but hurdles remain. 

By Cailin Crowe • Nov. 11, 2020

SEC subpoenas Granite Construction

The California-based contractor, which is cooperating with the Securities and Exchange Commission, has completed its own internal investigation.

By Jennifer Goodman • Updated Feb. 23, 2021

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Careful collaboration before shovels hit dirt is key to a successful project, experts say.

By Construction Dive staff

In her own words: Washington, D.C., construction exec has a plan to combat racism in the industry

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 put in their way.

By Joe Bousquin • Nov. 11, 2020

Construction underway on Miami's deepest underground parking garage

The $25 million subterranean space just feet from Biscayne Bay will be built using advanced technology, design and engineering.

By Jennifer Goodman • Nov. 11, 2020

Dodge: U.S. construction starts will increase 4% next year

As part of a long road to recovery from the pandemic and recession, Dodge Data & Analytics' newly released Construction Outlook also shows the dollar value of nonresidential buildings rising 3% in 2021.

By Zachary Phillips • Nov. 11, 2020

Bankers: Commercial, multifamily loans down 47%, but up from Q2

Some sectors have been hit harder than others, with hotel properties seeing a 94% year-over-year drop in lending volumes compared to a year ago, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.

By Joe Bousquin • Nov. 10, 2020

Casino construction gets a boost from voters

Recently approved gambling initiatives will give the hospitality construction sector new work on projects priced from $300 million to $1.2 billion in several states, industry officials say.

By Jennifer Goodman • Nov. 10, 2020

SBA releases borrower data on smaller PPP loans

The Small Business Administration has disclosed the names, addresses and loan amounts for each Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loan borrower.

By Dan Ennis • Updated Dec. 8, 2020

Virgin Hyperloop successfully tests human travel

The 107-mph test in Las Vegas represents a major step forward for the high-tech transit option, according to co-founder and CTO Josh Giegel.

By Chris Teale • Nov. 10, 2020

Election 2020: Give us your feedback

Construction Dive wants to know what readers think. Will a Biden presidency be good for the construction industry?

By Jennifer Goodman • Nov. 9, 2020

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

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

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

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

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