Judge dismisses construction worker’s discrimination charges against Microsoft

A federal judge ruled the software company was not the employer of a construction worker who performed tasks for a Skanska-Balfour Beatty JV.

By Joe Bousquin • Nov. 9, 2022

Construction events for the second half of 2023

It’s time to plan for the rest of this year. Construction Dive has you covered with a full list of the industry conferences, expos and meetings coming up.

By Matthew Thibault • Updated June 27, 2023

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Top 5 stories from Construction Dive

Construction Dive editors curate some of the industry’s top stories from this year.

By Construction Dive staff

Tutor Perini posts third consecutive loss of 2022, beats on revenue

The contractor again pointed to the future for a profit turnaround, citing project execution issues and adverse legal rulings.

By Joe Bousquin • Nov. 7, 2022

Fluor beats revenues estimates, misses on EPS

Fluor posted higher-than-expected revenue during the third quarter, but three legacy infrastructure projects continue to cause challenges.

By Sebastian Obando • Nov. 4, 2022

Finding common ground: Removing barriers to effective external collaboration

The AEC industry is ready to improve external collaboration. But who takes the first step remains a question.

Oct. 31, 2022

Granite Construction’s profits flat, revenue falls in Q3

The Watsonville, California-based contractor nonetheless raised its guidance, and expects a stronger 2023 as it burns the last of its less profitable projects and snags IIJA work.

By Julie Strupp • Oct. 28, 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

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

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

Jacobs completes nearly 10 miles of $2.6B rail expansion in New York

Infrastructure expansion, such as the Long Island Rail Road project, should continue to boost Jacobs’ long-term business.

By Sebastian Obando • Oct. 6, 2022

Lendlease Americas names new CEO

Claire Johnston has overseen the firm’s military housing portfolio and its Bay Area development venture with Google.

By Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 6, 2022

September 2022 Project Wins: The country’s top contractors report their latest awards

Construction Dive rounds up the newest project wins from some of the country’s biggest builders.

By Construction Dive Staff • Oct. 6, 2022

American Express equips construction businesses with tools to help maximize growth

Now is the time for construction business owners to ensure they have the right financial solutions in their toolbox.

Oct. 3, 2022

Fluor selected for overseas manufacturing facility

The Irving, Texas-based company will perform procurement and construction management for a biologics manufacturing plant in Denmark.

By Sebastian Obando • Sept. 30, 2022

Ford breaks ground on $5.6B Tennessee EV project

The construction of electric vehicle factories in the U.S. is expected to increase in coming years, especially due to backing from the federal government. 

By Sebastian Obando • Sept. 27, 2022

Tetra Tech trumps WSP bid for environmental firm RPS Group

The California-based contractor offered a 7.8% premium over the Canadian engineering giant’s price, but the fight may not be over.

By Julie Strupp • Sept. 26, 2022

WSP completes environmental services purchase for $1.8B

The Montreal-based contractor is on a buying spree to meet strong demand for climate-related work.

By Julie Strupp • Sept. 22, 2022

Shawmut targets NYC area growth

Dave Margolius, executive vice president of Shawmut’s New York City metro region, said the company wants to expand into healthcare and life sciences.

By Sebastian Obando • Sept. 21, 2022

Granite nixes plans to sell water, mineral units

Kyle Larkin, the firm’s president and CEO, said “current market conditions” meant the firm couldn’t get the price it wanted for the businesses.

By Joe Bousquin • Sept. 20, 2022

Jacobs taps Pragada as next CEO

The Dallas-based contractor’s president and COO, Bob Pragada, will take over for Steve Demetriou at the firm's helm starting Jan. 24, 2023.

By Sebastian Obando • Sept. 16, 2022

The importance of research in construction

Research helps show the construction industry where we are and where we’re going.

By Jonathan Arnholz, NCCER Digital Communications Manager • Sept. 6, 2022

ConTech Conversations: Tech has a ‘common language’ in every industry, says new Procore exec

Steve Davis brings decades of experience at companies like VRBO and Expedia to the construction industry.

By Matthew Thibault • Aug. 31, 2022

Public firms report lower profits, muted outlooks

Several construction industry giants saw profits fall and lowered their outlooks for the remainder of the year amid continued impacts from COVID-19 and inflation. 

By Joe Bousquin • Aug. 26, 2022

SEC charges Granite with fraud, firm pays $12M

The California-based contractor said it fully cooperated with the investigation, while the attorney for a former executive at the firm said he would fight the charges in court. 

By Joe Bousquin • Aug. 26, 2022

Jacobs rebrands, takes on new parent company name

The Dallas-based contractor is changing its name to Jacobs Solutions to reflect its focus on intelligence, infrastructure, cybersecurity and space.

By Sebastian Obando • Aug. 23, 2022