Corporate News: Page 40
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Deep Dive
Mission to modernize: A tour through the Kennedy Space Center's construction initiatives
We got an inside look at the major construction projects underway at the NASA facility, which the agency hopes will make its Journey to Mars a reality.
By Emily Peiffer • May 3, 2017 -
Multifamily prefab company Prescient raises $40M
The Arvada, CO, company is just the latest construction technology firm to perk the ears — and open the wallets — of investors nationwide
By Hallie Busta • May 3, 2017 -
3D Robotics secures $53M in latest funding round
The drone data company will use the capital to expand its Site Scan product and market it to the construction and engineering sectors.
By Mary Tyler March • May 3, 2017 -
New Zillow website focuses on first-time buyers
Sharing total monthly costs for home listings helps new buyers understand the total investment required for homeownership relative to renting.
By Katy Tomasulo • May 3, 2017 -
Tutor Perini scores 4 new civil contracts worth $774M total
The projects include a bridge connecting Iowa and Illinois, a storage yard and bridge renovation in New York, and highway renovations in Maryland.
By Kim Slowey • May 3, 2017 -
Raiders purchase 62-acre Las Vegas site for new $2B stadium
The NFL team is one step closer to construction of its 65,000-seat venue after closing on the $77.5 million site near the Mandalay Bay resort.
By Kim Slowey • May 3, 2017 -
Gilbane departs $1.5B One Wall Street condo tower, new general contractor takes over
Developer Harry Macklowe didn't offer a reason for switching control of the condominium project over to Manhattan-based JT Magen & Company.
By Kim Slowey • May 3, 2017 -
Report: AECOM Tishman dominating NYC construction activity
The company built nearly 14 million square feet of ground-up construction between 2012 and 2017, almost twice that of its closest competitor, Turner.
By Kim Slowey • May 2, 2017 -
OH developers score $142M loan for Cleveland mixed-use project
The 58-acre development has already secured a number of retail tenants, including Whole Foods, REI and Williams Sonoma, as well as three commercial lessees.
By Kim Slowey • May 2, 2017 -
Aging-in-place remodeling sees its popularity continue to grow
Simple and low-cost home-improvement projects are also becoming more popular, according to a survey of building professionals.
By Mary Tyler March • May 2, 2017 -
Deep Dive
A guide to construction site safety
We share 10 of our most popular stories on how companies can maintain workers' physical and emotional well-being. Plus, a quiz to check what you know.
By Hallie Busta • May 1, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Breaking down construction safety by the numbers
We take a look back at the biggest statistics, reports, rule changes and other news around safety in the industry from the last year.
By Construction Dive Staff • May 1, 2017 -
Officials fail to reach deal for $250M Boston soccer stadium
Some local representatives refused to back the agreement because they said the area could not withstand the additional traffic around the venue.
By Kim Slowey • May 1, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Lendlease exec: Why protecting workers on the job site is critical to bottom-line success
The theme of Safety Week 2017, "It's in our hands," emphasizes the role that each project team member plays in job-site safety.
By Emily Peiffer • May 1, 2017 -
CalAtlantic posts strong Q1 as high prices, costs shrink margins
A shift in community mix, competitive pricing and higher construction costs proved to be a drag on gross margin during an active spring selling season.
By Katy Tomasulo • May 1, 2017 -
Lennar breaks ground on one of Broward County, FL's last big housing developments
The WCI community is one of the last large-scale developments in a market where high prices and limited affordable inventory are pushing some residents out.
By Katy Tomasulo • May 1, 2017 -
Deep Dive
'We'll be left behind': How equity can keep architecture relevant
Experts implored the industry to step up its efforts to recruit underrepresented groups, improve the workplace and design with local communities in mind.
By Emily Peiffer • May 1, 2017 -
Aluminum company set to build $1.3B KY plant
The state's recent passage of legislation favoring open-shop work policies played a major role in Braidy Industries' decision.
By Kim Slowey • April 28, 2017 -
Michelle Obama talks architecture in first appearance since leaving the White House
The former first lady offered advice for how the industry can attract a more diverse workforce and encourage work-life balance.
By Emily Peiffer • April 28, 2017 -
Beckham-led group gets investor boost for $300M Miami MLS deal
The effort to bring a new soccer franchise and stadium to the city has been stalled for three years due to lack of financing and a viable plan.
By Kim Slowey • April 28, 2017 -
Mortenson plans first building at $6B MN Mayo Clinic complex
The project is part of the company's Destination Medical Center, which it says is the largest public–private economic undertaking in state history.
By Kim Slowey • April 28, 2017 -
Wynn Resorts OKs $1.5B lagoon-themed Las Vegas project
Paradise Park, which will include a 20-acre water feature with a white-sand beachfront, will be built on Wynn's existing Las Vegas Strip property.
By Kim Slowey • April 27, 2017 -
Republic Property Group opens first phase of 7,200-acre Walsh development
Texas leads in master-planned communities in-progress as home prices and sales across the state continue to climb.
By Mary Tyler March • April 27, 2017 -
AECOM leading UK driverless vehicle trial
The Capri Consortium secured a $5.37 million grant from Innovate UK and the Centre for Connected & Autonomous Vehicles to create the connected shuttles.
By Emily Peiffer • April 26, 2017 -
Cleveland approves $140M Cavaliers arena renovation deal
The NBA team agreed to a series of guarantees and measures that will benefit the community in order to make the financing deal more attractive for the city.
By Kim Slowey • April 26, 2017