AGC study identifies key safety stats, offers steps to avoid job site incidents

The findings of the study, in collaboration with the Myers-Lawson School of Construction at Virginia Tech, confirm and contradict longstanding safety beliefs.

By Kim Slowey • April 6, 2017

Tishman Speyer reveals plans for $500M Brooklyn, NY office project

The 10-story Wheeler development, which will sit above a Macy's department store, is part of a wave of office construction underway in the neighborhood.

By Kim Slowey • April 6, 2017

San Diego officials vote to replace shuttered theater with $125M mixed-use tower

City representatives and other downtown businesses see the 40-story Overture project as a way to revitalize the area.

By Kim Slowey • April 6, 2017

Kansas City, MO developer plans student microhousing project

UC-B Properties said the small units will be attractive to renters who desire an urban lifestyle but don’t want or need excess space.

By Katy Tomasulo • April 6, 2017

Milwaukee Bucks choose smart building partner for $524M arena

Johnson Controls will work with contractors to improve the venue's energy efficiency and security through building automation, lighting and other features.

By Emily Peiffer • April 5, 2017

Construction resumes on NJ American Dream mall megaproject

Developer Triple Five Group said it will close on $1.6 billion in permanent financing for the 3-million-square-foot first phase in the next few months.

By Kim Slowey • April 5, 2017

Report: How 'trading up' impacts monthly mortgage payments

The need for existing owners to free up entry-level inventory persists, but elevated home prices can make moving a challenge.

By Mary Tyler March • April 5, 2017

Retractable roof issues could delay opening of $1.5B Atlanta Falcons stadium

Construction issues related to the complex design have already pushed the opening date back to July.

By Kim Slowey • April 4, 2017

GE announces groundbreaking date for $200M Boston HQ

Suffolk Construction will begin work on the Gensler-designed building on May 8.

By Kim Slowey • April 4, 2017

Skanksa to build Seattle's 40-story Nexus condominium tower

Rapid growth in the city's downtown housing stock has prompted questions of density allowances to make room for more low- and middle-income inventory.

By Hallie Busta • April 4, 2017

Former Lyft HQ in San Francisco to get housing, office addition

The project will add townhomes to the city's Mission District without taking away existing residential or commercial space.

By Katy Tomasulo • April 4, 2017

Report: US construction industry contributes to modern slavery

From 2007 to 2016, nonprofit group Polaris received reports of nearly 550 cases of human trafficking or labor exploitation in construction.

By Kim Slowey • April 3, 2017

The 50 States of Construction: How a sense of community drives the PA market

The president and CEO of Philadelphia–​based Perryman Building and Construction explains how firms can thrive in an area that "always has capacity to grow."

By Emily Peiffer • April 3, 2017

Immigrants from Trump 'travel-ban' countries have strong long-term homeownership potential

President Donald Trump's stance on border security and immigration stands to impact the supply and demand sides of the housing market.

By Mary Tyler March • April 3, 2017

Ping An Finance Centre claims title of world's 4th-tallest building

The newly completed skyscraper in Shenzhen, China, stands at 1,965 feet tall and boasts the largest stainless steel facade in the world.

By Kim Slowey • April 3, 2017

Student housing development holds steady on strength of millennial demand

While post-secondary enrollment typically ebbs during economic recoveries, the market outlook is strong for student housing on and off campus.

By Mary Tyler March • April 3, 2017

TX awards $1.25B design-build contract for Houston tollway

A joint venture including Ferrovial Agroman US, Granite Construction and Webber will take on the 44-mile project.

By Kim Slowey • March 31, 2017

CT Mohegan Sun casino kicks off convention center expansion

The project comes as meeting venues across the U.S. ramp up renovations in an effort to draw lucrative convention business.

By Kim Slowey • March 31, 2017

Toll Brothers eyes NYC's Hudson Square for next City Living project

The multifamily division is responding to shifts in the high-end market by looking to the mid-luxury space and focusing on joint ventures.

By Katy Tomasulo • March 31, 2017

Ford to invest $1.2B in MI production plants

The investment comes nearly one year after the auto manufacturing giant announced a $1.2 billion overhaul of its Dearborn, MI, campus.

By Kim Slowey • March 30, 2017

Treetop plans $160M mixed-use project in NYC's South Bronx

The developer is delaying groundbreaking in anticipation of a revival of New York's 421-a affordable housing tax break.

By Mary Tyler March • March 30, 2017

Sycuan tribe breaks ground on $226M casino hotel in San Diego

The property is one of the only casinos in the area without a hotel, which has caused it to lose some business to competitors.

By Kim Slowey • March 30, 2017

How to encourage Hispanic participation amid the construction labor shortage

Training and support are key to attracting and retaining Hispanic workers during a period of heightened focus on immigration issues.

By Kim Slowey • March 30, 2017

Turner exec testifies to Congress on skills gap, labor shortage in construction

Rory DeJohn, a senior vice president for the company, highlighted the importance of training programs and outreach to younger people.

By Kim Slowey • March 30, 2017

NH, CO lead Bankrate's list of top states for retirees

Cost of living, healthcare quality and crime rate factored heavily into retirees' picks, indicating potential growth areas for the active-adult housing category.

By Mary Tyler March • March 30, 2017