LG selects TN as home for new $250M factory

The electronics giant said the business climate and other positive factors led the company to build the facility in Clarksville, TN.

By Kim Slowey • March 6, 2017

A community approach: Smoot exec Chrystal Stowe on why diversity and persistence matter

The company's director of community affairs and business development discusses her experience on the job site, workforce management and a once-in-a-lifetime project.

By Emily Peiffer • March 6, 2017

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Plenary-led P3 wins $685M Toronto hospital contract

The Plenary, PCL and Stantec consortium will design, build, maintain and operate the 655,000-square-foot facility.

By Kim Slowey • March 3, 2017

Weak productivity crippling global construction industry growth

If the sector fails to modernize, it won't be able to meet the demands of an aggressive infrastructure program or address the shortage of housing in the U.S.

By Kim Slowey • March 2, 2017

VA taps P3 project structure for $460M highway

Virginia officials hope Transurban's participation will expedite the project, which aims to ease traffic congestion in the DC commuting area.

By Kim Slowey • March 2, 2017

Miami Worldcenter issues private bonds to fund $74M in infrastructure upgrades

When construction is complete in late 2018, the $1.7 billion complex will include retail space, an apartment building, a hotel and a high-rise condominium.  

By Kim Slowey • March 1, 2017

Mexico border wall construction draws interest of nearly 200 companies

Only a few days have passed since U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced it would start taking bids for the project later this month.

By Kim Slowey • March 1, 2017

Google submits updated plans for Bjarke Ingels-designed CA campus

The tech giant's design proposal includes a significant number of parks and other open spaces in an attempt to be inviting to the public. 

By Kim Slowey • March 1, 2017

DC United breaks ground on long-awaited $300M stadium

The team scored final design approval for the stadium last month after a lengthy — and sometimes contentious — review process with the District.

By Kim Slowey • March 1, 2017

How Trump's immigration crackdown could impact construction

The industry's use of undocumented workers is no secret, but actions by the new administration could force companies to re-examine their practices.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 28, 2017

Vornado puts the brakes on 3 DC projects prior to JBG merger

The developer had one residential and two commercial mixed-use projects planned for the Pentagon City and Crystal City areas of Northern Virginia.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 28, 2017

A whole new world: Developer proposes $4B amusement park in AZ desert

The project, which aims to rival Disney's parks, would be the first large-scale theme park in Arizona if it comes to fruition.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 28, 2017

Landmark Properties considers 750-room apartment near University of Central Florida

Solid demand for student housing has developers heading to college and university towns for projects featuring high-end amenities and proximity to campus.

By Sean Barry • Feb. 28, 2017

Developer proposes 53-story hotel near Los Angeles Convention Center

TriCal's tower is the second hotel project planned in that area, as the city looks to boost its room capacity to support the burgeoning convention business.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 27, 2017

Hunt Development to redevelop Cabrini-Green site in Chicago

The Texas-based company will lead construction on the latest phase of mixed-income development on the site of the former blighted housing project. 

By Sean Barry • Feb. 27, 2017

The 50 States of Construction: How ME companies snag top talent to meet demand

Landry/French co-founder Kevin French delves into the state's unique building community and explains how his firm is adapting to the labor shortage.

By Emily Peiffer • Feb. 27, 2017

Billionaire proposes construction of tallest building in Detroit

If Dan Gilbert secures the necessary tax incentives for the development, construction could begin this year, with completion scheduled for 2020.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 24, 2017

Apple announces April opening of $5B 'spaceship' campus

The campus was originally scheduled to open in 2015, but the permitting process and the tech giant's hyper-attention to detail delayed completion for two years.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 23, 2017

Governors Island Trust sues Turner, subcontractor for $5M over shoddy work claims

Island officials maintain that Ocean Coastal Consultants Engineering cost them hundreds of thousands of dollars in repairs.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 23, 2017

Verizon makes enterprise drone play with Skyward acquisition

The drone company joins a number of other startups partnering with global tech firms and AEC investors for scalability. 

By Chris Wood • Feb. 22, 2017

The 50 States of Construction: DC's building boom driven by more than the government

Skanska's Mark Carroll explains how new industries, revitalized neighborhoods and a commitment to historical planning standards are shaping the nation's capital.

By Hallie Busta • Feb. 22, 2017

Faraday Future takes bids on smaller NV factory, claims $1B facility still in the works

The electric car manufacturer halted construction on its massive plant last year amid claims it was behind in payments.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 22, 2017

Developers unveil plans for $2.5B MLS stadium complex in San Diego

While the entire SoccerCity project is estimated to take 20 years to complete, the private group said the stadium component would be ready by 2020. 

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 22, 2017

Gensler's 2017 Design Forecast highlights importance of future-proofing

The architecture firm identified several trends that fall under the overriding themes of the experience-driven life, livable cities, everyday impact and responsive design.  

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 21, 2017

Fluor tops Fortune list of most-admired engineering, construction companies

The firm claimed the top spot for the sixth-consecutive year, with EMCOR, Jacobs Engineering, Peter Kiewit Sons' and AECOM following in the rankings.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 21, 2017