Q&A: From journalism to the job site, one homebuilding leader shares her story

Pierrette Tierney-Magleby swapped a budding media career for an opportunity in the construction industry and rapidly climbed the ranks at one of the country’s largest builders. 

By Hallie Busta • Jan. 17, 2017

Veterans housing project is the latest addition to DC's hot NoMA neighborhood

The building hosts 60 one-bedroom units for homeless veterans and 64 additional affordable and low-income units.

By Sean Barry • Jan. 17, 2017

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Top 5 stories from Construction Dive

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

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KB Home sees deliveries increase in Q4, 2016 as prices edge higher

Meanwhile, margins tightened during the fourth quarter amid rising labor costs.

By Sean Barry • Jan. 13, 2017

$290M Chinese investment revives plans for $1B Gehry-designed Los Angeles complex

The funding boost should allow construction on the stalled project to begin next year, according to developer Related Cos.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 13, 2017

Tesla building world's largest rooftop solar farm on $5B NV gigafactory

The company's 70-megawatt solar array is crucial to its goal of reaching net-zero-energy status for the facility.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 13, 2017

Seattle issues request for proposals for KeyArena redevelopment

The city, which has been eager to lure a professional sports team to relocate there, emphasized that the renovated venue could host an NBA or NHL team.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 13, 2017

GSA gauges contractor interest in $142M Eisenhower Memorial

The General Services Administration is considering smaller contractors to help keep project costs down. 

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 13, 2017

Chargers ditching San Diego to share new Los Angeles Rams NFL stadium

The team's decision to relocate to the $2.6 billion Rams' venue currently under construction makes the Oakland Raiders' move to Las Vegas even more likely.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 13, 2017

The Force awakens in Los Angeles: George Lucas settles on final site for $1.5B museum

The final decision came after a long battle with environmental groups scuttled the filmmaker's plans to build the museum in Chicago.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 12, 2017

Construction underway on NYC's largest modular hotel

The 210 pods containing hotel components were prefabricated in Poland and then shipped to the U.S.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 11, 2017

WSJ: Related Cos. has spent $1.4M in lobbying efforts to keep EB-5 investment program

The controversial program gives foreign investors an edge in obtaining a green card in exchange for a significant investment in U.S. development.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 11, 2017

TX developers near construction on $1B Bayside mixed-use complex

The 262-acre project will be the first in Texas to include an 8-acre Crystal Lagoon water feature with an additional 2 acres of artificial beach recreation areas.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 11, 2017

Entry-level builder LGI sets monthly, quarterly closings record

The company predicted that it will close 4,700 homes this year if economic conditions and mortgage availability continue in a similar pattern.

By Sean Barry • Jan. 10, 2017

Blackstone Group reveals IPO plans for Invitation Homes

The company's move to push ahead with an IPO comes as the home rental market is showing no sign of easing.

By Sean Barry • Jan. 10, 2017

Turner named construction manager for $480M NY hospital

Despite uncertainty in the healthcare space, hospital construction is expected to rise this year.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 10, 2017

Atlanta Falcons' $1.5B Mercedes-Benz stadium set for July 30 debut

The project faced delays and high change order costs related to the intricacies of the venue's retractable roof.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 9, 2017

Texas Rangers tap HKS to design $1B ballpark

The architecture firm has extensive experience in the sports world, including Miller Park in Milwaukee and the Rangers' current home, Globe Life Park.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 6, 2017

Contractors on Trump's DC hotel file $3M in liens for unpaid work

One of the companies said it filed a lien to protect its interests after hearing public calls for the president-elect to divest the property.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 6, 2017

Tishman Speyer secures $194M loan for NYC Macy's redevelopment

The developer will need more than $490 million to convert the five stories above the Brooklyn department store into Class A office space.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 4, 2017

5 New Year's resolutions for construction pros in 2017

Contractors can be more productive and hone their business skills by striving to accomplish these goals in the coming year.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 4, 2017

Related files plans for Hudson Yards high-rise office tower

The 50 Hudson Yards building is expected to deliver 58 stories of office and retail space to the massive Manhattan mixed-use development.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 4, 2017

Developers moving forward with Los Angeles hotel high-rise complex

If approved by the city, the project would bring more than 1,000 hotel rooms to the entertainment and convention center district.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 4, 2017

Clark Construction accelerating work on delayed $600M Miami Beach Convention Center

Despite permitting and design setbacks, the contractor is scheduled to have the venue ready in time for the annual Art Basel event in December.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 3, 2017

$524M Milwaukee Bucks arena hits construction milestone with first concrete pour

General contractor Mortenson expects to complete the venue in time for the 2018-2019 NBA season.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 3, 2017

10 construction industry trends to watch in 2017

From new technologies to collaborative project delivery methods, experts say these trends will shape the industry in the coming year.

By Emily Peiffer • Jan. 3, 2017