$1.4B MGM National Harbor casino ups the ante for local hiring, development

The project has proven to be a boon for real estate values as well as for local workers and contractors in Prince George’s County, MD.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 12, 2016

Construction begins on first apartments at $1.5B Frisco Station

Nearly 2,400 residential units are planned for the Frisco, TX, project.

By Sean Barry • Dec. 9, 2016

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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

Tesla disputes claims of hiring goal troubles at $5B NV gigafactory

The company said that even though construction on the battery plant started later than expected, it has met state investment and job creation requirements.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 9, 2016

Gensler, Power Home Remodeling recognized on Glassdoor list of best places to work

The two companies were the only AEC firms included in the ranking.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 9, 2016

Minnesota United set to break ground on $150M soccer stadium

Mortenson will lead construction on the 22,000-seat stadium, which will be privately funded by the team’s ownership.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 8, 2016

Toll Brothers to target millennial homebuyers with T|Select line

The entry-level offering will feature a low price point and minimal upgrades.

By Sean Barry • Dec. 8, 2016

Skanska, Balfour Beatty, BAM among first companies to achieve new UK BIM benchmark

The British Standards Institution Kitemark certification recognizes achievement in BIM delivery.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 8, 2016

The 2016 construction holiday gift guide

From practical gear to low-tech wearables, these ideas are sure to make the day of any construction pro on your list.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 8, 2016

5 ideas to refresh year-end corporate gifting

These gifts cover a range of business relationships, budgets and styles.

By Hallie Busta • Dec. 7, 2016

4 development giants vying to build new Labor Dept. headquarters

The Department of Labor is considering three potential Washington sites for a 1 million-square-foot building.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 6, 2016

Construction alliance launches suicide prevention initiative with 15 industry groups

Construction has the second-highest suicide rate of any industry, and associations like the CFMA, AGC and ABC are taking action.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 6, 2016

Facebook to double its Seattle office empire with 2 new buildings

The properties from Vulcan Real Estate are under construction and are scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2018.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 6, 2016

GSA searching for construction firm to manage $2B FBI headquarters project

In its pre-solicitation notice, the General Services Administration said bidders need a strong history in Washington as well as security clearance.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 5, 2016

Lucid Motors to build $700M electric car plant in AZ

Tesla had previously considered the Casa Grande, AZ, site for its $5 billion gigafactory before choosing Nevada.  

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 2, 2016

Skanska USA scores $142M University of Virginia hospital contract

The company has secured several hospital contracts this year, as healthcare construction is expected to continue growing in 2017.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 2, 2016

Commercial real estate tech startups to merge into $300M company

The new firm, combining VTS and Hightower, will manage approximately 5.5 billion square feet of commercial space in the U.S. and U.K.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 1, 2016

Alliance Residential Co. brings 2,200 housing units to Houston

Developers are looking to Texas, where demand for residential inventory is strong.

By Sean Barry • Nov. 30, 2016

Atlanta Hawks award Turner-led JV $193M Philips Arena renovation

Construction will begin next year and is expected to be complete in time for the 2018-2019 NBA season. 

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 29, 2016

The 2016 Dive Awards for the construction industry

From sustainability leaders to disruptive tech, take a look back at our list of the top 10 companies, people and trends that defined the industry last year.

By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • Nov. 29, 2016

5 things the next generation of construction leaders wants you to know

We've collected insights from our interviews with 10 young professionals over the last few weeks.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 28, 2016

Bechtel, AECOM pay $125M to settle claims of subpar work at WA nuclear site

Despite settling, the two companies deny allegations that they used substandard materials and made false statements to the government.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 28, 2016

US appeals court revives Tutor Perini lawsuit against Bank of America

The construction company alleges the bank knew in 2007 that the market for the auction-rate securities was on the verge of collapse.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 23, 2016

The Future of the Field: How mentoring can boost an industry 'ripe for innovation'

Eliza Horstman, 32, a project manager with Lendlease, shares how her mentors encouraged her to gain experience in all aspects of the business.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 22, 2016

Construction safety startup completes testing at NY SolarCity site

The Heads Up Display signaling system went through beta testing for 10 months and is now ready to hit the market.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 22, 2016

In the beginning: A first look at DC's Museum of the Bible

The project team offered a sneak peek into the 430,000-square-foot building one year ahead of its official opening.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 22, 2016