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The top 12 drivers of construction disputes and how to avoid them
A new HKA study shows design issues have eclipsed scope changes as the top cause of claims in the U.S.
By Julie Strupp • Nov. 30, 2021 -
Construction firms search for legal loopholes to federal contractor vaccine mandate
Some companies may explore spinning off separate LLCs, but the chances of success are low, according to guidance from attorneys and the government.
By Leslie Shaver • Nov. 23, 2021 -
Construction groups encourage vaccines as they decry OSHA mandate
Three organizations have shared strong words about the directive, which they say will not effectively encourage workers to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
By Zachary Phillips • Nov. 18, 2021 -
5 graphs that illustrate construction's challenging year
Elevated materials costs, labor woes, inflation and more made for a difficult 12 months for contractors, but there are positive signals too.
By Julie Strupp • Nov. 18, 2021 -
Court stays ETS employer vaccine mandate
The 5th Circuit ordered the stay due to "grave statutory and constitutional issues with the mandate."
By Kathryn Moody • Updated Nov. 8, 2021 -
Construction spending falls in NYC, but outlook is positive
Total construction spending in the Big Apple remains down from pre-pandemic levels, but is expected to rebound in the next few years.
By Sebastian Obando • Nov. 5, 2021 -
Deep Dive
Food, beverage manufacturers hungry for new plant construction
Major brands like PepsiCo and Nestle plan to translate increasing sales during the COVID-19 pandemic into expansions.
By Megan Poinski • Nov. 2, 2021 -
Granite posts flat revenue amid competitive bidding environment
The California-based contractor said issues such as high material costs, uncertainty over public funding and labor shortages are creating a dim outlook.
By Joe Bousquin • Oct. 29, 2021 -
Deep Dive
Construction's career crisis: Recruiters target young workers driving the Great Resignation
An increasing number of job seekers are open to something new. The trouble is, few are likely to set their sights on construction.
By Ryan Golden • Oct. 25, 2021 -
HITT hands out COVID-19 bonuses of up to $10,000
The company said that the checks were gestures of appreciation for its employees, who worked in-person throughout the pandemic.
By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 21, 2021 -
How should Texas contractors navigate clashing COVID-19 vaccine orders?
Gov. Greg Abbott has limited vaccine mandates, while President Joe Biden issued an order requiring them. What now?
By Emilie Shumway • Oct. 21, 2021 -
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After years of 'Made in China,' suppliers look to alternatives
The risks of single sourcing from China have been brewing for years, but they bubbled up even more during the COVID-19 pandemic.
By Shefali Kapadia • Oct. 19, 2021 -
Deep Dive
Pricing insanity: Material costs escalate, driving contractor desperation
Amid unprecedented supply chain challenges, firms locked into contracts based on last year's prices are feeling the heat.
By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • Oct. 18, 2021 -
Steel, roofing materials shortage hamstrings construction
Rising costs, tight supplies and monthslong lead times have pushed companies to delay projects or find substitutes.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Oct. 12, 2021 -
Biden touts vaccine mandate at Clayco jobsite visit
The president visited the suburban Chicago data center project to highlight the importance of vaccinated workers in construction and other industries.
By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 11, 2021 -
Opinion
Addressing the skilled labor shortage in 4 steps
It's critical to spread the word that the trades are a smart and viable career option, writes the vice president of a Massachusetts electrical company.
By Luiza Mills • Oct. 7, 2021 -
Alabama to use COVID-19 relief to help construct $1.3B worth of prisons
Gov. Kay Ivey has received sharp criticism for her use of American Rescue Plan funds, including an appeal to the Treasury Department to halt the move.
By Matthew Thibault • Oct. 6, 2021 -
Judge dismisses contractors' lawsuit over Denver vaccine mandates
The Colorado Contractors Association and six other construction groups have 30 days to amend their complaint or the dismissal will be permanent.
By Joe Bousquin , Matthew Thibault • Updated Feb. 7, 2022 -
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Construction's top stories by the numbers
From top commercial contractors to tax-saving strategies and the priciest sports venues of all time, here is a roundup of nine of Construction Dive's most-read stories this year.
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These 8 new laws will impact construction in Texas
The legislation reduces contractors' liability in certain cases and simplifies some statutes, among other changes.
By Julie Strupp • Sept. 30, 2021 -
Federal contractors, subs to be vaccinated by Dec. 8
A construction industry trade group said that although COVID-19 vaccinations are important for the workforce, the new regulations will hamper already overburdened firms.
By Jennifer Goodman • Sept. 27, 2021 -
Study: Contractors embrace hybrid work
In a survey, 80% of construction companies said that they are just as productive or more productive when employees work remotely.
By Jennifer Goodman • Sept. 24, 2021 -
Australian government shuts down Melbourne construction sites amid protests over vaccine mandates
Following violent demonstrations this week, officials in the state of Victoria closed jobsites for at least two weeks.
By Jennifer Goodman • Sept. 22, 2021 -
Opinion
Is Biden's vaccine mandate legal? It doesn't matter.
The administration has decided the economic and public health benefits of a requirement are worth the risk of a judicial defeat later, according to a human resources journalist.
By Kate Tornone • Sept. 15, 2021 -
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Construction leaders look to technology, adaptability and comforts of home in the era of hybrid work
As we enter an era of hybrid work where employees collaborate both in-office and from remote locations, the demand for technology will only grow.
Sept. 13, 2021