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Deep Dive
How do you create 5 million apprenticeships? 3 practical considerations
While most employers may now be aware of apprenticeships, many still have questions about how to implement them and what they should look like.
By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 17, 2017 -
Builder confidence reaches 8-month high in November
Though supply-side challenges continue to hamper builders, confidence in the market is expected to hold through the remainder of the year.
By Mary Tyler March • Nov. 17, 2017 -
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Chicago crews erect 60th crane this year
The number of cranes is directly related to Chicago's high-rise building boom, and the total is expected to increase with more residential projects underway.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 16, 2017 -
Infrastructure, utility construction expected to drive 2018 starts
ConstructConnect's Q3 forecast slates 2018 starts to increase 4.8%, with growth in the residential, nonresidential and heavy/civil engineering sectors.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 15, 2017 -
Architecture billings rebound in October
Slight increases in the report's new project inquiries and new design contracts readings point to robust activity in the coming months.
By Mary Tyler March • Nov. 15, 2017 -
Labor Secretary Acosta talks deregulation, 'unleashing jobs'
Acosta confirmed the U.S. Department of Labor's intent to deregulate in favor of "unleashing jobs" and to repeal rulemaking that "impinges on liberty."
By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 9, 2017 -
Automation could wipe out 600K UK construction jobs by 2040
To prepare for the "Fourth Industrial Revolution," one group recommends expediting the use of tech in training to account for new industry needs.
By Mary Tyler March • Nov. 8, 2017 -
Deep Dive
One year after Trump's election, where are we now?
Before the final votes were tallied, it was clear a new president would have a notable implications for construction. Here's what those look like, one year later.
By Mary Tyler March • Nov. 8, 2017 -
Dodge: Projects ready to come online will support 2018 growth
Twenty $100 million-plus projects entered the planning stage in October — twice the number reported in September.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 8, 2017 -
Texas unveils $61B plan to rebuild following Harvey
Three "coastal spines" to control flooding, new reservoirs and buying out properties are some of the key elements to the rebuilding plan.
By Laurie Cowin • Nov. 7, 2017 -
US affirms final tariffs on Canadian softwood lumber
In a victory for American mills, the U.S. International Trade Commission ruled that Canadian imports hurt the U.S. lumber industry.
By Mary Tyler March • Nov. 6, 2017 -
Construction adds 11,000 jobs to October payrolls
The month's ebb in employment points to a growing cause for concern in the industry's lagging ability to recruit qualified workers.
By Mary Tyler March • Nov. 3, 2017 -
Construction spending ticks up in September
Despite the overall increase in construction spending, the figure has seen steady declines for much of the past year.
By Laurie Cowin • Nov. 2, 2017 -
New York City construction spending to hit $150B by 2019
Total investment is expected to reach $45.3 billion by the end of this year, the second-highest value in the city's history.
By Kim Slowey • Nov. 1, 2017 -
ABC: Q3 growth in GDP is helping maintain construction industry pace
The increase in nonresidential fixed investment reflected greater investment in equipment and intellectual property, rather than in structures.
By Kim Slowey • Oct. 30, 2017 -
Report: International sustainable materials market to reach $187B by 2026
The increased use of green materials is being driven by trades such as insulation, roofing, framing, exterior siding and interior finishes across most sectors.
By Kim Slowey • Oct. 25, 2017 -
Construction jobs increase in 35 states, Washington
Associated General Contractors of America officials said the numbers would have been higher in many parts of the U.S. if more qualified workers were available.
By Laurie Cowin • Oct. 23, 2017 -
Dodge: September construction starts jump 14%
The nonresidential sector, which spiked 37% month over month, was the primary driver behind the rebound.
By Kim Slowey • Oct. 20, 2017 -
ABC: Q2 construction backlog falls 4.1%
The organization called the backlog indicator's slight drop in the second quarter "a return to Earth" from Q1's first-ever growth across all categories.
By Kim Slowey • Oct. 20, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Amazon's time has come: what you need to know about the HQ2 bids
We take a look at our latest coverage on the search for Amazon's second North American headquarters.
By Mary Tyler March • Oct. 18, 2017 -
Architecture billings change course in September
Last month marks the first time since January that demand for design services has dipped below positive levels.
By Mary Tyler March • Oct. 18, 2017 -
Builder confidence sees highest level since May
October's score suggests home builders are recovering from the preliminary aftershocks following Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, though they will still face the long-term repercussions of the storms.
By Laurie Cowin • Oct. 17, 2017 -
US hotel construction up nearly 6% year over year
Despite overall growth, hotel construction saw decreases in half of the busiest markets, including those touched by Hurricane Harvey.
By Kim Slowey • Oct. 17, 2017 -
Construction material prices continue to climb in September
Material prices rose at three times the rate of inflation on a year-over-year basis as strong construction activity drives demand.
By Kim Slowey • Oct. 13, 2017 -
Report: US commercial real estate to grow through 2019
There is little chance of a surge in growth, but the market could be in store for its longest period of expansion yet, according to the Urban Land Institute.
By Kim Slowey • Oct. 12, 2017
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