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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 -
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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 -
Dodge Momentum Index falls again in September
The institutional and commercial construction activity tracked by the index is expected to rebound despite the current negative streak.
By Kim Slowey • Oct. 9, 2017 -
Construction adds 8K jobs in September
Industry and overall employment for the month dropped off sharply, likely in response to damage from Hurricanes Irma and Harvey.
By Mary Tyler March • Oct. 6, 2017 -
Construction spending inches up in August
Spending could get a significant boost in the coming months as hurricane-related rebuilding gets underway in the South.
By Mary Tyler March • Oct. 2, 2017 -
Study: Demand for construction trades will continue to climb
The employment future looks bright for construction trades through 2030 — but less so for their bosses.
By Kim Slowey • Sept. 29, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Are P3s 'more trouble than they're worth'?
We recap our latest coverage of the method in light of the president's recent comments calling into question his stance on using private funds for public works.
By Mary Tyler March • Sept. 28, 2017 -
Billionaire Dan Gilbert pledges 24K jobs for $2.1B in Detroit projects
Of those temporary and permanent positions, 15,000 would be in construction for the four downtown developments in question.
By Kim Slowey • Sept. 22, 2017 -
Dodge: Construction starts fall 2% in August
Institutional projects like New York City's massive Moynihan Train Hall conversion led nonresidential building to a 14% month-over-month increase in value.
By Kim Slowey • Sept. 22, 2017 -
Office construction boom continues across the US
Almost 48 million square feet of new U.S. office space is scheduled for delivery before the end of the year, according to a report from Commercial Café.
By Kim Slowey • Sept. 22, 2017 -
Volvo doubles investment in SC plant to $1B
Company representatives did not give a reason for the increase but said the plant will hire an additional 1,900 employees as a result.
By Kim Slowey • Sept. 21, 2017 -
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America's continued construction labor crisis
The recent hurricanes, the Great Recession and expected infrastructure legislation have put the construction industry in an alarming situation.
By Bob Woods (CEO/President, Go Build) • Sept. 20, 2017 -
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Architecture billings rise for seventh-straight month in August
The continued, steady demand for design services is a positive sign for future construction spending.
By Mary Tyler March • Sept. 20, 2017 -
Report: Industry optimistic about commercial prospects
Concerns about the availability of skilled workers have dampened enthusiasm somewhat and could worsen in response to the need for rebuilding in the South.
By Kim Slowey • Sept. 20, 2017 -
ConstructConnect: August nonresidential starts down 9.8%
The above-average loss was driven by reduced activity in the commercial and institutional categories.
By Kim Slowey • Sept. 19, 2017
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