Construction industry groups ramp up infrastructure lobbying efforts

A jam-packed Trump agenda has industry players concerned that his $1 trillion infrastructure initiative will get lost in the shuffle.

By Kim Slowey • March 2, 2017

VA taps P3 project structure for $460M highway

Virginia officials hope Transurban's participation will expedite the project, which aims to ease traffic congestion in the DC commuting area.

By Kim Slowey • March 2, 2017

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

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ConstructConnect: January nonresidential starts slump 9%

The monthly decline was the result of severe winter weather, but it still fell in line with the typical December-to-January dip.

By Kim Slowey • March 2, 2017

More than a pipe dream: Inside the complex process of pipeline construction

Companies in the highly regulated sector face challenges beyond environmental concerns, as a lack of skilled labor threatens to impact future projects.

By Kim Slowey • March 2, 2017

A virtual 3-D model of Singapore shows one future for data-driven cities

Data on transit, public health, weather, buildings and more are coming together to offer a real-time view of the city-state in action.

By Chris Wood • March 1, 2017

Construction spending falls for second-straight month

The public sector's 9% drop weighed down overall spending figures in January, as residential saw 0.5% growth and nonresidential was unchanged.

By Mary Tyler March • March 1, 2017

Miami Worldcenter issues private bonds to fund $74M in infrastructure upgrades

When construction is complete in late 2018, the $1.7 billion complex will include retail space, an apartment building, a hotel and a high-rise condominium.  

By Kim Slowey • March 1, 2017

Mexico border wall construction draws interest of nearly 200 companies

Only a few days have passed since U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced it would start taking bids for the project later this month.

By Kim Slowey • March 1, 2017

Trump's address to Congress highlights infrastructure — but offers few details

Although the president didn't lay out a timeline for the $1 trillion program, the construction industry continues to be optimistic about a coming boom in business.

By Emily Peiffer • March 1, 2017

Trump's Waters of the US executive order kick-starts review, revision process

The action urges the Environmental Protection Agency and the Army Corps of Engineers to repeal or revise the legislation, which clarifies what smaller waterways and wetlands feed larger bodies of water and thus should be protected.

By Hallie Busta • Feb. 28, 2017

LAX breaks ground on $1.6B concourse

The new Midfield Satellite Concourse, expected to open in 2019, is part of a larger overhaul of the Los Angeles International Airport.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 28, 2017

US officials to issue first Mexico border wall contracts in April

Construction companies have less than a week to turn in their initial concept designs for the project, despite the lack of details for its cost, location and funding.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 27, 2017

TX lawmakers move to block high-speed rail project

At the heart of Republican opposition is concern regarding Texas Central Partners' ability to acquire land through eminent domain.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 27, 2017

This week in construction

We're digging into the mechanics of pipeline construction, the impact of the Trump administration's immigration plan and the last of this month's construction data.

By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • Feb. 27, 2017

Trump could delay $1 trillion infrastructure plan until 2018

As news of the potential postponement spread, construction-related stocks that saw a post-election boost started to fall.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 24, 2017

NAHB: Townhouse construction continues to rise across US

Builders are responding to demand among price-sensitive first-time buyers by putting up properties with smaller footprints in walkable communities.

By Sean Barry • Feb. 24, 2017

Governors Island Trust sues Turner, subcontractor for $5M over shoddy work claims

Island officials maintain that Ocean Coastal Consultants Engineering cost them hundreds of thousands of dollars in repairs.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 23, 2017

Full steam ahead: Why transit hub development is seeing a resurgence

This wave of construction across the U.S. aims to spur growth in surrounding communities and convert stations into destinations themselves. 

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 23, 2017

DC DOT launches traffic and transportation data website

A new congestion analytics platform could help prioritize road and infrastructure investment in the nation's capital.

By Chris Wood • Feb. 22, 2017

Keeping the planes running on time: How construction tech cuts delays during airport upgrades

Drone flights, laser scanning and digital project documentation are being used to keep major projects on schedule and minimize disruption to airport operations.

By Chris Wood • Feb. 22, 2017

Kansas City, MO launches public dashboard for smart city initiative

Cisco and Sprint spent $15.7 million for a sensor array along the city’s 2.2-mile smart district designed to provide insights into next-generation infrastructure opportunities.  

By Chris Wood • Feb. 22, 2017

MN lawmakers attempt to divert FTA funding from controversial light rail project

After Minnesota Republicans refused to fund the $1.9 billion project last year, local agencies came up with the money themselves — a move that angered opponents.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 22, 2017

Charlotte, NC considering $6B light rail extension

City officials are still unsure whether the project would see strong ridership in the suburbs.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 22, 2017

Fluor tops Fortune list of most-admired engineering, construction companies

The firm claimed the top spot for the sixth-consecutive year, with EMCOR, Jacobs Engineering, Peter Kiewit Sons' and AECOM following in the rankings.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 21, 2017

Bechtel wins contract to oversee Saudi Arabia construction program

The company has maintained a strong presence in the country for over 70 years.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 21, 2017