New York City inches toward drones for building inspections

Drones have been gaining traction in industrial fields for some time, and offer a usable solution to inspecting buildings high off the ground.

By Matthew Thibault • Dec. 8, 2021

How firms are preparing for an influx of civil spending

Contractors are tracking IIJA funds as they begin to flow to agencies, but experts caution it's still too early to count on new infrastructure work.

By Sebastian Obando • Dec. 8, 2021

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Analysis: Charting backlog's ups and downs during the pandemic

The pipeline of work at most construction firms took a major hit from COVID-19, but is on the upswing again just as the omicron variant emerges.

By Joe Bousquin • Dec. 8, 2021

Infrastructure act will pump $3B into nation's ailing dams

While not sufficient to cover all needed repairs and upgrades, the new legislation marks a massive investment into hydropower and dam safety.

By Julie Strupp • Dec. 7, 2021

First bucket of infrastructure act funds heads to states for water, lead pipe remediation

The investment is the federal government's most significant effort to address the country's lead pipes, though it's likely not enough to replace all of them.

By Julie Strupp • Dec. 7, 2021

Infrastructure drives new opportunities, risks for construction, report finds

The international construction market is set for a sustained period of growth, with modular building and renewable energy projects taking on a major role, according to global insurance firm Allianz.

By Sebastian Obando • Dec. 6, 2021

Modular construction – forging a new path in rapid construction

Accelerate the construction process (up to 50% faster) with modular offsite construction.

Dec. 6, 2021

Wittpenn Bridge project in New Jersey advances with modern deck technique

The bridge will serve an estimated 50,000 vehicles per day and will replace the previous span, which was over 90 years old and obsolete.

By Matthew Thibault • Nov. 30, 2021

Chicago O'Hare people mover reopens after 6 years of disputes, delays

Parsons Corp. is managing the driverless transit system project, which is slated to resume full service in early 2022.

By George Kevin Jordan • Nov. 30, 2021

When will contractors see a boost of infrastructure dollars?

Federal money for civil projects could start to arrive early next year, but it's unclear when it will translate into earnings for construction companies.

By Leslie Shaver • Nov. 29, 2021

Jacobs CEO identifies 3 'multi-decade investment opportunities'

The Dallas-based firm also reported last week that its backlog increased 12% year over year, while revenue grew 1.9%.

By Leslie Shaver • Nov. 29, 2021

Report: $61B lost per year due to waste, inefficiency in 811 utility system

A new study found that while problems with the country's "call before you dig" system are large, they can be mitigated.

By Matthew Thibault • Nov. 24, 2021

Federal contractor minimum wage to rise to $15 an hour

The legislation's effect on the construction industry will likely be minimal, as most firms that work with the federal government already pay a higher wage.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 23, 2021

Congressional subcommittee looks into why $66B of infrastructure funds won't target minority contractors

The Federal Railroad Administration, unlike DOT, doesn't have an established program to award contracts to Disadvantaged Business Enterprises.

By Joe Bousquin • Nov. 23, 2021

Chen Moore expands into electrical engineering with Fred Wilson acquisition

The Fort Lauderdale, Florida-based civil engineering firm has diversified its services and gained a foothold in the Jacksonville market.

By Mary Salmonsen • Nov. 23, 2021

The public contractors poised to benefit most from infrastructure funding

Stock market analysts point to the engineering and construction companies they are most bullish on, including Jacobs, AECOM and Tetra Tech.

By Leslie Shaver • Nov. 22, 2021

Infrastructure act likely to spur higher construction wages

An influx of civil spending will bring skyrocketing demand for a shrinking labor pool, industry experts told Construction Dive.

By Zachary Phillips • Nov. 18, 2021

Construction techies laud $100M in infrastructure act, push for more

While industry experts praised the construction technology funding included in the infrastructure package, some are asking whether even more money should have been allocated for this booming segment.

By Sebastian Obando • Nov. 17, 2021

Traffic is Boring: Tracking Elon Musk's tunneling proposals

Some projects for The Boring Co. have gotten off — or rather under — the ground, as others peter out. Here's where the ambitious plans stand today.

By Zachary Phillips • Nov. 17, 2021

I-35 overhaul in Austin advances, but some activists balk

While Texas hopes to expand the notoriously congested and dangerous highway, some residents and business owners want a different solution.

By George Kevin Jordan • Nov. 16, 2021

Biden signs long-awaited $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill

The legislation includes $110 billion for roads and bridges and $66 billion for passenger and freight rail.

By S.L. Fuller • Updated Nov. 15, 2021

Federal, state partnership aims to expedite port, infrastructure projects in California

Projects that could receive support through the agreement include port upgrades, expanded capacity for freight rail and inland storage facilities.

By Max Garland • Nov. 16, 2021

Energy-efficient infrastructure projects hold a key opportunity for contractors

For builders that incorporate sustainable systems into their projects, the $1.80-per-square-foot 179D tax deduction can quickly climb to millions of dollars.

By Dean Zerbe • Nov. 16, 2021

How cities will benefit from Amtrak's $117B Northeast Corridor revamp

The 15-year upgrade of the Washington, D.C.-New York-Boston route will increase capacity and add new stations and transit-oriented development along the way.

By Dan Zukowski • Nov. 15, 2021

New contractors selected to finish, operate Maryland Purple Line project

The U.S. divisions of Spain-based Dragados and OHL are expected to resume construction on the long-delayed light rail line in the Washington, D.C., suburbs this spring.

By Julie Strupp • Nov. 9, 2021