US rail projects take longer, cost more than those in Europe

High labor costs, change orders and other factors add millions of dollars to budgets and slow down timelines on U.S. projects, according to a new report.

By Sebastian Obando • Aug. 26, 2021

Infrastructure bill could expand opportunities for women

With minor revisions, the federal infrastructure package could help open the door to more women and other minorities in construction.

By Lauren Sugerman • Aug. 24, 2021

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I-95 bridge moved in 3 hours using remote-controlled tech

Instead of a month-long demolition, contractor Mammoet used transporters to pick up a bridge over the highway and move it in less than a day.

By Jeffrey Steele • Aug. 24, 2021

Report: US 36 collapse in Colorado due to waterlogged site, insufficient drainage

A report blamed the collapse of a retaining wall on shifting, waterlogged soil, which led to millions of dollars in damage to a major highway.

By Matthew Thibault • Aug. 24, 2021

Construction-focused nonprofit responds to Haiti earthquake

Co-founded by a former Shawmut CEO, Build Health International works in 26 countries to build structurally safe hospitals and healthcare facilities.

By Jennifer Goodman • Aug. 23, 2021

Public, private agencies focus on diversifying the infrastructure workforce

As infrastructure investment finally reaches the top of the national policy agenda, industry experts test ways to make America's infrastructure workforce more inclusive.

By Sebastian Obando • Aug. 17, 2021

10 airports gear up for increased travel with expansions, renovations

With more Americans vaccinated every day, travel is on the rise. Here are some of the biggest planned airport construction projects in the United States.

By Matthew Thibault • Aug. 17, 2021

Skanska JV to print concrete for major UK rail project

The joint venture will use "Printfrastructure" 3D printing technology to cut down on waste while also shaving costs for materials and logistics.

By Matthew Thibault • Aug. 17, 2021

Hope renewed for Chicago-St. Louis high-speed rail

A new Illinois commission could accelerate development of high-speed rail in the state, as U.S. passenger rail is poised to receive a $66 billion injection from the bipartisan infrastructure deal.

By Chris Teale • Aug. 16, 2021

Infrastructure bill contains $100M for construction technology

The Senate's $1.2 trillion package includes $20 million annually over five years to digitize construction processes.

By Matthew Thibault • Aug. 11, 2021

Indiana DOT, Purdue University developing wireless EV charging for highways

The aim is to create the first paved highway segment that contains contactless technology to charge electric vehicles as they drive over it.

By Katie Pyzyk • Aug. 10, 2021

Senate passes $1.2T infrastructure bill

Construction groups reacted to the passage yesterday of the bipartisan legislation that includes $550 billion in new federal spending.

By Zachary Phillips • Aug. 10, 2021

Pennsylvania contractor to pay $20.7M in wage theft case

Road and bridge contractor Glenn O. Hawbaker, which allegedly violated prevailing wage laws, will also face five years of probation.

By Zachary Phillips • Aug. 10, 2021

New initiative urges contractors to work with owners to reduce building emissions

The Associated General Contractors of America program focuses not only on contractors' own carbon footprint, but on pressing owners to specify more climate-friendly buildings from the outset. 

By Joe Bousquin • Aug. 5, 2021

Despite dodging tax hikes in infrastructure bill, contractors could still see higher rates

While U.S. corporations have avoided tax increases in the Senate's proposed plan, public and private contractors could still see rates go up.

By Joe Bousquin • Aug. 4, 2021

Lawmakers consider options for the Highway Trust Fund

Although the fund that finances most federal government spending for highways and mass transit is on the brink of insolvency, legislators have several options to help replenish it.

By Sebastian Obando • Aug. 3, 2021

Report: More than a third of US bridges are structurally deficient. It could take decades to fix them.

As the Senate advances a bipartisan infrastructure bill, bridges across the country continue to deteriorate. Here are three that exemplify the urgency.

By Zachary Phillips • Aug. 3, 2021

Skanska wins key ruling in Pensacola bridge case

A federal judge ruled the contractor was operating under maritime law, which shields it for now from being sued in state court for damage caused by its runaway barges during Hurricane Sally. 

By Joe Bousquin • Aug. 3, 2021

Granite posts revenue gain, awaits federal infrastructure funding

The California-based contractor is seeing a brisk bid environment while closely watching legislative negotiations on a national infrastructure package. 

By Joe Bousquin • Aug. 2, 2021

Who says you can't fight ransomware attacks?

Cybercriminals have their sights set on construction companies. It’s a growing peril you can stop now.

Aug. 2, 2021

Billions more needed to address climate infrastructure needs of US cities: report

Cities need at least $10.6 billion to fund more than 300 sustainable infrastructure projects, according to a survey of 97 U.S. cities. 

By Jason Plautz • July 30, 2021

Senate votes to advance bill with $550B for aging US infrastructure

Far smaller than Biden's American Jobs Plan, the bipartisan bill will next enter a phase of debates and amendments.

By Zachary Phillips • July 29, 2021

Contractors mitigate high prices, supply chain delays with lean construction tactics

Amid a brutal economic scenario, advancements in technology and lean construction are helping contractors stay efficient and profitable.

By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • July 26, 2021

Texas prepares to take bids for border wall construction

The state is seeking a project manager for Gov. Greg Abbott's proposed border wall project.

By Matthew Thibault • July 21, 2021

Economist: Construction industry resilient despite high prices, pandemic

“I find it remarkable that so much normalcy has returned to the construction industry,” said Associated Builders and Contractors' Anirban Basu.

By Matthew Thibault • July 19, 2021