This week in construction

We're looking at how contractors should prepare for a potential budget impasse, what President Donald Trump's infrastructure executive order means, and more.

By Construction Dive staff • Sept. 4, 2017

Chao: Private investment will give states priority access to federal dollars

In a meeting with city and state officials this week, the transportation secretary shared more details on the administration's expected infrastructure spending plan.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 1, 2017

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Top 5 stories from Construction Dive

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

By Construction Dive staff

OR Gov. Brown signs $5.3B infrastructure spending bill

The measure will raise the state gas tax and add a tax on vehicle and bicycle sales, with the majority of funds going toward improving transit in Portland.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 1, 2017

OSHA proposes delay of crane operator rule to November 2018

The second extension since 2014 intends to give the industry and government officials more time to review the regulation.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 1, 2017

4 companies picked to build border wall prototypes

The winners were selected from more than 200 firms that submitted bids to build the 2,000-mile-long barrier between the U.S. and Mexico.

By Hallie Busta • Aug. 31, 2017

The final nail in the coffin? Overtime rule is 'invalid,' court says

A federal judge has determined that the Labor Department didn't have the authority to increase the overtime salary threshold so drastically.

By Kate Tornone • Aug. 31, 2017

ARTBA: Purple Line legal troubles could hurt future P3s

The transportation association said the lower court judge who halted the light-rail's progress used a "rogue application" of environmental law.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 31, 2017

FHWA gives TX $25M in emergency funds for Hurricane Harvey repairs

More funding is likely, with roads and bridges in the state showing signs of failure after massive flooding caused by this week's storm.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 31, 2017

CH2M loses $57M management deal for $2B Boston Green Line

The contractor was disqualified because its new parent, Jacobs Engineering, is bidding to build the light-rail extension.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 31, 2017

Advocates push feds to speed up autonomous vehicle legislation

The road to widespread adoption of connected and autonomous vehicle technology could be smoothed with a consistent set of federal rules.

By Hallie Busta • Aug. 30, 2017

AGC: 70% of contractors are having trouble finding skilled labor

Companies are adding overtime, increasing reliance on subcontractors and employing new technology to reduce the load.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 30, 2017

CA wants to boost individual municipal bond investment

The state is joining others using the website Neighborly to encourage residents to support local infrastructure.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 30, 2017

AL eyes private sector for $850M Mobile bridge

In addition to a public-private partnership, state transportation officials are considering tolling, federal grants and gas taxes to finance the six-lane bridge.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 30, 2017

HI lawmakers look to fill $3B shortfall on $9.5B rail project

Without a new financing measure, the state might have to return an $800 million federal grant and may not receive additional funds promised.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 29, 2017

OSHA fines SD contractor $95K in trench collapse

Unlike many trench collapses, workers were able to clear enough debris to allow the victim to breath as rescue crews extricated him.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 29, 2017

White House to meet with state and local transit officials

Attendees will discuss ways to finance President Donald Trump's proposed $1 trillion infrastructure spend.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 29, 2017

5 elements of a successful P3

All public-private partnerships are different, but a few factors achievable early on make some more likely to succeed.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 29, 2017

MD breaks ground on Purple Line light-rail project

The move comes just days after the project scored a $900 million federal full funding agreement.

By Mary Tyler March • Aug. 28, 2017

Elon Musk's Boring Company gets the OK to tunnel under Los Angeles suburb

The 12.5-foot-wide tunnel is intended to test a system of electric sleds that can move vehicles at speeds of up to 125 mph.     

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 28, 2017

Seattle light-rail project $500M over budget, behind schedule

The price tag for the extension to Lynnwood, WA, has grown to $2.9 billion due to rising real estate prices and increased construction costs.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 28, 2017

This week in construction

We're looking at what makes a successful P3, designing for security, trends in skygardens, and more.

By Construction Dive staff • Aug. 28, 2017

Trump halts plan for local public works hiring initiative

The skilled-labor shortage continues to challenge the construction industry’s ability to find enough workers.

By Hallie Busta • Aug. 25, 2017

FAA awards grants for airport infrastructure improvements across 29 states

The Federal Aviation Administration has announced $2.3 billion in funding so far this year for modest improvements to airports across the country.

By Hallie Busta • Aug. 25, 2017

Kiewit–Meridiam consortium tapped for $1.2B Denver I-70 P3

The team said it could reduce the five-year construction schedule by up to six months, though legal challenges concerning environmental impact remain.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 25, 2017

Vote delayed on NYC safety bill

The move intends to give stakeholders more time to reach an agreement on key elements, including a controversial apprenticeship mandate.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 25, 2017