What to know about final Build America, Buy America guidelines

The White House has clarified rules around which construction materials for federal infrastructure projects must be produced in the U.S.

By Julie Strupp • Aug. 17, 2023

SEC cyber rule opens can of worms over insurance coverage

Required disclosures could prompt more lawsuits as plaintiffs leverage what companies file with the agency, driving an increase in insurance exclusions, industry experts say.   

By Robert Freedman • Aug. 16, 2023

Manufacturing megaprojects gobble up workers

From Taylor, Texas, to Licking County, Ohio, multibillion-dollar factory projects are magnifying labor woes and driving up costs.

By Sebastian Obando • Aug. 14, 2023

Labor Department to host compliance seminars for Davis-Bacon rule change

The agency’s updated prevailing wage regulation takes effect Oct. 23.

By Zachary Phillips • Aug. 14, 2023

Readers Respond: IIJA is boosting business for many contractors

Construction Dive readers said they’re benefiting from the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, but a lack of skilled labor and clarity around Build America, Buy America requirements is holding them back.

By Julie Strupp • Aug. 11, 2023

Contractor pays $1.6M following Labor Department lawsuit

R&R Construction Maintenance of North Carolina misclassified employees as independent contractors, the agency said.

By Caroline Colvin • Aug. 10, 2023

Boston Green Line Extension builders sue STV for $35M

Fluor, The Middlesex Corp., Herzog and Balfour Beatty filed suit against the engineering firm for its designs on the $2.3 billion MBTA light rail project.

By Julie Strupp • Aug. 8, 2023

SEC votes to overhaul disclosure rules for material cyber events

After a fierce debate, the agency voted to require companies to come clean on material breaches and attacks within four business days of determination.

By David Jones • Aug. 2, 2023

Biden takes steps to protect workers from extreme heat

The Labor Department will inform employers of necessary safety practices and increase inspections in particularly vulnerable industries, such as construction.

By Ginger Christ • July 31, 2023

Readers Respond: OSHA’s new recordkeeping rule seen as business as usual

Respondents to a recent Construction Dive survey had mixed feelings about the rule’s content.

By Matthew Thibault • July 28, 2023

How Skanska’s drone program evolved from novelty to must-have tech

The U.S. arm of the Sweden-based contractor was an early adopter of UAVs and has navigated the challenges and benefits of deploying the tools on site. 

By Matthew Thibault • July 26, 2023

The Dotted Line: How contracts can protect workers from heat, smoke

Lawyers recommend using safety provisions that give supervisors discretion to stop work for environmental hazards.

By Joe Bousquin • July 25, 2023

Friday Feedback: Will OSHA’s new recordkeeping rule affect you?

Construction Dive wants to know how contractors are preparing for one of OSHA’s newest regulations.

By Matthew Thibault • July 21, 2023

Contractors sue Hawaiian rail agency for $99M over utility relocation delays

The Shimmick/Traylor/Granite joint venture is seeking the sum from the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation.

By Julie Strupp • July 20, 2023

OSHA heat standard still not in sight

Water, rest, shade and acclimatization help workers stay safe in sweltering temperatures, according to OSHA health scientist Gary Orr.

By Zachary Phillips • July 17, 2023

Supreme Court clears way for Mountain Valley Pipeline construction

A lower court had previously ordered work to halt on a 3-mile section in Virginia while it reviewed a challenge from environmental groups.

By Julie Strupp • Updated July 28, 2023

Greystar named in wrongful construction death suit

Michael Delgado’s family alleges that the company ignored a weather advisory and didn’t properly secure materials at its Austin, Texas, jobsite before his death.

By Leslie Shaver • June 30, 2023

ASHRAE unveils new standard to reduce disease transmission risk

The trade group’s new guidelines provide requirements for many aspects of air system design, installation, operation and maintenance.

By Matthew Thibault • June 28, 2023

The Dotted Line: What contractors need to know about E-Verify requirements

With 22 states now using the federal employment eligibility verification system, attorneys advise construction pros to tighten up contracts and train workers.

By Joe Bousquin • June 27, 2023

PCL sues JPMorgan Chase over $30M in unpaid work on American Dream mall

The Denver-based contractor claims the bank is on the hook for the money since it acted as agent for a construction loan on the troubled project.

By Matthew Thibault • June 26, 2023

North Dakota county cuts power on $1.9B data center project

The vote to shut off power follows several failures to meet building codes and zoning ordinances, according to a county commission meeting.

By Sebastian Obando • June 23, 2023

Readers Respond: Contractors call for industrywide air safety mandate

Construction Dive asked builders how they deal with toxic air quality and if government agencies should offer clearer guidance.

By Sebastian Obando • June 23, 2023

SEC delays final rule on cyber incident disclosure as industry pushes back

The agency was seeking prompt reporting of material cyber breaches and attacks, but faced a range of concerns from stakeholders.

By David Jones • June 21, 2023

5 steps to keep change orders from becoming disputes

Divergence from the original plans on construction projects is unavoidable. But that doesn’t have to lead to a dispute.

By Spencer Krebs • June 21, 2023

How 5 new Texas laws will impact construction

These bills from the latest legislative session nix water breaks for workers, allow third-party permitting and fund water infrastructure.

By Julie Strupp • June 20, 2023