What to expect from the fallout following a catastrophic jobsite incident

Structural failures and other jobsite disasters can lead to financial and legal problems — as well as damage to the contractor's reputation.

By Kim Slowey • April 2, 2018

Trump's infrastructure plan could follow fall midterm elections, report says

Questions about funding sources, as well as political opposition, are expected to delay approval of a comprehensive infrastructure package. 

By Kim Slowey • April 2, 2018

Trench and excavation fatalities rise, regulators prioritize safety

The average number of fatalities for these types of hazards in 2016 was twice that of the previous five years.

By Kim Slowey • March 29, 2018

Washington state to include mass timber in building codes

State lawmakers are also working on legislation that would require cross-laminated timber be used in any public building 12 stories or less.

By Kim Slowey • March 28, 2018

Why P3s can be a project delivery method worth the risk

When executed properly, public-private partnerships can be a win-win for those on both sides of the aisle.

By Mary Tyler March • March 26, 2018

Why project delivery methods are limited for public projects

Despite the promise of cost savings and speedier completion, not all government agencies are on board with collaborative delivery methods. 

By Kim Slowey • March 26, 2018

Local hire fines for Detroit arena contractors climb to $5.2M

Little Caesars Arena contractors have hired 25% local workers, but were required to employ at least 51%.

By Kim Slowey • March 22, 2018

Congress close to reaching $1.3 trillion spending deal

Lawmakers are removing partisan initiatives from the bill to help ensure its passage, although the potential deportation of Dreamers and border wall funding remain a question.

By Kim Slowey • March 21, 2018

Utah DOT plans $275M spend to convert highway into 6-lane freeway

One group is already threatening a lawsuit to stop the project, citing poor planning by the department.

By Kim Slowey • March 19, 2018

Clark Construction files $5M lawsuit against architect of DC's 'The Wharf'

The general contractor is alleging that architect Perkins Eastman's design documents for the project contained major errors and omissions.

By Kim Slowey • March 19, 2018

Changing marijuana laws and the opioid crisis are prompting employer action

Employers may need to reconsider their drug testing and use policies — both to accommodate new laws and reach out to those struggling with addiction.

By Kathryn Moody • March 16, 2018

H-2B visa shortage has firms scrambling to find summer help

At the center of the debate about H-2Bs is whether American workers will pick up the seasonal jobs left open by a lack of visas.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 15, 2018

In 'most important labor decision in decades,' SCOTUS appears ready to weaken unions

While the case involves public-sector union fees, one expert says the outcome will have major implications for private employers, too.

By Lisa Burden and Kate Tornone • March 13, 2018

Majority of worksites could be violating OSHA's electronic record-keeping rule

OSHA has until June 15 to inspect its database of locations and issue violations to those that did not file 2016 summaries.

By Kim Slowey • March 13, 2018

Congress' infrastructure funding efforts remain fragmented

Proposals from Republicans and Democrats may be taking the wind out of President Donald Trump's $1.5 billion infrastructure plan. 

By Kim Slowey • March 13, 2018

Group set to reveal first global international safety management standard

The new voluntary standard is intended to help companies set up a framework for their safety programs.

By Kim Slowey • March 9, 2018

Senate reviews new $3.3B FBI headquarters proposal

In addition to project specifics, FBI representatives fielded questions from lawmakers about the White House's involvement in the new proposal.

By Kim Slowey • March 8, 2018

Carpenters sidestep Hudson Yards legal battle, reach agreement with Related Cos.

The New York City District Council of Carpenters broke ranks from the regional umbrella union coalition, which is still entrenched in a lawsuit with the developer, and agreed to provide labor for the second phase of Hudson Yards.

By Kim Slowey • Updated Aug. 9, 2018

Study: Prevailing wage laws move African-American construction workers toward income equality

The Illinois Economic Policy Institute found that laws can increase African-American construction workers' net pay by 24%, and other workers benefit, too.

By Kim Slowey • March 8, 2018

Florida developer files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

The filing comes amid lender claims that 550 Seabreeze Development defaulted on a $36.9 million mortgage loan for the Fort Lauderdale resort.

By Kim Slowey • March 7, 2018

Trump signs orders for new aluminum, steel tariffs

According to a study by The Trade Partnership, construction could lose as many as 28,000 jobs in response to the tariffs.

By Kim Slowey , Mary Tyler March • March 2, 2018

Former MTA construction manager fined, sentenced to prison on bribery charges

Talib Lokhandwala reportedly deposited bribery payments into shell bank accounts, enabling him to avoid detection for years.

By Kim Slowey • March 1, 2018

Oregon House passes construction wage protection measures

The law would require general contractors to pay subcontractors' past-due wages under certain conditions. Similar measures are being enacted in other states.

By Kim Slowey • March 1, 2018

State targets Turner, Bloomberg execs as part of $100M construction fraud probe

Authorities say certain Bloomberg and Turner executives took bribes and kickbacks from interior subcontractors in exchange for being awarded contracts.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 28, 2018

Browning-Ferris back after labor relations board vacates joint employment decision

The decision comes after the board's inspector general questioned the validity of Hy-Brand, the ruling that overturned the Obama-era standard.

By Kathryn Moody , Mary Tyler March • Feb. 27, 2018