OSHA fines 5 construction companies $115K on NE project

The contractors face a range of violations for allowing employees to work at heights of five stories without protection, as well as other hazards.

By Kim Slowey • June 16, 2016

Safety group urges NYC construction industry to replace older cranes

City officials appointed the group after a February crane collapse in Manhattan killed one pedestrian.

By Kim Slowey • June 14, 2016

'A victory for property owner rights': How the Supreme Court's Waters of the US-related ruling impacts builders

The recent decision against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers could save developers years of procedure time and hundreds of thousands of dollars.

By Kim Slowey • June 14, 2016

UPDATE: WA convention center project cost rises to $1.6B; construction timeline unchanged

Developers said the higher price tag is due primarily to rising costs associated with acquiring steel and buying the additional property.

By Emily Peiffer , Kim Slowey • June 13, 2016

NYC contractor convicted of manslaughter in 'landmark' worker safety case

Prosecutors said Harco Construction received repeated warnings about unsafe trench conditions prior to Carlos Moncayo's death.

By Kim Slowey • June 13, 2016

US senator calls for investigation into Tesla's use of foreign construction workers

Sen. Charles Grassley (R-IA) is urging federal agencies to investigate the visa status of workers at Tesla's Fremont, CA, painting facility.

By Kim Slowey • June 13, 2016

US company axes partnership with China for Los Angeles-Las Vegas rail line

XpressWest said China Railway International could not get the regulatory approvals necessary to allow the joint venture to proceed.

By Kim Slowey • June 10, 2016

IL unveils 6-year, $11B infrastructure program

The Illinois Department of Transportation said the funding will go toward much-needed repairs to highways and bridges.

By Kim Slowey • June 10, 2016

San Francisco doubles builders' affordable housing obligation

While Proposition C requires the inclusion of more affordable units in developments, critics say the mandate will "kill" some planned projects.

By Kim Slowey • June 9, 2016

UPDATE: San Diego voters approve $3B Prop. H infrastructure measure

Proponents of the city infrastructure tax initiative said the predictable revenue will prevent vital public works projects from being neglected.

By Kim Slowey • June 8, 2016

Arcadis: Resolution time for global construction disputes on the rise

In North America, errors and omissions in contracts were the primary cause of disputes.

By Kim Slowey • June 8, 2016

NY contractor facing manslaughter charges after worker's death

Prosecutors said Salvatore Schirripa put his workers at risk on a Coney Island site by requiring them to work six stories up without safety harnesses.

By Kim Slowey • June 7, 2016

Gilbane's hiring practices trigger major backlash from NYC trade unions

The contractor has stepped on union toes by hiring a mix of union and nonunion workers on big projects in the city.

By Kim Slowey • June 7, 2016

The Dotted Line: Inside the 'dance' of subcontractor negotiations

Subs can attempt to negotiate for a wide range of items in their contracts, but general contractors say it all must tie into their agreements with the owner.

By Kim Slowey • June 7, 2016

Father, daughter construction execs sentenced to prison for misappropriating funds

Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus Vance said the case was an example of how "fraud permeates nearly every corner of the city’s construction industry."

By Kim Slowey • June 6, 2016

Labor Secretary Perez lauds WI apprenticeship programs

The stigma around careers in the trades has proven to be a main contributor to the severe lack of skilled workers in construction.

By Kim Slowey • June 6, 2016

GA city plans to build tiny house community for homeless

Small home developments have become more popular, but they are often met with resistance from neighbors who say they fear the effects on their neighborhoods.

By Kim Slowey • June 6, 2016

CA contractor settles DBE fraud case for $5.4M

Prosecutors said Harper Construction used a sham disadvantaged business to cover up the fact that it was funneling work to an affiliated company.

By Kim Slowey • June 3, 2016

NV construction groups call on Tesla to reexamine gigafactory hiring practices

Union reps said Tesla is allowing a significant number of out-of-state workers onto the project — contradicting its agreement with the state.

By Kim Slowey • June 3, 2016

Non-union construction workers slam San Diego Chargers stadium PLA

The Coalition for Fair Employment in Construction said that project labor agreements are "kickback schemes" that keep non-union workers from making a living.

By Kim Slowey • June 3, 2016

Regulation roundup: 5 crucial issues impacting the construction industry

These regulations are top-of-mind concerns for contractors, as they can tack on major costs to a project.

By Kim Slowey • June 2, 2016

NY developers fear potential expansion of prevailing wage law

The legislation would broaden the use of prevailing wages to include privately owned projects receiving any financial assistance from industrial development agencies.

By Kim Slowey • June 2, 2016

OSHA slaps TX steel contractor with $176K fine for fall violations

The agency said W.S. Steel Erection continued to put workers at risk of falls despite an employee's death in 2011.

By Kim Slowey • June 2, 2016

AZ county eases zoning regulations amid tiny house craze

Pima County now allows tiny homes on foundations to be built anywhere that single-family homes are allowed.

By Kim Slowey • June 2, 2016

House approves bill to accelerate sale of $8B in federal real estate

The AGC said the measure presents a "real opportunity" for building contractors on par with what the highway bill meant for transportation contractors.

By Kim Slowey • May 31, 2016