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ICC eyes building codes for 3D printing
The council will hold its next public hearing for the standards Feb. 14, where it will discuss the results of the comment period that ended in January.
By Matthew Thibault • Feb. 12, 2025 -
Sponsored by Eos Group, Inc.
Preconstruction data analytics: Learn from your past. Predict the future
Want to level up your preconstruction? Use your data to benchmark, spot trends and predict costs.
Feb. 10, 2025 -
Explore the Trendlineâž”
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As construction technology continues to evolve, here’s what savvy contractors need to know.
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Nonprofit launches mobile app to address industry mental health crisis
Participants of ABC’s Florida East Coast chapter’s charity arm will post a QR code on jobsites to connect workers with healthcare professionals.
By Zachary Phillips • Feb. 6, 2025 -
Google plans $75B investment to build out cloud AI capacity
The majority of the spending will target technical infrastructure, including servers and data centers, CFO Anat Ashkenazi said Tuesday.
By Matt Ashare • Feb. 6, 2025 -
Boston expands net-zero emissions requirements to new buildings, large additions
The zoning change requires most new buildings to be net zero when they open. The city previously set similar performance standards for existing buildings.
By Joe Burns • Feb. 5, 2025 -
Purdue launches new contech program in Indianapolis
Operated out of Purdue Polytechnic Institute, the offering includes an “earn and learn” incentive for prospective students, who can make money while attending school.
By Matthew Thibault • Feb. 5, 2025 -
Project Milestones
$1.6B Pittsburgh airport project hits key milestone
Now 80% complete, the new terminal is scheduled to open later this year.
By Matthew Thibault • Feb. 4, 2025 -
Gilbane, DPS JV to build $614M Albany nanotech center expansion
The research and development facility will include a new, 50,000-square-foot ISO 5 cleanroom and a high-voltage switchyard upgrade.
By Matthew Thibault • Feb. 3, 2025 -
Sponsored by Tile Redi
Overcoming common challenges in commercial shower construction
For multifamily and hospitality construction professionals, addressing the challenges of shower installations has never been easier with Tile Redi’s innovative solutions.
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PCL ramps up manufacturing group for onshoring surge
The move aligns the firm's pros from different geographies under one fully integrated team.
By Matthew Thibault • Jan. 31, 2025 -
Construction outlook 2025: what contractors need to know
From uncertain interest rates to a new presidential administration, construction pros are keeping close tabs on key issues that could drive up costs or create new challenges.
By Construction Dive Staff • Jan. 30, 2025 -
Q&A
Circularity, sustainability provide opportunities: VC lead
Eduardo Gomez, the head of CRH Ventures, said the firm uses its accelerator programs to find standout startups and potential business partners.
By Matthew Thibault • Jan. 29, 2025 -
2025 Outlook
Multibillion-dollar data center projects to watch
In addition to Oracle and OpenAI's Stargate initiative, Amazon, Meta, Google and other tech giants are building facilities across the country this year.
By Construction Dive Staff • Jan. 28, 2025 -
Following sharp downturn, contech funding stabilizes
The category benefited from a brewing AI arms race that has contractors moving quickly to adopt the technology.
By Matthew Thibault • Jan. 27, 2025 -
On Site
HITT breaks ground on tech-forward headquarters
The new structure will house a 40,000-square-foot innovation lab in partnership with Virginia Tech, and feature facets of sustainable design throughout.
By Matthew Thibault • Jan. 27, 2025 -
Sponsored by Qualis Flow
Qualis Flow report uncovers data gaps costing construction billions—and how to fix them
Construction’s future needs better data. Uncover key data challenges and 4 steps for change in our latest report!
Jan. 27, 2025 -
Q&A
New Clayco CEO expects data center boom to thrive
Anthony Johnson discusses the firm’s new data center unit, the challenges of hyperscale construction and how the company plans to lead in an increasingly competitive market.
By Sebastian Obando • Jan. 23, 2025 -
Trump rescinds Biden executive order in AI regulatory overhaul
The directive, issued in October 2023, added guardrails for AI developers and bolstered guidance for businesses looking to adopt the technology.
By Lindsey Wilkinson • Jan. 22, 2025 -
6 contech firms raise combined $57M
Among the startups are companies that help builders bid on government contracts, streamline communication via a WhatsApp-like interface and verify insurance.
By Matthew Thibault • Jan. 22, 2025 -
Tech giants to invest up to $500B for new US data centers
OpenAI, SoftBank and Oracle will fund the creation of 10 facilities during the initial phase of the Stargate initiative, with the option to increase to 20.
By Sebastian Obando • Jan. 22, 2025 -
Boldt launches modular construction arm
The new offering will provide building services and slide-in room and bathroom pods for clients in healthcare, industrial, education and commercial markets.
By Matthew Thibault • Jan. 17, 2025 -
Construction robot researchers target dangerous and dirty jobs
With nearly $800,000 in grant funding, a team of scientists at UC San Diego is exploring ways to integrate robotics into the building industry and improve 3D modeling and mapping.
By Matthew Thibault • Jan. 15, 2025 -
5 construction-related announcements from CES
Heavy equipment for the moon (and for Earth) took the reins at one of the world’s largest tech shows.
By Matthew Thibault • Jan. 15, 2025 -
Executive Moves
Clayco announces CEO change, new data center division
Anthony Johnson will take over as head of the Chicago-based firm, which unveiled a new unit to capitalize on advanced technology facilities.
By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 15, 2025 -
Bechtel’s delayed NASA build hits milestone amid cost overruns
The project, originally slated for completion in March 2023 with a $383 million contract price, may not be complete until 2029 and could cost as much as $2.7 billion, according to an agency report.
By Matthew Thibault • Jan. 14, 2025