How will a second Trump administration affect transportation policy?

Federal support for public transportation, Amtrak, high-speed rail and electric vehicles may be at risk, experts said.

With $14B in backlog, Tutor Perini will pursue fewer bids

There’s so much work and so few workers that the Los Angeles-based contractor is taking a hiatus from projects of $500 million or more.

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FHWA updates work zone safety rule for first time in 20 years

The changes, which go into effect next month, establish minimum requirements for the use of protection devices such as concrete barriers.

Infrastructure funds will continue to flow: PCL CEO

Chris Gower said one of the firm’s top priorities is to adapt to changes coming from a second Trump term.

Trump White House likely to abandon OSHA heat safety rule

The new administration will probably let the standard die, experts say, but some other form of guidance could emerge instead.

Judge clarifies scope of DBE injunction to include more states

Attorneys say a new order barring the DOT from presuming disadvantaged status due to race or gender now applies in at least 23 states, and potentially nationwide.

Turner wins $2B Ohio data center job

The New York City-based contractor expects the first building to open in 2025.

Fluor profits fall; data center and nuclear work offer upside

Project cancellations and delayed timing impacted the firm’s third quarter results, CFO Joe Brennan said during an earnings call last week.

Fed’s second rate cut this year raises hopes for commercial construction

The central bank aims to foster a more supportive lending environment, an encouraging sign for building activity.

Trump win elicits optimism, concern among contractors

Though construction employer groups mostly praised the outcome, labor associations are troubled about a second Trump term.

4 employment actions to expect under a second Trump presidency

Employers are likely to see immigration raids, agency chair replacements and a slowing in regulatory activity, experts at Littler predicted.

Skanska bullish on US work amid upcoming White House changes

The Swedish firm reported strong construction performance in the States and said it anticipates that to persist.

My career success started with an apprenticeship

New Jersey ironworker and business leader Joseph Merlino says that young people need more paths to the trades.

Skanska nabs $435M Florida hospital, medical office job

Utility work has begun on the 560,000-square-foot project for Lee Health in Fort Myers.

MasTec reports increased profits on flat revenues, higher backlog

Delayed starts on large projects in the Florida firm’s Clean Business unit, which includes solar and wind installations, contributed to its overall sales plateau.

The do’s and don’ts of running a tech pilot

Know what you’re looking for, have a goal in mind and don’t get ahead of yourself, say experts from companies including Suffolk, McCarthy and DPR.

FHWA disburses nearly $17M for contech programs

A federal grant funded projects in eight states to accurately monitor data, establish new workflows and integrate BIM.

Survey finds AI has taken hold in AEC

Despite increased technology adoption, 72% of firms rely on paper documents for one or more phases of the building process, the new report found.

When is generative AI the wrong tool?

Despite the hype, the technology is often not the most cost-effective, reliable or efficient tool for enterprises to use, according to Gartner’s Rita Sallam. 

Stuff that can kill you: Contractors pivot to new ways of tracking jobsite safety

Standard metrics may mask potential issues, but construction leaders have leveraged fresh methods to record data and abate hazards.

October 2024 economic roundup

Construction Dive tracks recent key industry data such as backlog, planning activity, input costs, starts, job openings and spending.

Feds press Louisiana on $3B coastal restoration megaproject

Lawsuits have stalled the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion effort, so officials have threatened to pull funding.

Whiting-Turner, Mahogany start $540M rural Maryland hospital project

The Baltimore-based contractors expect to finish the six-story facility by the summer of 2028.

Ground stabilization job awarded for $16B Gateway project

Weeks Marine and Cowi are executing the first heavy construction contract on the Hudson River Tunnel megaproject, worth $284 million.

Where the 2024 presidential candidates stand on construction’s top issues

Here are Kamala Harris’ and Donald Trump’s views on the industry’s most pressing topics, including immigration, permitting, infrastructure and more.