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    2025 Outlook

    7 mixed-use projects to watch in 2025

    Large-scale developments worth billions of dollars are underway across the country as the new year begins.

    By Mary Salmonsen • Jan. 24, 2025
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    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 • Jan. 23, 2025
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    Trendline

    Life Sciences, Labs and Medical Facilities

    Building pros involved in these types of jobs say that there are a range of things to know, including how to navigate evolving building codes and regulations, which delivery methods are best and the impact of artificial intelligence.

    By Construction Dive staff
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    Trump orders GSA to advance ‘beautiful’ federal buildings

    The American Institute of Architects expressed concern over the change, which mirrors a move the president made in the final days of his first term.

    By • Jan. 22, 2025
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    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 • Jan. 22, 2025
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    Georgia Rivian plant to resume construction

    After a pause due to high costs, the electric vehicle manufacturer anticipates work on the project near Atlanta to begin in 2026.

    By • Jan. 22, 2025
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    5 ways builders say Trump can support construction

    The Associated General Contractors of America itemized priorities for the incoming administration that will help bolster building activity and maintain infrastructure momentum.

    By • Jan. 21, 2025
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    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 • Jan. 17, 2025
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    Disaster recovery contractors poised to take on LA wildfire damage

    Construction firms such as Jacobs, AECOM and Quanta Services could play key roles in the rebuilding efforts, according to financial services company Baird.

    By • Jan. 16, 2025
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    Project Milestones

    Turner kicks off $780M dedicated soccer stadium, NYC’s first

    Etihad Park in Willets Point, Queens, will be home to MLS’s New York City Football Club.

    By • Updated Jan. 17, 2025
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    Economic Reports

    Total commercial backlog at nearly 2-year low

    While sectors like retail and office declined, work in the pipeline for infrastructure jobs reached its highest point since August 2023, according to Associated Builders and Contractors.

    By • Jan. 14, 2025
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    Economic Reports

    Data center boom powers rebound in construction planning

    The strong momentum is expected to support spending this year, said Sarah Martin, associate director of forecasting at Dodge Construction Network.

    By • Jan. 9, 2025
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    Opinion // Business Matters

    Resolve to win more jobs in the new year

    Running a construction company is hard, but these steps can lead to a more profitable business, writes consultant Matt Verderamo.

    By Matt Verderamo • Jan. 9, 2025
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    2025 Outlook

    The AI arms race is on for builders in 2025

    As spending, interest and education around artificial intelligence increases, pressure grows for contractors to either adapt or get left by the wayside.

    By • Jan. 8, 2025
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    Tampa Bay Rays leaders agree to Tropicana Field rehab

    In a letter to the city of St. Petersburg, co-President Matt Silverman said the team supports the plan to repair the stadium’s roof after damage from Hurricane Milton.

    By • Jan. 8, 2025
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    Q&A

    Materials costs, workforce gaps will shape 2025 activity

    Jeff Peragallo, director and vice president of operations at construction consultancy Linesight, talks procurement strategies, labor shortages and the future of data center construction.

    By • Jan. 8, 2025
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    Nominate a Construction Champion

    Construction Dive is seeking submissions through Feb. 7 to highlight the industry’s leading women in all sectors.

    By Construction Dive Staff • Jan. 7, 2025
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    Biden bans new offshore oil drilling along much of US coast

    President-elect Donald Trump vowed on Monday to undo the executive order that applies to more than 625 million acres of federal coastline.

    By , • Jan. 7, 2025
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    Virginia to get world’s first commercial fusion power plant

    Commonwealth Fusion Systems announced it will build the multibillion-dollar project in Chesterfield County.

    By • Jan. 6, 2025
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    Multifamily starts fall dramatically

    Apartment completions rose 13.6% year over year, markedly lower than the 61% YOY increase in October, while permits jumped.

    By Leslie Shaver • Jan. 3, 2025
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    Nonresidential spending dips

    Despite a boom in data center projects, construction momentum has slowed due in part to elevated financing costs, according to ABC's chief economist.

    By • Jan. 3, 2025
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    Holiday lights bring seasonal cheer to jobsites

    From a tall crane in North Carolina to a festive office in arid Arizona, contractors across the country are going all in on the holiday spirit.

    By • Dec. 20, 2024
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    Economic Reports

    The 9 largest commercial construction starts of November 2024

    Total groundbreakings jumped 5% due to strong infrastructure activity, according to Dodge Construction Network.

    By • Dec. 20, 2024
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    December 2024 wins: Contractors report their latest awards

    Construction Dive rounds up the newest project wins from some of the country’s biggest builders including Jacobs, Mortenson and Bechtel.

    By Construction Dive Staff • Dec. 19, 2024
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    Voices from the industry in 2024

    Construction Dive talked to women leaders from around the country this year about their work, challenges and opportunities.

    By • Dec. 18, 2024
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    Column

    2024’s top legal issues

    Topics including potential disputes around the Key Bridge rebuild, the increased threat of cyberattacks and ever-changing marijuana laws were front and center this year in Construction Dive’s award-winning column.

    By Construction Dive Staff • Dec. 17, 2024