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Moody's: P3 delays don't always mean debt default
The ratings agency found P3 problems depend largely on where in the construction schedule delays occur.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 27, 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 -
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TrendlineRecruiting, retention and training in construction
A roundup on articles focus on recruiting and retention for construction.
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Miami contractor sues crane firm for $45K hurricane damage
L&R Structural argued that Maxim Crane Works sent a crane that could not withstand the lower-than-expected winds from Hurricane Irma.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 27, 2018 -
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Deep DiveReport: Cities of all sizes can achieve sustainable energy solutions
The NRG report found that leading cities shared four main tactics in their efforts to boost sustainable energy: dedicated staff resources, employing unique assets, finding funding and accessing expertise.
By Katie Pyzyk • Feb. 27, 2018 -
Army Corps to issue final RFP for $1.7B St. Louis NGA HQ
Groups led by Clark Construction, McCarthy Building Companies and HITT Contracting, and Alberici Constructors and Mortenson Construction are competing for the project.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 27, 2018 -
JPMorgan Chase to build 70-story New York City HQ
The building will be the first major project constructed under a new rezoning law meant to rejuvenate midtown Manhattan.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 26, 2018 -
Lowe's launches skilled trades program, providing tuition and pre-apprenticeships
The home improvement retailer is rolling out "Track to the Trades" in four cities and plans to expand it nationwide later this year.
By Daphne Howland • Feb. 26, 2018 -
Developer proposes $1B Indiana hospital
The proposal follows a trend to bring modern health care to more places. But developer Ambrose Property Group has been tight-lipped on the details, including the name of the health system.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 26, 2018 -
St. Jude building Memphis research facility, part of $1B hospital expansion
St. Jude's new $412 million research center at its downtown Memphis campus reflects a national trend for new and expanded children's hospital projects.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 23, 2018 -
Construction begins on tallest building in Dallas suburb
The 25-story luxury tower will be located along Frisco's booming "$5 Billion Mile." Development is happening so fast that officials estimate there are billions in projects even outside of that concentrated area.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 23, 2018 -
Opinion7 ways to prevent construction insurance losses
Here are the major insurance issues to consider to avoid financial setbacks, as well as damage to professional and personal relationships.
By Bob Pedersen and Mike Davis • Feb. 22, 2018 -
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Developer submits concept for Denver's tallest building
If the $371 million, 81-story high-rise is built, the skyscraper would stand 25 stories over the city's next highest tower.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 22, 2018 -
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Researchers: DC most likely pick for $5B Amazon HQ2
Hamilton Place Strategies compared Washington, D.C., with other cities on Amazon's HQ2 short list and found it has above-average scores for various Amazon criteria.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 22, 2018 -
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MSG and Sands plan 360-foot-tall spherical Las Vegas arena
The current design, which will feature more than 36 miles of LED lighting, could fly into trouble with the FAA due to its proximity to McCarran International Airport.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 22, 2018 -
Employers tell Congress of opioid crisis struggles, but next steps remain unclear
Some businesses say they're struggling to find workers who can pass a drug test, further exacerbating the skills gap.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Laurie Cowin • Feb. 21, 2018 -
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Employees think AI can improve jobs, but worry the technology will replace them
Workers want companies to be more transparent about how artificial intelligence will benefit and challenge their employment.
By Valerie Bolden-Barrett and Jean Dimeo • Feb. 21, 2018 -
P3 proposed for $1B Louisiana sports and mixed-use complex
These types of projects are springing up all over the country. In Shreveport, however, the city council last year rejected a similar plan because it would have had to borrow $30 million to help build the sports venue.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 21, 2018 -
Los Angeles college district sets BIM mandate for $9.5B construction program
The district, one of only a handful of places in the U.S. to issue a BIM standard for public projects, already has saved approximately $12 million.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 21, 2018 -
Deep DiveThe Dotted Line: Why is design-bid-build still the No. 1 process?
Despite their benefits, collaborative project delivery methods haven't made a big impact on the use of the DBB process. Here are the reasons why.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 20, 2018 -
Resilient floating mixed-use complex proposed for New York City's Pier 40
DFA is designing the project to accommodate the anticipated sea level rise surrounding the city. Developers of waterfront buildings in other areas are planning for rising tides, too.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 20, 2018 -
Bell Labs undergoes $200M renovation into 'metroburb'
The historic R&D facility is being converted into a mixed-use, urban-style development, but the New Jersey city where the renovation is taking place rejected plans for a large residential component.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 20, 2018 -
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How will HQ2 impact hiring for the other employers in Amazon's next city?
Wherever HQ2 lands, the local economy is poised for a boon. But for local employers, it may mean stiff competition when it comes to recruiting and retaining employees.
By Riia O'Donnell • Feb. 16, 2018 -
AECOM, partner win design contract for $750M Boston Logan airport project
This is the second huge project contract awarded this month to AECOM, which is collaborating on the Logan airport design with Luis Vidal & Architects.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 16, 2018 -
Hawaii plans new $1B Honolulu airport concourse
With the proposed concourse replacement, Hawaii joins airports around the country in trying to update their facilities to accommodate more passengers and provide them with modern amenities.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 16, 2018 -
New York contractor lost $4B of contracts in wake of bribery, bid-rigging allegations
New York, and other states, are aggressively pursuing these types of cases in the construction industry. Executives of the nearly 60-year-old LPCiminelli deny all charges.
By Kim Slowey • Feb. 16, 2018
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