Indiana highway renovation on schedule despite challenges

The heavily traveled I-65/I-70 interchange project involves rebuilding more than 50 bridge structures.

By Jennifer Goodman • May 13, 2021

How to fulfill the innovation potential of D&I initiatives

Diversity and inclusion goals can help construction firms spur innovation, but it doesn't happen automatically, writes executive coach Gary Covert.

By Gary Covert • May 12, 2021

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Recruiting, retention and training in construction

A roundup on articles focus on recruiting and retention for construction.

By Construction Dive staff

Colonial cyberattack exposes years of infrastructure underinvestment

The country's cybersecurity preparedness for securing energy, utility and water facilities has been spotty, according to an expert.

By David Jones • May 12, 2021

Michigan GC sells 50% share to global construction leader

The CEO of Sorensen Gross said its new partner has a history of building successful construction and real estate companies. 

By Kim Slowey • May 12, 2021

AECOM revenue steady as company anticipates a boom in civil work

Despite a 5% decrease in backlog, the company's construction management division won about $900 million of new work in the quarter.

By Jennifer Goodman • May 12, 2021

Construction momentum at 12-year high, despite continued challenges

Optimism is surging for next year's construction projects, according to Dodge Data & Analytics, but unemployment benefits are keeping workers away.

By Joe Bousquin • May 11, 2021

High-speed rail gets moment in congressional spotlight

At a hearing last week, supporters of high-speed rail said it could cut congestion and connect communities, but troubled projects in California and Texas remain front of mind for cost-wary opponents.

By Chris Teale • May 10, 2021

Fluor's revenue falls, Granite posts gain

The two public construction firms are feeling the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, including soaring material prices and increased competition, company executives said.

By Zachary Phillips , Joe Bousquin • May 10, 2021

5 traits of the safest contractors

Construction firms that follow these guidelines are six times safer than the industry average, according to Associated Builders and Contractors.

By Joe Bousquin • May 7, 2021

PPP runs out of funds for most lenders

The cutoff comes nearly four weeks before the Paycheck Protection Program was slated to end. 

By Dan Ennis • May 7, 2021

St. Jude readies $1.9B construction push amid flurry of big hospital projects

The children's research hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, is behind schedule in meeting its space requirements, joining other healthcare providers nationally that are ramping up expansion plans.  

By Kim Slowey • May 7, 2021

$2.5B TSX Broadway project rising over Times Square

While the mixed-use development hit delays due to the pandemic, the logistics of building at one of the busiest intersections in the world also became easier with the emptying of New York City.

By Joe Bousquin • May 6, 2021

Report: Construction workers most hesitant to get vaccinated

Nearly half of construction workers said they would likely choose to not get the COVID-19 vaccine, a study from Carnegie Mellon University and University of Pittsburgh researchers found.

By Zachary Phillips • May 5, 2021

How 7 global airport projects are faring during the pandemic

Although some airport construction jobs are moving forward, others have been paused for environmental concerns.

By Zachary Phillips • May 5, 2021

Apple announces $430B expansion

In rolling out its five-year plan, the tech giant said it will build a $1 billion campus in North Carolina, its first on the East Coast.

By Jennifer Goodman • May 4, 2021

Noose, ropes found at Amazon jobsite

Police responded to multiple incidents at a fulfillment center under construction in Connecticut, and general contractor RC Andersen offered $5,000 for information about the perpetrators. 

By Joe Bousquin • May 4, 2021

Former Trump Organization executive advocates for women in construction

Attitudes and opportunities have improved since she started in the industry in 1971, but Barbara Res said much work still needs to be done to make women feel welcome and valued.

By Jennifer Goodman • May 4, 2021

Prescient announces $190M in funding

The capital will help the technology-focused prefabrication company expand its work in the multifamily sector.

By Jennifer Goodman • May 3, 2021

Biden's first 100 days: A look back

As President Joe Biden hits the 100-day mark in office, Construction Dive takes a look at his initiatives, orders and appointments that will affect the industry for the next four years and beyond.

April 30, 2021

Bechtel reaches construction milestone at $25B Georgia nuclear plant

The Vogtle facility includes the only two nuclear power plants under construction in the United States.

By Kim Slowey • April 30, 2021

Authorities agree to revised, $1.5B JFK Terminal 4 plan

Delta Air Lines will consolidate its operations in the airport's Terminal 4 project, which was originally planned as a $3.8 billion expansion and modernization.

By Zachary Phillips • April 29, 2021

Coronavirus liability laws could be a 'nightmare' for multi-state employers

Construction firms that operate in more than one state face a moving target as they calculate potential exposure on vaccine policies, on-site operations and more end-of-pandemic logistics, an attorney says.

By Katie Clarey • April 29, 2021

Skanska UK powers heavy machinery with veggie fuel

The contractor, which has pledged to be net-zero carbon by 2045, will use hydrotreated vegetable oil to power its equipment.

By Zachary Phillips • April 28, 2021

French officials embrace BIM, other contech in Notre Dame reconstruction project

Autodesk is contributing BIM technology as well as other design and construction solutions to help with the effort to restore the 12th-century cathedral in the wake of a massive fire in 2019. 

By Joe Bousquin • April 28, 2021

2 construction firm execs appointed to National BIM Program steering committee

The group, which includes leaders of government agencies and private companies such as Amazon and Microsoft, will work to create a national BIM program.

By Jennifer Goodman • April 28, 2021