Second chances: How contractors can hire reentering citizens

In honor of "Second Chance Month," here is a look at the benefits and challenges of employing people who are reentering the workforce from prison.

By Zachary Phillips • April 28, 2021

Amid delays and rising prices, contractors turn to tech to mitigate supply disruptions

Soaring material costs and supply chain woes are threatening a second-half rebound. Construction pros are looking to technology-based strategies to cope.

By Joe Bousquin • April 28, 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

Pittsburgh pursues sustainable deconstruction policy

Following similar steps in Portland, Oregon, and Milwaukee, Pittsburgh is betting that recovering materials from condemned buildings instead of demolishing them will support the city's climate and equity goals.

By Maria Rachal • April 27, 2021

AECOM launches ESG strategy

The company announced details today of its net-zero carbon goals that include decarbonizing fleet vehicles, partnering with suppliers and a 50% reduction in business travel.

By Jennifer Goodman • April 26, 2021

Amid COVID-19 surge, Michigan extends emergency rules

Construction in the state, which has the highest coronavirus death rate in the country, is continuing with heightened protocols and precautions.

By Zachary Phillips • April 26, 2021

Biden pledges to halve US carbon emissions by 2030, sending signal to businesses

The administration said it will employ "multiple paths" to reach its goal while supporting a strong economy.

By Robert Walton • April 23, 2021

Putting 'an offer on the table,' Republican senators unveil $568B infrastructure plan

The Republican Roadmap announced yesterday leaves out the corporate tax increase that is part of President Joe Biden’s $2.3 trillion initiative.

By Jennifer Goodman • April 23, 2021

New York Building Congress offers carbon neutrality steps

The group noted that modular tactics and building components that can be disassembled easily and reused will help the construction industry reduce carbon emissions.

By Kim Slowey • April 23, 2021

What contractors should know before going after public projects

Private-sector contractors can grab a share of the billions slated for infrastructure work if they prepare themselves now. Here are six ways that public projects differ from other types of jobs.

By Kim Slowey • April 22, 2021

$1B Boston life sciences project gets underway

The campus is part of the $1.3 billion Fenway Center development, which includes offices, retail and residential built over the Massachusetts Turnpike.

By Jennifer Goodman • April 22, 2021

Consigli: More subs, suppliers turning to prefabrication to address price hikes

The COVID-19 pandemic has led subcontractors and vendors to embrace technology to improve response times, according to the Boston-based construction firm.

By Jennifer Goodman • April 21, 2021

6 steps to protect your data and improve cybersecurity

Construction firms that embrace technology also leave the door open to cyber risk, says insurance expert Phil Casto. Here's how to protect your data.

By Phil Casto • April 21, 2021

NIOSH releases survey to measure worker well-being

The agency's WellBQ questionnaire includes 68 questions spanning five areas of worker health and can be used to measure well-being at the company, industry and workforce levels.

By Joe Bousquin • April 21, 2021

Contractors consider reopening offices, vaccine mandates

Companies including Balfour Beatty, Clayco and Turner are dealing with issues surrounding remote work and vaccinations as they consider bringing employees back to the office.

By Kim Slowey • April 21, 2021

After dip in 2020, North American crane count increases

The number of construction cranes in major cities in the U.S. and Canada has increased after a drop last fall, according to a new report.

By Zachary Phillips • April 20, 2021

NJ court says contractor must pay for worker's medical pot

The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled that M&K Construction has to pay for an injured worker's medical marijuana, but that it isn't criminally liable for breaking federal law by doing so.  

By Joe Bousquin • April 20, 2021

PRO Act one step closer to vote with Sen. Manchin's backing

With support from 46 senators, the bill is just four co-sponsors away from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s threshold for a floor vote.

By Zachary Phillips • April 20, 2021

How did Construction Dive's 'mini megacities' fare during the pandemic?

COVID-19 couldn't dampen activity in these small-but-mighty construction boomtowns. Here is where they stand today.

By Kim Slowey • April 19, 2021

Milestone reached for 14-acre Jersey City mixed-use project

The first phase of environmental remediation at the brownfield site has been completed, clearing the way for the two-tower Cove project.  

By Joe Bousquin • April 19, 2021

The 12 most expensive US cities for construction

A new analysis by project management firm Cumming details the most expensive cities in which to build and the types of projects that cost the most.

By Jennifer Goodman • April 16, 2021

How Skanska renovated an active ER during COVID-19

Completing work at Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital Emergency Department added complexity once the pandemic hit.

By Joe Bousquin • April 15, 2021

Expect 'renewed attention' on systemic discrimination, EEOC chair says

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission also will focus on pay equity in the coming years, Charlotte Burrows said recently.

By Kate Tornone • April 15, 2021

White House identifies the 7 worst states for infrastructure

In its push for the American Jobs Plan, the Biden administration has graded states on the condition of their roads, bridges and more.

By Jennifer Goodman • April 15, 2021

Briq launches first payment, rewards card for construction

BriqCash lets contractors automate invoice processing, manage vendors and make direct payments that earn cash back and rewards.

By Jennifer Goodman • April 14, 2021

Penn's Landing highway cap project delayed 2 years

Groundbreaking on the 4-acre park over Interstate 95 has been delayed by COVID-19 challenges, property rights issues and engineering complexities.

By Jennifer Goodman • Updated July 23, 2021