Biden ramps up the Defense Production Act

It's likely the Biden administration will use the law to spur the creation of critical healthcare equipment and facilities, according to attorney Alex Hontos.

By Jennifer Goodman • Jan. 27, 2021

Biden orders OSHA to beef up COVID-19 safety rules

President Joe Biden gave OSHA two weeks to issue new coronavirus guidance, while considering a national emergency temporary standard that could provide a scorecard for workplace infections.

By Joe Bousquin • Jan. 25, 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

Buttigieg nomination for DOT advances to final round

Members of the Senate Commerce Committee voted 21-3 to move Pete Buttigieg's nomination to the full Senate, which could vote on the matter before the week’s end.

By Chris Teale • Updated Jan. 28, 2021

Post-pandemic: How COVID-19 will change office, hotel and mixed-use design

There are still unknowns as far as how the coronavirus pandemic will impact the look of new spaces, but flexibility in layouts will be key, design experts say.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 25, 2021

Biden likely to raise corporate tax rate

While President Joe Biden is expected to increase the top corporate tax rate to 28%, he may also push for new tax breaks for certain businesses.

By Robert Freedman • Jan. 22, 2021

Insurance 101 for small contractors

Here are 10 ways that small and medium-sized construction firms can keep insurance costs low while maintaining proper coverage.

By Rakesh Gupta • Jan. 22, 2021

Bechtel joins international heat resilience organization

As part of the Atlantic Council's Extreme Heat Resilience Alliance, Bechtel will help support projects that protect communities from extreme heat.

By Jennifer Goodman • Jan. 20, 2021

6 owners moving ahead in construction's hardest-hit sectors

Although hospitality, office and retail saw deep pullbacks in 2020, some clients are taking the long view and keeping their construction jobs in play.

By Joe Bousquin • Jan. 20, 2021

How Biden's Inauguration Day executive orders will impact construction

From a review of environmental regulations to new federal contracting rules and immigration policies, many of President Joe Biden's actions on his first day in office have ramifications for construction firms across the country.

By Jennifer Goodman • Jan. 20, 2021

Political unrest could hamper construction jobs, contractors say

Respondents to a Construction Dive survey are worried that upheaval will scare away clients and slow funding for new projects.

By Jennifer Goodman • Jan. 19, 2021

7 legal, other trends influencing construction in 2021

Prolonged court closures, more payment disputes and increased small business bankruptcies are a few of the factors that will influence commercial construction this year, according to two industry experts.

By Jeffrey Kozek and E. Mitchell Swann • Jan. 19, 2021

Biden will ask OSHA to reconsider decision to skip emergency coronavirus standards

He will also direct the agency to target the worst violators and increase the number of inspectors.

By Kate Tornone • Jan. 14, 2021

Survey: Is US political unrest harmful to construction?

Running a business is never easy, but corporate leaders say that recent political and economic uncertainty could make it more difficult. What's your take?

By Jennifer Goodman • Jan. 14, 2021

5 international projects to watch in 2021

From airports to office towers, major contractors are building many high-profile projects in other countries this year.

By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 14, 2021

PCL debuts COVID-19 sanitizing modules

The Denver-based contractor has developed a new technology designed to help companies reduce the spread of COVID-19.

By Jennifer Goodman • Jan. 13, 2021

CitizenM's modular Los Angeles hotel nears completion

Mortenson is set to finish construction of the Dutch developer’s sixth U.S. hotel.

By Zachary Phillips • Jan. 13, 2021

Warehouse rents could slow their climb in 2021 as construction boosts supply

Of the 361 million square feet of industrial projects under construction in the U.S. at the end of last year, 94% of it is intended for warehouse and distribution uses, according to a new report.

By Emma Cosgrove • Jan. 13, 2021

Companies condemn US Capitol riot, fire workers involved

A human resources lawyer details how contractors and other firms can help their employees during this time of unrest and heightened anxiety.

By Kate Tornone • Jan. 12, 2021

Fluor announces new organizational structure, plans to sell maintenance division

The Texas-based contractor says its updated organizational and reporting structure is better aligned with potential growth markets.

By Jennifer Goodman • Jan. 12, 2021

2021 outlook: Top cities to watch for construction

These five metro areas are destined for a strong showing this year, according to the contractors that work in them.

By Kim Slowey • Jan. 12, 2021

California enacts strict new COVID-19 notification law

While codifying many of the emergency temporary standards for COVID-19 adopted last year, California's AB 685 also expands Cal/OSHA's ability to shut down jobsites without a customary 15-day response period. 

By Joe Bousquin • Jan. 12, 2021

The 13 construction sectors contractors expect to shrink in 2021

The AGC found that construction pros think only alternative healthcare facilities, warehouses and water and sewer facility work will make small gains this year while many sectors could experience double-digit declines.

By Joe Bousquin • Jan. 11, 2021

Latest round of PPP loan program kicks off today

The $284 billion package prioritizes community financial institutions for fund distribution and has special considerations for minority, underserved, veteran and women-owned businesses. 

By Jennifer Goodman , Dan Ennis • Jan. 11, 2021

Biden taps former construction union leader Marty Walsh to lead Labor Department

The announcement brought cheers from the AFL-CIO and building trades groups, which lauded the Boston mayor's decades of experience in construction. 

By Jennifer Goodman , Katie Clarey • Jan. 8, 2021

Construction, other trade groups decry mob violence at US Capitol

Despite Wednesday's unrest, AGC's chief said the violent attack by Trump supporters won't stop the peaceful transfer of power.

By Joe Bousquin • Jan. 8, 2021