SC builder Crescent Homes moves into Nashville, TN

The city is fast becoming one of the country’s up-and-coming real estate markets.

By Jeff Marcus • Dec. 19, 2016

PulteGroup readies master planned community on Johns Island, SC

Oakfield is among the latest MPCs to break ground and features a host of natural amenities including trails and parks.

By Jeff Marcus • Dec. 19, 2016

$150M NY industrial development fund awards its first grant

Greenpoint Manufacturing and Design Center will use the $10 million grant to renovate a former Queens factory into a multitenant manufacturing facility.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 16, 2016

NAHB: Chairman Ed Brady in the running for FHA commissioner

Brady said President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team has approached him as a possible pick for the head of the Federal Housing Authority.

By Hallie Busta • Dec. 15, 2016

Cleveland Cavaliers announce $140M arena renovation

The NBA team will pay $70 million for the project, while the county will cover the remaining costs.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 15, 2016

San Diego makes last-ditch effort to keep the Chargers with $1 stadium lease deal

The NFL team has until Jan. 15 to decide if it will remain in San Diego or relocate to Los Angeles, where it would share the Rams' new $2.6 billion venue.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 15, 2016

Middle Tennessee State University launches School of Concrete and Construction Management

The program is one of many efforts to combat the labor shortage and draw younger talent into the industry.

By Chris Wood • Dec. 14, 2016

Los Angeles developers rush to secure approval for megaproject before March vote

If the Neighborhood Integrity Initiative is approved, a two-year ban on density variances would go into effect in the city.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 13, 2016

Construction on $430M Nashville, TN mixed-use development to begin in 2017

Fifth + Broadway will be the largest mixed-use complex in Nashville's downtown, which is in the midst of a development boom.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 13, 2016

How to decide if an Employee Stock Ownership Plan is right for your firm — and 5 steps to create one

ESOPs can offer employees significant retirement benefits and boost productivity, but companies should avoid these potential pitfalls when establishing the program. 

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 13, 2016

Milwaukee Bucks partner with SkillSmart to build local worker pipeline for $524M arena

The project team will use the workforce development and job-matching tool as part of its commitment to hire 40% local workers.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 12, 2016

Construction tech startup Procore reaches $1B valuation

The cloud-based software company landed a $50 million funding round, which it will use to launch its first international operations in Australia and Canada.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 12, 2016

$1.4B MGM National Harbor casino ups the ante for local hiring, development

The project has proven to be a boon for real estate values as well as for local workers and contractors in Prince George’s County, MD.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 12, 2016

Construction begins on first apartments at $1.5B Frisco Station

Nearly 2,400 residential units are planned for the Frisco, TX, project.

By Sean Barry • Dec. 9, 2016

Tesla disputes claims of hiring goal troubles at $5B NV gigafactory

The company said that even though construction on the battery plant started later than expected, it has met state investment and job creation requirements.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 9, 2016

Gensler, Power Home Remodeling recognized on Glassdoor list of best places to work

The two companies were the only AEC firms included in the ranking.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 9, 2016

Minnesota United set to break ground on $150M soccer stadium

Mortenson will lead construction on the 22,000-seat stadium, which will be privately funded by the team’s ownership.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 8, 2016

Toll Brothers to target millennial homebuyers with T|Select line

The entry-level offering will feature a low price point and minimal upgrades.

By Sean Barry • Dec. 8, 2016

Skanska, Balfour Beatty, BAM among first companies to achieve new UK BIM benchmark

The British Standards Institution Kitemark certification recognizes achievement in BIM delivery.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 8, 2016

The 2016 construction holiday gift guide

From practical gear to low-tech wearables, these ideas are sure to make the day of any construction pro on your list.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 8, 2016

5 ideas to refresh year-end corporate gifting

These gifts cover a range of business relationships, budgets and styles.

By Hallie Busta • Dec. 7, 2016

4 development giants vying to build new Labor Dept. headquarters

The Department of Labor is considering three potential Washington sites for a 1 million-square-foot building.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 6, 2016

Construction alliance launches suicide prevention initiative with 15 industry groups

Construction has the second-highest suicide rate of any industry, and associations like the CFMA, AGC and ABC are taking action.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 6, 2016

Facebook to double its Seattle office empire with 2 new buildings

The properties from Vulcan Real Estate are under construction and are scheduled to open in the third quarter of 2018.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 6, 2016

GSA searching for construction firm to manage $2B FBI headquarters project

In its pre-solicitation notice, the General Services Administration said bidders need a strong history in Washington as well as security clearance.

By Kim Slowey • Dec. 5, 2016