All surety is not alike: proactive claims team provides big benefits

One change order dispute can jeopardize multiple projects without the RIGHT surety in your corner. 

By Gina Lockwood, Director of Claims, Merchants Bonding Company • March 22, 2021

Lawmakers introduce plan to extend PPP deadline to May 31

Small businesses will have two additional months to submit an application for a Paycheck Protection Program loan under the bill, and the Small Business Administration will have until June 30 to close pending applications.

By Anna Hrushka • March 15, 2021

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Top 5 stories from Construction Dive

Construction Dive editors curate some of the industry’s top stories from this year.

By Construction Dive staff

Construction employment falls nearly 7% year over year

While last month's severe weather in the South may have played a role in some job losses, economists are divided over whether the decline signals more serious problems ahead.

By Jennifer Goodman • March 8, 2021

Despite 2020 layoffs, construction's labor woes persist

As the construction industry begins to recover from the pandemic, labor is getting harder to find and more expensive, a new analysis shows.

By Jennifer Goodman • March 4, 2021

Buttigieg says infrastructure faces a 'once-in-a-lifetime moment' as bridges, roads get C- grade

Speaking at the unveiling of the American Society of Civil Engineers' infrastructure report card yesterday, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said now is the time to fix America’s crumbling infrastructure.

By Joe Bousquin • March 4, 2021

Amazon Fresh builds its 10th store

The grocer has reached the 10-store milestone in just over five months with many more locations on the way.

By Jeff Wells • March 3, 2021

Biden calls union reps 'real friends,' seeks their infrastructure input

The president yesterday met with the leaders of several construction-related unions, nominated a new head of the National Labor Relations Board and bolstered his apprenticeship initiative. 

By Joe Bousquin • Feb. 18, 2021

Construction firms nab $13.7B total in PPP loans so far this year

The industry is second in total 2021 Paycheck Protection Program amounts after the restaurant and hotel category.

By Jennifer Goodman • Feb. 16, 2021

5 creative ways malls are repurposing their spaces

With lots of square footage and plenty of parking, shopping centers are rethinking ways to give their centralized locations new life. 

By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 16, 2021

Report: Most construction ESOPs not significantly impacted by pandemic

In a survey, 68% of construction firms with employee stock ownership plans reported their sustainability, cash flow and liquidity were not greatly affected, but 50% said 2020 profits took a hit.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 12, 2021

Despite COVID-19 layoffs, construction union membership held steady in 2020

Newly released federal data also shows that wages for workers in unions and those covered by a union contract were greater than for nonunion workers.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 2, 2021

Rebuilding an economy and growing diversity and inclusion

Simplify workforce and business compliance tracking and reporting so you can focus on what you do best – construction.

Feb. 1, 2021

Firms denied PPP forgiveness can take tax credit, IRS says

A change Congress made in December allows the credit for some Paycheck Protection Program loan recipients.

By Robert Freedman • Jan. 29, 2021

Report: Despite COVID-19, construction costs rose in these US cities

A new analysis from Rider Levett Bucknall details how construction costs have changed across 12 markets since before the coronavirus pandemic began.

By Jennifer Goodman • Jan. 28, 2021

Biden toughens Buy American rules

The revised policies, which will apply to the administration's plans for infrastructure and energy projects, will have ramifications for construction firms that do business with the federal government.

By Jennifer Goodman • Jan. 26, 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

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

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

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

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

What's in the new COVID-19 relief package for contractors?

Billions of dollars of funding for roads, harbors, schools, military housing, broadband and clean energy is aimed at spurring construction.

By Joe Bousquin • Jan. 7, 2021