OSHA fines MO roofer $12K in worker's heat-exposure death

The incident demonstrates the importance of giving employees time to acclimate to hot working conditions.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 11, 2016

D.R. Horton fined $16M for mismanaged funds, services on FL project

The hefty fine is due in part to the national homebuilder's large scale.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 11, 2016

NYC developers, unions reach deal to revive 421-a affordable housing tax break

Under the new plan forged by Gov. Andrew Cuomo, developers get a 35-year tax abatement and wage scheduling based on project size and location.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 11, 2016

UPDATE: Facebook disables race-based exclusion targeting for housing ads

The news follows a report from ProPublica, which found that it was possible to buy a housing ad on the website excluding certain demographics.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 11, 2016

US voters approved $201B for transportation projects on Election Day

Infrastructure has been a major talking point this election cycle, which has construction companies optimistic about an increase in future work.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 11, 2016

NYC mayor accelerates construction work in Build It Back initiative

The program focuses on repairing damage still left from Superstorm Sandy.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 10, 2016

TX voters clear the way for new $1B Rangers ballpark

City-issued bonds worth $500 million will help fund construction of the stadium, which is expected to feature a retractable roof.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 10, 2016

$9B CA school construction program scores voter approval

The state's construction industry has been a big proponent of Proposition 51, despite critics' concerns of rising debt.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 10, 2016

Construction stocks surge on Trump's promised infrastructure program

Investors are betting that the incoming president will make good on his commitment to increase infrastructure spending.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 10, 2016

3 key housing issues at play for the Trump presidency

The next president wants to reduce regulations, is wary of trade agreements and has said he personally identifies with the homebuilding industry. But his inconsistency on the campaign trail has some in doubt.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 10, 2016

State ballot results: Voters mixed on right-to-work, favor infrastructure spending

How will the outcomes of these state ballot initiatives impact your business?  

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 9, 2016

San Diego voters reject Chargers stadium funding ballot initiative

The defeat of Measure C raises the likelihood that the NFL team will exercise its option to relocate to Los Angeles.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 9, 2016

With Donald Trump as president, what's next for the construction industry?

Take our survey and let us know whether you're satisfied with the results, and which issue is most important to your business.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 9, 2016

NYC's 421-a developments now required to offer units to the homeless

Officials said the program targets individuals currently living in homeless shelters who can't afford the city's high housing costs.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 8, 2016

The Dotted Line: Why collaboration is key to preventing 'a war' in cost-plus contracts

Although this contract approach comes with positives and negatives for owners and contractors, it can be the best option when executed effectively.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 8, 2016

VA expects P3 structure for Ferrovial-led toll lane project to save $2.5B

The high-occupancy toll lane project will be the first major public-private partnership carried out under Virginia laws revised last year.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 7, 2016

NAHB endorses 137 Congressional candidates in push to make housing policy a priority

The association criticized Congress for its inattention to residential construction as the country faces a shortage of affordable housing inventory.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 7, 2016

$1.45B MS tire plant breaks ground amid minority, local hiring concerns

In contrast to other recent hiring disputes, as Continental AG's contract does not mandate it employ a certain percentage of local or minority businesses.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 7, 2016

Judge denies Seattle Tunnel Partners $480M Bertha damages claim

The joint venture's design-build contract excludes reimbursements for damages to the tunnel boring machine.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 7, 2016

San Francisco sues developer of leaning, sinking Millennium Tower

The city attorney claims Mission Street Development knew the tower was sinking but didn't disclose that information to prospective buyers.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 4, 2016

CA Gov. Jerry Brown denounces Proposition 53, citing higher infrastructure costs

Meanwhile, proponents of the measure contend that the impact of the $2 billion cost trigger would be limited to only a few megaprojects.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 4, 2016

10 construction-related state ballot initiatives to watch

Right-to-work laws, big bonds, the allocation of infrastructure dollars, legalized marijuana and the country's first carbon tax are all on the table this election.

By Hallie Busta • Nov. 4, 2016

ID contractor fights OSHA findings on fatal trench collapse

Hard Rock Construction refutes the agency's assertion that a lack of employee training was a contributing factor in the May 2016 incident.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 4, 2016

Arup develops 'living wall' scaffold system for London project

Whether OSHA would approve the wall of grass, flowers and strawberries that aims to improve air quality and reduce noise for U.S. job sites has yet to be determined.

By Kim Slowey • Nov. 4, 2016

Trump vs. Clinton: How the next president will impact the construction industry

Here's what we know about each candidate's plans for infrastructure and housing, and what industry experts say about them.

By Emily Peiffer • Nov. 3, 2016