Russia following UK's lead with plans for BIM mandate

Starting in 2019, contractors on government-funded projects will be required to use building information modeling in an effort to reduce costs.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 16, 2016

ABC survey: 'Blacklisting' rule will prevent contractors from bidding on federal jobs

Construction trade groups say the Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces Executive Order places costly burdens on federal contractors.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 16, 2016

FL contractor slapped with $200K OSHA fine for fall protection violations

The agency said it has cited Chris Sawdo Construction six times since 2004, all for fall protection and ladder safety violations.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 15, 2016

NJ county threatening to sue state DOT over highway project shutdown

Passaic County officials have given notice that they will sue for breach of contract and attempt to recoup their demobilization and remobilization costs.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 15, 2016

NAHB endorsing congressional candidates for first time in its history

Although the organization won't back a presidential candidate, it said it will get involved in congressional races to ensure that the housing market's recovery stays on track.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 14, 2016

AK contractor contesting $560K fine in worker death

State officials said a Hartman crew caused the death of a 23-year-old worker when they tried to rescue him from a collapsed trench with two excavators.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 13, 2016

NYC trade unions dispute city method for tallying construction fatalities

Of the 17 New York construction-related fatalities recorded by OSHA, the Department of Buildings counted only the six that violated city building codes.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 13, 2016

The Dotted Line: How to negotiate the construction bidding process and avoid a 'real nightmare'

Contractors can often make mistakes during the early stages of a project — especially when they don't fully understand the scope of work.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 13, 2016

NAHB seeking to boost wood imports from Chile as builders struggle with lumber prices

The current U.S.-Canada softwood trade agreement has led to decades-long disputes and higher prices, according to the builders' association.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 12, 2016

Design-build delivery method now permitted on public projects in half of US states

Missouri is the latest state to enact legislation allowing design-build, rather than requiring the traditional design-bid-build approach.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 9, 2016

Baltimore City Council delays $660M Port Covington bond deal approval

The project, driven by Under Armour CEO Kevin Plank, is expected to provide $100 million in economic benefits for the community and create thousands of jobs.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 9, 2016

OSHA fines TX contractors $121K for trench hazards

Approximately 54 fatalities each year are associated with excavation incidents, according to the agency.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 8, 2016

CA official facing embezzlement charges after allegedly diverting funds from contractors

Santa Clarita, CA, authorities said David Rubira diverted $533,571 of contractor and developer refunds into his own accounts.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 8, 2016

Report: Global construction industry plagued with slave workforce

According to LexisNexis, 7% of the world's workers serve the construction industry, meaning that "countless thousands" could be existing in modern slavery conditions.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 6, 2016

OSHA fines FL roofer $128K for fourth violation in 1 year

The agency said the company failed to provide fall protection for employees working higher than 6 feet and neglected to ensure they had appropriate eye protection.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 2, 2016

UPDATE: Metropolitan Council, MN counties approve funding for $1.86B light rail plan to move forward

The commitment to fill the gap left by state lawmakers allows project organizers to apply for a final federal funding agreement. 

By Emily Peiffer , Kim Slowey • Sept. 2, 2016

Court scrutinizing architect in 2013 PA demolition incident that killed 6

Plato A. Marinakos Jr. received immunity from criminal prosecution in exchange for his testimony against two contractors, but civil liability is still in play.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 1, 2016

Inside CA's first step toward new regulations after the Berkeley balcony collapse

A new bill could result in building code changes that lawmakers hope will prevent another tragedy like last year's accident that killed six and injured seven others.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 1, 2016

Labor Dept. sues MD contractor for alleged discrimination against 162 Hispanic, black employees

Potomac Abatement has denied allegations that it fired employees or kept them in low-paying positions based on race.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 31, 2016

FTA waiting for 'clarifying information' before kicking in $1B for beleaguered Boston Green Line extension

Federal officials advised the MBTA to continue the project's progress, but they expressed concern over what they considered an optimistic schedule and budget.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 31, 2016

Atlanta suburb alters building codes to prohibit wood-framed construction for tall structures

Despite the growing popularity of CLT, proponents of the code change maintain that steel and masonry construction methods are safer than wood.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 30, 2016

We have liftoff: New FAA commercial drone rules now in effect

The regulations have a major impact on construction and infrastructure, as the industries are already two of the biggest users of UAVs.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 30, 2016

What construction companies need to know about the contentious new 'blacklisting' rule

Industry groups have said the regulation will put the greatest burden on small businesses that might not be able to afford the cost of compliance.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 30, 2016

Report: Controversy over construction project award process followed by DC agency shakeup

However, the city administrator denies that recent resignations and suspensions at the Department of General Services were related to the decision not to award a connected contractor two major projects.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 30, 2016

TX auditor admonishes state DOT for lack of design-build guidelines

A report found that at least $8 billion of the state's transportation design-build projects could be at risk of cost overruns due to the lack of standard administration procedures.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 29, 2016