Oklahoma’s $2.5B Disney-sized theme park reportedly fails to launch
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The opening of the American Heartland development in Vinita has been pushed back and two firms have filed liens against the developers.
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Market headwinds force owners to hit the brakes on EV projects
Construction Dive
AUGUST 13, 2024
Financing woes, soaring material prices and waning demand are causing auto and battery makers to delay jobs, even those that have already started.
OSHA proposes rule to protect workers from extreme heat
Construction Dive
JULY 2, 2024
Released this morning, the standard would require employers to provide water and rest breaks when high heat creates a hazardous work environment.
$13B overhaul of I-45 in Houston breaks ground after years of delays
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 22, 2024
The controversial highway widening project, one of Texas’ largest infrastructure efforts, is expected to take 18 years to complete.
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Meta taps Turner, DPR, Mortenson for $10B data center
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 4, 2024
The facility in Louisiana’s Richland Parish will span more than 4 million square feet and ranks as the tech giant’s largest AI investment to date.
Construction job openings leap monthly by record amount
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 2, 2024
After several months of cooling, which experts speculate was mostly confined to the residential sector, unfilled positions increased by 138,000 in August.
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A fifth of construction workers lack permanent legal status. Can the next president change that?
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Illegal immigration has dominated the headlines during this election season, but building pros are calling for help to get skilled workers to jobsites.
How US construction left the world behind
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
The American building industry has thrived in recent years while growth has eluded contractors in many other countries. Here’s why.
Contractors shine a light on industry’s suicide problem
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
As Construction Suicide Prevention Week begins, experts urge firms to cultivate a “culture of care” to support workers.
Dockworkers’ strike could lead to material delays
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Work stoppages across East and Gulf Coast ports may cause product shortages, price hikes and delivery issues, construction experts say.
Breaking Ground on Better Payment Processes: Strategies for Construction Pros
Speaker: Timothy Allsopp
Payment challenges often lead to delayed projects, financial bottlenecks, and strained relationships. With construction projects becoming more complex, outdated processes are no longer sustainable. By refining financial workflow, companies can improve cash flow, reduce error, and foster trust between stakeholders. Discover practical strategies for redesigning payment systems to overcome workflow challenges while creating a smoother, more reliable process for contractors and subcontractors alike.
Holiday lights bring seasonal cheer to jobsites
Construction Dive
DECEMBER 20, 2024
From a tall crane in North Carolina to a festive office in arid Arizona, contractors across the country are going all in on the holiday spirit.
Pittsburgh to gain 2 entertainment projects worth more than $800M
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The $740 million riverside development and $64 million concert venue will bring new leisure, retail and housing options to the Steel City.
Top 5 causes of construction delays
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Touchplan, a production planning platform, captured data from over 321,000 scheduled tasks over the past year to compile the reasons.
Why building US highways is so expensive
Construction Dive
AUGUST 20, 2024
Lower state DOT staffing levels correspond with higher project costs, while a lack of contractor competition drives up prices, researchers found.
Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors
Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant
Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.
Construction backlog rebounds in wake of rate cut
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 17, 2024
After briefly falling at the end of the summer, the amount of work on builders’ books rose again following the Fed’s loosening last month.
How contractors can guard against wage theft on their jobsites
Construction Dive
AUGUST 27, 2024
GCs need to thoroughly vet subcontractors, use careful contract language and lean on labor partnerships to limit their risk, attorneys say.
5 airport megaprojects reach new heights
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Priced in the billions, these new gates, runways, concourses and other improvements are underway around the country.
6 of the biggest OSHA fines of Q2 2024
Construction Dive
AUGUST 1, 2024
A Guam contractor faces over $1 million in penalties for an alleged history of failing to protect workers in trenches.
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Florida construction workers say they’re denied water, rest, shade
Construction Dive
MAY 30, 2024
With a state law restricting local governments from mandating heat safety on the horizon, immigrant laborers say bosses refuse their calls for relief.
Construction leaders form executive council on suicide prevention
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 21, 2024
Some of the biggest names in the industry have created a group to meet quarterly on how to improve mental health offerings.
NYC plans $1B buildout via project labor agreements
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
The $270 million Willets Point redevelopment, part of an initiative that includes the city’s first soccer-specific stadium, could pave the way for an additional $50 billion in projects.
The heat is on. Contractors say they’re ready.
Construction Dive
JUNE 6, 2024
Commercial construction firms aren't waiting on OSHA's much-anticipated heat standard to protect their workers.
The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation
Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network
In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.
The need for speed can lead to problems on projects, engineers say
Construction Dive
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
The push to accelerate construction and a lack of maintenance on existing infrastructure and buildings are top concerns for structural engineers, a new survey found.
TSMC reaches deal with Arizona union on $40B chip factory project
Construction Dive
JANUARY 18, 2024
The semiconductor giant’s plan to import workers from Taiwan sparked strong opposition from the Arizona Building and Construction Trades Council.
EPA requires lead pipes to be replaced nationwide within 10 years
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 8, 2024
The landmark rule imposes the strictest limits on lead in drinking water since federal standards were set 30 years ago.
Florida bill aims to ban local mandates for heat protection
Construction Dive
MARCH 14, 2024
The legislation on the desk of Gov. Ron DeSantis would block counties and cities from requiring companies to protect their workers from extreme heat.
The Ultimate Checklist for Choosing the Right Construction Management Software
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Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs. A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Companies need a secure, centralized system to manage documents, scheduling, financials, and more.
OSHA’s walkaround rule raises questions of liability, safety
Construction Dive
AUGUST 15, 2024
Several industry groups have filed suit to stop the change, which expands the definition of who can be present during jobsite inspections.
Apprenticeships help workers see construction as their first choice
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 24, 2024
To combat the labor shortage, John Mielke, senior director of apprenticeship for ABC, says contractors need to provide more on-ramps to careers in the industry.
New construction technology releases: October 2024
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 30, 2024
From a chatbot that speaks builders’ language to tech that corrals massive amounts of data captured from scans, this month’s offerings are aimed at simplifying complex tasks.
Construction starts jump 20% to close 2023
Construction Dive
JANUARY 19, 2024
December’s rebound after three down months signaled “the planning queue is stabilizing,” according to Dodge’s chief economist.
The Art of Contingency Planning: Dealing with Unforeseen Costs
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Contingency planning is a strategic plan to allocate resources, time, and money if “all hell breaks loose” on a project. It considers risk mitigation and planning for a worst-case scenario. Contingency planning in construction is necessary. You're expected to throw in a percentage to cover a contingency plan in your estimates but is it enough? There is an art to this type of planning and, if project leaders aren’t careful, a contingency plan could cost the company a lot more than lapsed deadlin
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