Construction spending plummets on tariff fears
Construction Dive
MAY 2, 2025
Data centers are “perhaps the only remaining source of industry momentum” as most private sectors pulled back in March, according to ABC’s chief economist.
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Infrastructure costs keep rising. Consider these approaches to mitigate them.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JANUARY 10, 2025
Infrastructure project delivery is at a crossroads. On one hand, the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) has catalyzed unprecedented infrastructure investment, while on the other, rising costs for materials, labor and energy are squeezing project budgets and complicating project planning and execution. And thats all against a backdrop of political transition.
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Should You Hire Separate Contractors for Electrical and Construction Work?
Prodyogi
APRIL 2, 2025
Imagine this: Youre planning a home renovation, excited about the final result, but then a crucial question arisesshould you hire a single general contractor to manage everything, or should you bring in separate specialists for different tasks like electrical and construction work? This is a common dilemma that many homeowners face.
Problem job sinks Mace construction profits
Construction Enquirer
JUNE 5, 2025
A problem job blew a hole in the books of Mace’s construction business with pre-tax profits slumping to £15.7m from £79.3m last time despite revenue topping £2bn from £1.73bn. Latest results for the year to December 31 2024 show that the smaller consulting operation is the main profit driver making £77.7m from £44.6m last time on increased turnover of £686.6m from £619.4m.
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HS2 fraud and bribery allegations surface
The Construction Index
MAY 15, 2025
An anonymous whistleblower is alleging large-scale fraud on the HS2 project.
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Refine versus shine: Defining and defending design intent with refined concrete
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 13, 2025
By Kristina Abrams, AIA, LEED AP, CDT, CCS, Chris Bennett, CSC, iSCS, CDT, Bill DuBois, CSI, CCS, AIA, Melody Fontenot, AIA, CSI, CCCA, CCS, Kathryn Marek, AIA, CSI, CCCA, NCARB, SCIP, Keith Robinson, RSW, FCSC, FCSI, LEED AP, Ryan Stoltz, P.E., LEED AP, Vivian Volz, CSI, AIA, LEED AP, SCIP Photo courtesy Tao Group Solutions After years of grappling with client callbacks, legal disputes, and financial losses from poor polished concrete installations, the industry has reached a breaking point: pr
Clarios plans $1B plant to shore up US critical mineral supply
Construction Dive
JUNE 2, 2025
The facility would recycle metalloid antimony to boost domestic battery production.
DOT agrees to remove race, gender-based criteria from DBE program
Construction Dive
JUNE 2, 2025
In a proposed settlement, the agency said the initiative “can no longer pass constitutional scrutiny,” effectively abandoning its defense of the decades-old policy.
How GCs can cope with problem subs
Construction Dive
MAY 27, 2025
Given construction’s labor and skills shortages, primes sometimes need to hire less-than-optimal partners. Here’s how to succeed when that happens.
The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology
Speaker: Dylan Secrest
Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.
Dallas Fort Worth airport expansion jumps to $4B
Construction Dive
MAY 6, 2025
The new Terminal F will be double the size originally planned after American Airlines increased its investment.
$500M Kelso Solar Project breaks ground in Missouri
Construction Dive
MAY 13, 2025
Renewables developer Arevon Energy is supplying Meta with its 430-megawatt project in Scott County.
DOE cancels $3.7B in carbon capture, decarbonization awards
Construction Dive
JUNE 3, 2025
Calpine, PPL Corp., Ørsted and Exxon Mobil are among the companies affected by the decision.
New steel, aluminum tariffs will push construction costs higher
Construction Dive
JUNE 5, 2025
Fresh 50% duties on the critical building materials will inflate prices across a range of commercial projects, according to panelists at a recent webinar hosted by Skanska.
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.
Kiewit, WSP tapped for $3.2B Canada nuclear waste project
Construction Dive
MAY 19, 2025
The team, along with three other firms, will build the deep geological repository in northwestern Ontario.
Data centers, but little else, prop up construction planning
Construction Dive
MAY 12, 2025
The Dodge Momentum Index rose 0.9% in April as tariffs and policy uncertainty kept many owners and developers on the sidelines.
Private construction pullback drags down overall spending
Construction Dive
JUNE 3, 2025
Nearly 22% of contractors have reported project delays or cancellations due to tariff-related impacts, according to Associated Builders and Contractors.
Private delays, abandonments drive project stress higher
Construction Dive
MAY 20, 2025
Over the past 12 months, non-public developments placed on hold jumped 40%, while abandonments increased 14.1%, according to ConstructConnect.
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Theodore Roosevelt’s $400M mass timber library rises in North Dakota
Construction Dive
MAY 21, 2025
Mercer Mass Timber, working with general contractor JE Dunn, is supplying around 1,800 cubic meters of engineered material for the 93,000-square-foot structure.
Texas plans $20B to mitigate looming water crisis
Construction Dive
MAY 30, 2025
The cash comes amid a looming water crisis in the Lone Star State as droughts intensify throughout the region.
Construction costs dip, but tariffs hike some materials’ prices
Construction Dive
MAY 16, 2025
Inputs declined overall in April due to falling energy prices, but steel and copper rose significantly while nonresidential costs continued their upward march.
The 9 largest commercial construction starts of April 2025
Construction Dive
MAY 27, 2025
Economic uncertainty and April’s tariff announcements caused groundbreakings to drop sharply, according to a new report from Dodge Construction Network.
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.
Policy uncertainty could trigger ‘recession’ for renewables, analyst says
Construction Dive
MAY 2, 2025
A lack of clarity surrounding tariffs and tax credits has triggered steep declines in funding for renewable energy in the first quarter of 2025, per Mercom Capital Group.
Top states for commercial construction spending
Construction Dive
JUNE 2, 2025
California, Florida and New York still report high spending but fell lower in per-capita rankings, according to a report from Twisted Nail, a construction aggregate supplier.
New York contractors boost pay, benefits to fight labor shortages
Construction Dive
MAY 15, 2025
A report that surveyed more than 200 contractors in New York also highlighted workforce development programs, flexible work options and mental health resources.
Turner, AECOM Hunt JV lands Dallas convention center job
Construction Dive
JUNE 5, 2025
The project, worth $3.7 billion overall, will expand the current facility to more than 2 million square feet.
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Navigating the impact of new Buy America requirements on FHWA projects
Construction Dive
MAY 27, 2025
With the Manufactured Products General Waiver gone, contractors must prepare for potential cost, schedule and quality control issues, legal experts say.
Seattle manager combines sheet metal work with technology
Construction Dive
MAY 21, 2025
Over her 13-year career in the industry, Liz Fong has become an expert in software management, process development and coding.
What NEPA changes mean for projects, permitting timelines
Construction Dive
MAY 6, 2025
The framework for environmental reviews is shifting as federal agencies revise or develop their own implementing regulations, according to attorney Alexaida Collet.
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