5/17/2012 - New office tower moves forward in Chicago
Plans for a new high-rise office tower in Chicago were unveiled to the public this week. (read more) |
5/17/2012 - Industry may find shortage of skilled workers
As the construction industry begins to bounce back from the recent economic slump, firms may be faced with a new challenge limiting growth: a lack of skilled workers. (read more) |
5/17/2012 - Interest in green building picks up in the UK
Construction bidding on a new type of project has ramped up in the United Kingdom. (read more) |
5/17/2012 - Columbia University starts work on athletic complex
Columbia University has already begun work on a new athletic complex at Baker Field, which it received permission to build one year ago. (read more) |
5/16/2012 - Key construction organizations push for substance-free job sites
A number of key construction industry organizations have banded together to form the Construction Coalition for a Drug- and Alcohol-Free Workplace (CCDAFW), an advocacy group trying to promote substance-free jobsites throughout the United States. (read more) |
5/16/2012 - Housing sizes to shrink
The Demand Institute recently issued a report, which predicts the average square footage of homes will likely shrink in coming years. (read more) |
5/16/2012 - Private housing is the bright spot in UK construction
A new report from the Office of National Statistics has shown that construction output in the United Kingdom during the first quarter of 2012 was slower than what many industry analysts had originally expected. (read more) |
5/14/2012 - Olympic tower at the center of controversy
The latest addition to the London skyline is stirring powerful emotions among city residents. (read more) |
5/10/2012 - Scottish construction firms going bust
Construction firms in Scotland have been forced into liquidation at an alarming rate. (read more) |
5/10/2012 - Renewable energy heats up as solar panel installations jump
Cheap panels and strong financial incentives have lead to growth in the number of solar panel installations rapidly over the last few years. (read more) |
5/10/2012 - Permitting up across Canada
Construction is likely to remain strong in Canada as figures released this week show a surprising gain in building permits. (read more) |
5/1/2012 - Construction spending remains flat
Spending on U.S. construction remained flat in March thanks to a decrease in government spending. (read more) |
4/30/2012 - NFL stadiums see renovations, construction
As the owners and executives of NFL franchises conduct their annual amateur draft this week, construction on two stadiums continues. (read more) |
4/30/2012 - More families building storm shelters in homes
The residents of Joplin, Missouri, recently approved a $62 million bond to help build community storm shelters in every school. (read more) |
4/30/2012 - Survey highlights danger of roadside construction
An average of seven motorists and one roadside construction worker are killed in a typical workweek, according to the Federal Highway Administration. (read more) |
4/26/2012 - Protective shell to contain Chornobyl radiation
Work has started on a new protective shell for the Chornobyl nuclear power plant's damaged reactor. (read more) |
4/25/2012 - Need for short-term senior care could stimulate construction sector
It's okay for a contractor to be a generalist, using construction software to bid on whichever jobs are offered to them. (read more) |
4/25/2012 - World Trade Center set to become New York's tallest building
Construction on the new towers at the World Trade Center in New York should reach a milestone as the tower at One World Trade Center surpasses the Empire State Building in total height. (read more) |
4/25/2012 - New wing to be added to Tate Modern
Construction has started on a new wing for the Tate Modern museum of art in London that will be the world's first permanent gallery dedicated to live art. (read more) |
4/25/2012 - China tops world in construction of malls
China dominates global construction of shopping malls as the emerging economy continues to build new centers at a fast pace. (read more) |
4/20/2012 - Coalition calls for a drug free workplace
A group of construction industry organizations have joined together to address substance abuse on job sites as a way to improve worker safety. (read more) |
4/20/2012 - New program helps workers recover quickly
As the weather warms and kicks off the start of construction season, one physical therapy company is launching a new rehabilitation program for injured workers. (read more) |
4/19/2012 - Hawaii construction sector begins massive turnaround
Despite some Hawaiian construction companies being forced to close up shop, the general building sector is showing serious signs of improvement. (read more) |
4/18/2012 - Green construction a top fast-growing business avenue
Much like running any business, successful construction management is pivotal to the success of a building company. (read more) |
4/18/2012 - New Zealand construction sector flourishing
Despite issues with the construction sector in Australia, the New Zealand building industry continues to gain steam and recover from the global economic recession. (read more) |
4/17/2012 - In Scottish elections, construction may play pivotal part
The Scottish construction industry is urging local candidates to make serious investments in building projects to help breathe new life in the sector. (read more) |
4/17/2012 - Finding new use for old building materials
Home builders are increasingly looking to reuse old material as an environmental friendly option for creating unique features for clients. (read more) |
4/13/2012 - Irish construction sector is turning around
The prospects of the Irish construction industry aren't exactly rosy, but things may be turning for the better, a new report from Ulster Bank suggests. (read more) |
4/10/2012 - Construction on Rockwood Exchange begins
Construction on an addition to Rockwood Exchange in the city of Norwood, Ohio, is now underway. (read more) |
4/9/2012 - Economists argue about impact of recession on construction
While prospects are slowly turning around, many construction industry professionals would argue that their sector was hit perhaps the hardest compared to other industries. (read more) |
4/4/2012 - Bullet train reloads California's construction sector
A new high-speed rail line that links Northern and Southern California will create new construction opportunities for local contractors. (read more) |
4/4/2012 - Australia embracing American construction workers
American construction professionals looking to practice their trade in Australia currently have to become licensed to do so. (read more) |
3/29/2012 - Affordable housing brings new business to New Jersey construction firms
In a part of Newark, New Jersey, once known for poverty and decay, a new affordable housing project is springing up. (read more) |
3/28/2012 - Federal construction budgets growing tighter
In the throes of the economic recession, the federal government helped contractors avoid a number of construction management issues by investing millions of dollars in new projects. (read more) |
3/28/2012 - Storm defenses near completion in New Orleans
A billion dollar upgrade to the storm surge defenses of New Orleans is coming to an end. (read more) |
3/28/2012 - Construction industry gains popularity among entrepreneurs
The construction sector in the United States was particularly hard-hit by the economic recession. (read more) |
3/21/2012 - Apartment construction continues to surge
Contractors are continuing to find new work with the construction of multi-family residences. (read more) |
3/16/2012 - Contractors feel the effects of rising gas prices
Gas prices are up and now construction companies are paying the toll. (read more) |
3/15/2012 - Work begins on new Arizona bingo hall
Casino Arizona, an organization run by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, has signed with local contractors to begin work on a new bingo hall. (read more) |
3/13/2012 - Green building gives rise to liability concerns for some contractors
Global contracting markets are gradually beginning to go green. (read more) |
3/5/2012 - Contractors need to carefully observe their contracts
Many builders are in a rush to secure new deals and in that hurry are having trouble with accounting and billing. (read more) |
2/29/2012 - Residential contracting market shows signs of strong growth in coming years
Revenue in the residential construction sector is expected to soar in coming years, offering a strong indication that the sector is beginning to emerge from the recession. (read more) |
2/29/2012 - Oklahoma city has cleared economic recession
The city of Edmond, Oklahoma, has made it through the storm of the economic recession. City officials recently noted that the number of permits issued for new projects is up by 50 percent compared to years past. (read more) |
2/29/2012 - Content marketing can help establish construction firms as industry leaders
A big part of effective construction management is developing a successful marketing initiative. (read more) |
2/27/2012 - Hawaii construction industry gets a $20 million injection
In a big move that will support Hawaii construction companies, more than $20 million worth of funding has been approved by the state, The Associated Press reports. (read more) |
2/27/2012 - Construction employment is on the rise in Arizona
Laid-off construction workers in Arizona are getting back into the market. (read more) |
2/27/2012 - AGC urges Congress to pass new construction bills
The Associated General Contractors of America is urging Congress to pass new infrastructure bills that would provide more construction opportunities to contractors. (read more) |
2/24/2012 - New budget gives OSHA more money to keep construction workers safe
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration would stand to benefit greatly from the U.S. Department of Labor's 2013 discretionary budget if approved. (read more) |
2/23/2012 - Mayo Clinic provides new jobs for several local construction workers
The healthcare industry continues to provide new construction estimating opportunities through new expansion and development contracts. (read more) |
2/23/2012 - New mall construction to create hundreds of new jobs for Arizona workers
The Glendale, Arizona, construction industry is in for an injection of new construction funding. An outlet mall on Glendale Avenue recently went under construction, KTAR reports. (read more) |
2/23/2012 - Illinois governor looks to spend big on construction
Governor Pat Quinn of Illinois asserted that the state needs to spend less money where possible, but believes investing more in construction will be good for the local economy in the long run. (read more) |
2/22/2012 - Energy-efficient construction all the rage at Iowa building conference
Many Americans are looking to save money where possible. Savvy construction companies have caught on to this trend. (read more) |
2/15/2012 - New Zealand construction industry on the brink of a resurgence
Richard Carver, the director of Jennian Homes, believes the construction industry in New Zealand is about to make a comeback in a big way, suggesting the next five years will be profitable for local contractors. (read more) |
2/14/2012 - How unforeseen stipulations can return to haunt contractors
As the construction sector dried up with the collapse of the housing market, many contractors turned to public agencies for opportunities, only to find a string of unforeseen risks, hurdles and costs. (read more) |
2/14/2012 - Infrastructure funding may get tied up by political agendas
Congress has a record of shutting down infrastructure projects, the most notable casualty being the American Jobs Act. (read more) |
2/14/2012 - Ontario construction sector blooms in January
The construction sector in Ontario is beginning to bounce back. According to a new report, the number of housing starts in the Canadian province jumped from 69,600 in December to 77,300 in January. (read more) |
2/13/2012 - New accounts help construction workers get paid more quickly
Small U.K. construction firms working on government-funded projects will now be paid more quickly, thanks to new accounts being rolled out by the Cabinet Office. (read more) |
2/9/2012 - Australian contractors rally against high interest rates
The Reserve Bank of Australia decided to leave its interest rates at 4.25 percent, a decision that many Aussie builders believe is unfair and too high, Design, Build, Source reports. (read more) |
2/7/2012 - Canadian building permits soar in December but market uncertainties remain
The value of Canadian municipal building permits soared by 11.1 percent in December to reach a total of $6.8 billion. (read more) |
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