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A“lost” 19th Century drainage cistern was uncovered alongside the National Mall.

A research team comprised of academics and industry professionals rolled out a new tool to assist firms with maximizing the value of their digital transformation on capital projects.

During the 1950s and 60s, engineers and scientists sought ways to use nuclear weapons for major construction projects such as harbors, roads and even alternative routes for the Panama Canal.

Growing labor shortages continue to plague the construction industry, while trade schools and job training programs report their current enrollment won’t make up for a wave of retiring skilled workers.

Agencies and government units other than state DOTs can now apply for funds.

GSA expects the project to incorporate low embodied-carbon materials and sustainable building systems.  

Contractor Balfour Beatty VINCI and heavy-lift specialist Mammoet rolled the bridge on two 128-wheeled self-propelled modular transporters.

Six-week program sponsored by NAWIC is exposing potential female craft professionals to the skills needed and benefits gained of working in construction. 

A 1972 ENR cover story said of Wiss Janney Elstner Associates in Northbrook, Ill., “It exists largely by looking for trouble, both before and after the fact of structural distress and failure.”