Pact between developers and builders could loosen environmental rules and increase residential construction wages
Representatives of California's construction unions and home builders are working on a deal that the Los Angeles Times reports "both sides hope could lead...
Labor shortage: 80 percent of California’s contractors are having trouble finding qualified workers
There's a widespread labor shortage that is pushing up construction costs in California and through most of the country, the Associated General Contractors (AGC)...
California construction employment booms with largest number of newly employed workers in the nation
California's construction growth continues to be among the fastest in the nation, with the state adding more construction jobs than any other part of...
Construction employers add 36,000 new jobs in January: AGC
Construction employment increased by 36,000 jobs in January to the highest level since August 2008, according to an analysis of new government data by...
Lake on Wilshire moves forward amid community concerns in MacArthur Park
A mixed-use development that includes a 220-key hotel tower and a 41-story residential building will move forward with construction after the Planning and Land...
Contractors struggling to recruit enough skilled workers in California: AGCA
California contractors are feeling optimistic about their prospects for 2018, but many are struggling to recruit enough skilled workers, according to a report from...
WiOPS starts Northern California chapter to provide mentorship, opportunities for women in construction
A Southern California nonprofit focused on the advancement of women in construction has expanded into Northern California. Women in Construction Operations (WiOPS) will launch its...
AGC of California names Peter Tateishi as new CEO
Peter Tateishi is leaving Sacramento Metro Chamber to serve as chief executive officer of the Associated General Contractors of California, effective Jan. 1, 2018.
Tateishi...
East Bay Times: Accused of working without license, electrical firm sues group for investigating...
An Antioch-based electrical company accused of letting employees work without an electrician’s license has sued a union-affiliated group for investigating the firm without an...
California construction workers among highest paid in nation as employment growth surges
Construction workers in California are among the highest paid in the nation, according to figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The numbers also indicate...
Projects and opportunities
68-unit affordable senior housing project breaks ground in San Jose
California Construction News staff writer
Santa Clara County and Eden Housing have broken ground on a 68-unit affordable housing development for seniors in San Jose.
East...
FAA awards $870M for airport infrastructure projects, including $289M for LAX roads
California Construction News staff writer
The Federal Aviation Administration is providing $870 million in airport infrastructure projects across the United States, including $289 million for...
SDSU plans 295,000-sq. ft. senior living community at Mission Valley
California Construction News staff writer
San Diego State University, with Merrill Gardens, PMB, and Pillar Properties, announced plans to build a senior living community as...
