Texas construction labor shortage linked to immigration crackdown is emerging as a critical challenge for the state’s booming building industry, as stricter enforcement measures and policy uncertainty continue to shrink the available workforce. Contractors across the state report growing difficulty in staffing projects, leading to delays, rising costs, and increased pressure on an already strained…
A major transformation is underway in downtown Dallas as Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas Demolition Begins, signaling the start of a long-anticipated redevelopment project. The City of Dallas has launched demolition of key sections of the convention center to make way for a modern facility and connected mixed-use district. While portions of the building…
The City of Dallas is taking a major step toward revitalizing community space with the announcement that Dallas City Council Approves New Fair Park Community Park in South Dallas. Following a council vote, the City Manager and Park and Recreation Board will partner with Fair Park First to design, fund, and build the new park….
Commissioner Miller Announces $78 Million in Community Development Grants for Rural Texas, marking a significant investment in infrastructure, economic growth, and quality of life across the state’s rural communities. Through the Community Development and Block Grant (CDBG) program, 98 rural cities and counties will receive funding for essential upgrades, including 11 cities awarded $1 million…
Turner Construction Launches First Equipment Company, Expanding Equipment Rental and Site Services as Turner Construction Company recently announced the launch of First Equipment Company (FEC), a centralized equipment rental and site services company. This move represents a strategic expansion of the services Turner offers its clients while strengthening support for the trade contractors working on…
Manhattan Construction Company recently announced that it has once again been recognized by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) as an Accredited Quality Contractor (AQC), marking the 22nd time the company has earned this prestigious construction industry award. The ABC Accredited Quality Contractor credential recognizes Manhattan Construction Company’s ongoing commitment to construction leadership excellence, quality construction…
Dallas City Council voted to approve a development agreement to support redevelopment of the 72-story, 1.8 million square foot green light-trimmed office building property known as the Bank of America tower at 901 Main Street. A development team comprised of Mike Hoque of Hoque Global and Mike Ablon of PegasusAblon announced last year an intention to…
CapMetro and Brandywine Realty Trust have begun site preparations for the new North Burnet/Uptown Station, formerly referred to as Broadmoor Station. Construction have been on site since October to perform preliminary work, in preparation for full construction to begin in November 2025. This collaborative effort represents another major investment in public transportation in Central Texas,…
Governor Greg Abbott announced an investment of over $26 million in South Texas airport and water infrastructure projects to stimulate the local economy of the Rio Grande Valley during a ceremony at Mid-Valley Airport. “The Rio Grande Valley is absolutely booming,” said Governor Abbott. “The millions of people who work in the Rio Grande Valley…
Eli Lilly and Company announced that it plans to build a new $6.5 billion manufacturing facility at Generation Park in Houston, Texas. This planned next-generation synthetic medicine active pharmaceutical product (API) facility, the second of four new U.S. sites Lilly will announce this year, is expected to be operational within five years. Lilly will bring 615 new high-wage jobs to the Greater Houston area, including…
From a new bridge restoring connectivity in Travis County to congestion-relieving overpasses in Houston and pedestrian-friendly upgrades in the Panhandle, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is marking a busy summer of infrastructure progress across the state. Westlake Drive Bridge Reopens in Austin In Austin, TxDOT recently opened the newly constructed Westlake Drive bridge over…
In a decisive move to streamline development and eliminate costly delays, Mayor John Whitmire announced the launch of the City’s new 30-Day Residential Permitting Pilot Program, a key step toward fulfilling his commitment to make it easier to build in Houston. During a visit Monday morning to the Houston Permitting Center, the mayor thanked employees…
Gilbane Building, a global construction leader with a nearly 50-year history building in Texas, has hired John Bonney as Vice President and Business Leader for Texas. A seasoned construction executive, Bonney’s appointment reflects Gilbane’s continued investment in delivering exceptional service and building excellence across the region. In his new role, he will focus on strengthening…
The City of Dallas has selected Trinity Alliance, a joint venture led by AECOM Hunt and Turner Construction Company, to serve as construction manager for Component 1 of the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Master Plan project. Trinity Alliance will oversee the full scope of preconstruction, construction, and related demolition services for the convention center…
Aerial photos of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) from May 2024 show a bare apron, scattered dirt patches and early groundwork. Over a year later, imagery reveals dramatic change: a sprawling dual-pier steel structure, newly installed curtain wall glass, and a maze of cranes and support vehicles humming across the tarmac. From the ground, the…
Houston Airports welcomed hundreds of industry leaders, contractors, small business owners, and innovators to its annual Industry Day event on Monday, June 9, providing a transparent look at more than a dozen upcoming infrastructure projects scheduled between July 2025 and June 2026. Held at the Humble Civic Center, the standing-room-only event connected decision-makers with potential partners eager…
San Antonio International Airport (SAT) leaders provided a comprehensive briefing, recommending new food and beverage concessions for the Terminal B Food Court, a new parking structure, and the Ground Transportation Center. “We continue to experience strong growth at SAT. With 48 nonstop destinations and more on the horizon, we’re expanding air service like never before….
Alabama-native Cylenthia Hoyrd has spent her career in the public sector working with nonprofits and government agencies that help the underrepresented. Hoyrd has been with the city of Houston for over ten years, first serving as the Administration Manager for the Houston Public Library before joining the Office of Business Opportunity in 2023 and becoming…
During May 15’s San Antonio City Council A Session, the Council voted in support of a funding agreement between the City of San Antonio and Journey of Flight, Inc. in the amount of $500,000 for design services for the Airman Heritage Museum and Aerospace Learning Center. During the development of the FY2024 Budget, the District 4…
Overview: Bigger, better, more connected-Dallas is delivering the most important public investment in a generation: a new convention center and district that will drive jobs, housing, and growth for decades. The Master Plan is moving forward with technical rigor, transparency, discipline, and a momentum that Dallas can be proud of for decades to come. 1….
