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Balfour Beatty Secures $746M to Rebuild I-35 in Austin

AUSTIN, TX — Balfour Beatty, the international infrastructure group, announces that it has been awarded a $746 million contract by the Texas Department of Transportation to rebuild part of Interstate 35 (I-35) through Austin, Texas.

“This latest contract award demonstrates our leading civil engineering capabilities and is testament to …

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TxDOT Breaks Ground on I-35 Capital Express Central Project

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) was joined by Texas Transportation Commission Chairman J. Bruce Bugg, Jr., Commissioner Robert Vaughn, Senator Judith Zaffirini, and other partners to break ground on the I-35 Capital Express Central project in Austin, Texas.

“Currently, TxDOT has under contract over …

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Closner Equipment Breaks Ground on New Facility in Elgin

ELGIN, TX — Closner Equipment, a provider of road construction and maintenance equipment, announces the groundbreaking of its new branch in Elgin, Texas. Set to open in the summer of 2025, this new facility will serve as a significant step in expanding Closner Equipment’s product support and equipment capabilities …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction Completes Mid Cities Logistics Project

FORT WORTH, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, recently completed construction for Transwestern’s Mid Cities Logistics, a massive 65-acre logistics hub in southeast Fort Worth.

AP broke ground on the Mid Cities Logistics development in February 2023. The project was designed …

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KDC Completes Port Freeport Facility for Volkswagen Group of America

FREEPORT, TX — KDC recently completed the new $114 million Port of Freeport facility in Freeport, Texas, for Volkswagen Group of America (VWGoA).

Situated on 120 acres about 63 miles south of Houston, the new Gulf Coast hub will import and process up to 140,000 Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini, and …

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Austin-Gilbane Celebrates Opening of Mickey Leland International Terminal

HOUSTON, TX — International flights have already begun departing from the new D West terminal at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). The Austin-Gilbane Joint Venture has successfully delivered the Mickey Leland International Terminal, marking a significant milestone for the City of Houston.

“First, I would like to congratulate all the …

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Lamar CISD Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Career and Technical Education Center in Houston

HOUSTON, TX — Lamar Consolidated Independent School District (CISD) recently celebrated the groundbreaking of its new Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center, currently expected to open for students by the fall of 2026. Stantec collaborated with Lamar CISD to design and develop the 236,000-square-foot campus that will serve all six …

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Pfluger Architects, N&T Construction, and Orangefield ISD Break Ground on Educational Facilities

HOUSTON, TX — Orangefield Independent School District (ISD), in collaboration with Pfluger Architects and N&T Construction, recently commenced construction on substantial improvements across its three campuses. Funded by a $42.9 million bond approved in 2023 — its first successful bond in 20 years — these projects are a direct …

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Skanska to Construct New Harris Health Central Fill Pharmacy

HOUSTON, TX — Skanska, a global construction and development firm, signed a contract with Harris Health System for the construction of a new four-story Harris Health Central Fill Pharmacy and associated departments. The new building will incorporate spaces on levels 1 and 2, allowing for the flexible expansion of …

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KDC and Oncor Celebrate Completion of Distribution Center in Midlothian

MIDLOTHIAN, TX — KDC and Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the new distribution center at Midlothian’s Railport Business Park.

KDC broke ground on the nearly 422,000-square-foot, LEED-certified, build-to-suit industrial facility in December 2023. The facility sits on 60.7 acres in Midlothian, …

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Entergy Texas Boosts Reliability and Resiliency with $110M Upgrade to Bolivar Peninsula’s Power Grid

Aiming to improve reliability and prepare for future growth in the Bolivar Peninsula in Galveston County, Texas, Entergy Texas has embarked on a $110 million upgrade to its energy production facilities to withstand 150 mph winds during hurricanes.

“We need more load serving capability to serve all of the growth …

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Port of Corpus Christi’s Redevelopment of Operating Oil Terminal Doubles Barge Berth Capacity at Largest US Crude Oil Port

When the Port of Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) set its sights on redeveloping one of its busiest oil terminals at Avery Point operated by multiple stakeholders, a key consideration was to find ways of minimizing disruptions to existing operations via a phased approach.

As the first phase of the project …

TxDOT Finalizes Buyback of SH 288, Begins Plans to Build General-Purpose Lanes

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has completed the termination of the SH 288 Comprehensive Development Agreement (CDA). This historic move is expected to bring Texans future toll relief and more free lanes to drive in the Houston area.

“This is an extraordinary outcome for Texans. Not …

Texas Water Development Board Approves Financial Assistance Totaling $120M for Water and Wastewater Projects

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Water Development Board approves financial assistance totaling $120.4 million for water and wastewater projects.

  • $122,449 to the City of O’Donnell (Lynn County) for a lead service line inventory
  • $6.1 million to the City of Seminole (Gaines County) for water system improvements
  • $16.6 million to the …

Adolfson & Peterson Breaks Ground on SportsPark in Greenville, Texas

GREENVILLE, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), BRS Architecture, and the City of Greenville recently broke ground on the new multi-generational center at the SportsPark.

The SportsPark Center will be a new 120,390-square-foot recreation and athletic center featuring six basketball courts with an area designated for an interchangeable …

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Synthica Energy Selects Archer Western as Construction Partner for New Waste-to-Energy Facility in San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Synthica Energy, a developer of anaerobic digestion facilities that convert organic waste into renewable natural gas (RNG), has selected Archer Western Construction (a subsidiary of The Walsh Group) as its partner for development of Synthica’s new facility in San Antonio, Texas. Archer Western has been …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction Awarded Austin Independent School District Projects

AUSTIN, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, was recently awarded the construction and renovation contract for Austin Independent School District’s (Austin ISD’s) Anderson and McCallum High Schools.

Anderson High School in Northwest Austin, Texas, was built in 1970. The renovation includes …

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Historic Funding Approved for Texas Ship Channels

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Transportation Commission has approved historic funding for ship channel improvement projects that will support Texas’ economic growth, increase trade, generate jobs, and ensure seaports remain competitive.

The commission approved $400 million in Ship Channel Improvement Revolving Fund loans for two projects near Beaumont and Brownsville, …

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DFW Airport Announces the $3B Reimagining of Terminal C

DALLAS, TX — Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) celebrated the beginning of major work on its nearly $9 billion capital improvement plan called, DFW Forward. DFW Forward will transform terminals, add new facilities and amenities, grow the number of gates, improve roadways and connectivity, enhance the airfield, and mark …

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Cadence McShane, Morales Construction Services Commence Renovation and Expansion of Wedgwood Middle School

FORT WORTH, TX — Cadence McShane, in partnership with Morales Construction Services, announces the commencement of a comprehensive renovation and expansion project at Wedgwood Middle School in the Fort Worth Independent School District (FWISD). This endeavor shows Cadence McShane's commitment to enhancing educational environments and supporting the growth …

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LAN to Lead Project Management for TxDOT’s Seawolf Parkway Bridge Replacement

HOUSTON, TX — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) has been chosen to assist the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Houston District in managing the Seawolf Parkway Project.

LAN’s involvement includes providing project management support, with Craig Hester, PE, Senior Technical Leader, serving as Project Manager.

As part of …

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Skanska’s Downtown Houston Office Tower Earns LEED Platinum Sustainable Certification

HOUSTON, TX — Skanska, a development and construction company, announces that its Class A trophy tower at 1500 Lamar Street in Downtown Houston has been awarded LEED Platinum V4 certification. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is the most widely …

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TxDOT Leadership Kicks Off I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project Construction

HOUSTON, TX — Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials, joined by Texas Transportation Commission Chairman J. Bruce Bugg, Texas Transportation Commissioner Steven Alvis, Houston Mayor John Whitmire, TxDOT Executive Director Marc Williams, PE, TxDOT Interim Houston District Engineer Mo Bur, PE, TxDOT Houston Deputy District Engineer, …

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Fisk Electric Awarded First Phase of $147M Electrical Contract for New Harris Health Hospital

HOUSTON, TX — Tutor Perini Corporation, a civil, building, and specialty construction company, announces that its subsidiary, Fisk Electric Company (Fisk Electric), has been awarded the first phase (valued at approximately $29 million) of a guaranteed maximum price contract currently valued at approximately $147 million by McCarthy Building Companies, …

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Manhattan Construction Company Wins Two ABC Greater Houston Excellence in Construction Merit Awards

HOUSTON, TX — The Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) Greater Houston has honored Manhattan Construction Company with two Excellence in Construction (EIC) Merit awards. The Excellence in Construction Awards celebrate the best in Merit Shop Construction — honoring the year’s most outstanding construction projects and contractors for their achievements in …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction Completes Phase 1 of Sunrise Commerce Center in Round Rock, Texas

ROUND ROCK, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, recently completed more than 310,000 square feet of industrial space for the Sunrise Commerce Center in Round Rock, Texas.  

Owned by IDI Logistics and spanning 37 acres, the Class A industrial development is …

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Splendora ISD Breaks Ground on New Peach Creek Elementary School

SPLENDORA, TX — Splendora Independent School District (Splendora ISD) broke ground on the new Peach Creek Elementary School, scheduled to open in August 2025. The event was attended by school board members, administrators, local officials, and project partners.

The new 130,000-square-foot school will replace the aging Peach Creek Elementary, providing …

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TxDOT Addresses Traffic Congestion in Austin with $548M I-35 Capital Express South Project

Interstate Highway 35 is the primary north/south transportation corridor in the booming Lone Star State. Its route through the center of Austin, Texas, has suffered from severe congestion for decades. To solve the issue, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) developed a …

AECOM to Design the Upgrade and Expansion of the Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant

AUSTIN, TX — AECOM, an infrastructure consulting firm, announces its selection by the City of Austin as the prime consultant for the expansion of the Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant in Austin, Texas. The project aims to improve the aging structure’s operational and environmental features by increasing the plant’s …

AECOM Selected as Lead Designer for North Houston Highway Improvement Project

HOUSTON, TX — AECOM announces it has been selected by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to provide design services for Segment 3C-4 of the North Houston Highway Improvement Project (NHHIP), a planned multi-segment redesign of I-45N, between downtown Houston and the North Sam Houston Tollway. The project includes lane …

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TWDB Approves Financial Assistance Totaling $98.72M for Water and Wastewater Projects

MCKINNEY, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) approves financial assistance totaling over $98.72 million for water and wastewater projects.


  • $1.63 million to the City of Idalou (Lubbock County) for a water system project
  • $17.49 million to the City of Mason (Mason County) for water system improvements
  • $4.4 …

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Sundt Construction Completes Windhaven Parkway

DALLAS, TX — Sundt Construction recently completed the City of Lewisville’s Windhaven Parkway, a $16.57 million project that included construction of approximately 1,500 feet of four-lane roadway connecting Windhaven Parkway from Cookie Lane to Brown Knight Lane.

“Thanks to the diligent work of our employee-owners, we’re pleased to deliver the …

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Skanska Begins Construction at the University of North Texas

DENTON, TX — Skanska, a construction and development firm, announces the groundbreaking of the University of North Texas Science and Technology Building on the university’s main campus in Denton, Texas. Construction is expected to be completed in spring 2026.

The 110,000-square foot, $87 million new building will fulfill a …

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LAN Celebrates Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Harvest Ridge Elementary School in Elgin ISD

ELGIN, TX — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces the completion and ribbon-cutting ceremony for Harvest Ridge Elementary School, part of the Elgin Independent School District (EISD). The event marks a significant milestone in addressing the district’s growing educational needs.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony took at Harvest Ridge Elementary School. …

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Fort Bend Town Center METRO Garage Tops Out

FORT BEND, TX — The construction of the new Fort Bend Town Center METRO Garage hit a milestone with the completion of all the structural work. A topping-out ceremony was held to celebrate the hard work and achievements of all involved in the project. Over 100 were in attendance including …

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VLK Architects Celebrates Opening of Eagle Mountain High School

FORT WORTH, TX — Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD (EMS ISD) recently welcomed students at the new Eagle Mountain High School (EMHS). It is the district’s fourth comprehensive high school and, when filled, has capacity for 2,400 students. Construction was made possible by the voter-approved bond proposal passed in 2017.

Rather than …

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Dollar Bay Marsh Restoration Project Wins ASBPA Best Restored Shores Award

GALVESTON, TX — HDR’s Dollar Bay Marsh Restoration Project won the 2024 Best Restored Shores Award from the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association. The Best Restored Shores program annually honors projects that enhance shoreline resiliency by addressing environmental degradation, storm impacts, climate change, and sea level rise in …

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TCC Breaks Ground on 1.35-Million-Square-Foot Industrial Park in Southwest Houston

HOUSTON, TX — Trammell Crow Company (TCC), a global commercial real estate developer, and joint venture partner Daiwa House Texas have broken ground on Blue Ridge Commerce Center (Blue Ridge), a five-building industrial park located in Houston, Texas. Set on 92 acres in Fort Bend County, the master-planned development will …

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TCC Reaches Major Milestone on 752,000-Square-Foot Logistics Center Near Port of Houston

HOUSTON, TX — Trammell Crow Company (TCC), a global commercial real estate developer, in joint venture partnership with an affiliate of South Atlantic Services, has tilted walls at TCC’s latest industrial development in the Houston area, Carpenters Logistics Center. Located 2 miles from the Interstate 10 and Beltway 8 …

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ARCO Design/Build Breaks Ground on Speculative Industrial Facility in Laredo, Texas

LAREDO, TX — ARCO Design/Build (ARCO), a national design-build firm and builder of distribution centers and warehouses, has broken ground on a 236,693-square-foot speculative industrial facility in Laredo, Texas. This strategic project, developed by Alliance Industrial Company in partnership with Realterm, addresses the increasing demand for logistics facilities in …

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Lockhart ISD and VLK Architects Sign Final Structural Steel Beam for Lockhart High School Additions

LOCKHART, TX — VLK Architects and Core Construction gathered with Lockhart Independent School District board members, principals, teachers, and the bond construction manager for a beam signing at Lockhart High School (LHS). In November 2022, the Lockhart community voted in support of a bond election providing the funds for expanding …

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City of Pearland Breaks Ground on Barry Rose Water Reclamation Facility Replacement and Expansion

PEARLAND, TX — The City of Pearland broke ground on the expansion of the Barry Rose Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Replacement and Expansion project, which will increase the plant’s wastewater treatment capacity from 3.1 million gallons per day (MGD) to 5 MGD to better address the community’s growing needs.

The …

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Skanska Breaks Ground on New STEM Building at Texas State University

SAN MARCOS, TX — Skanska, a global construction and development firm, recently broke ground on Texas State University’s new Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Classroom Building. The significant milestone marked the start of construction of the new $137 million project located on the San Marcos campus.

The new …

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Robins & Morton, Texas Health, and Human Services Mark Groundbreaking for $573M Terrell State Hospital

TERRELL, TX — Construction firm Robins & Morton joined the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) recently to mark the groundbreaking for Terrell State Hospital’s replacement facility.

The 415,500-square-foot, 250-bed project will replace the 139-year-old psychiatric hospital. It will feature therapeutic spaces and separate areas for adult and adolescent …

Texas Governor, TxDOT Announce Record $148B Transportation Investment

AUSTIN, TX — Governor Greg Abbott announces a record $148 billion in total investment for Texas’ transportation infrastructure. This investment includes the unanimous adoption of the more than $104 billion 10-year transportation plan by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to improve safety, address congestion and connectivity, and preserve roadways …

Texas Water Development Board Approves Financial Assistance Totaling $82.3M for Water and Wastewater Projects

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) approves financial assistance totaling approximately $82.3 million for water and wastewater projects.

  • $2.14 million to the City of Gordon (Palo Pinto County) for water system improvements
  • $122,449 to the City of Mertzon (Irion County) for a lead service line inventory
  • $1 …

Clark, SmithGroup, and HKS Celebrate Groundbreaking of the New El Paso VA Health Care Center

EL PASO, TX — The design-build team of Clark Construction Group and the SmithGroup + HKS Joint Venture celebrated the groundbreaking of the new El Paso VA Health Care Center in Fort Bliss, Texas. The design-build team joined the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the U.S. Army Corps …

USACE, GLO Sign Memorandum for Design Work on Coastal Texas Project

GALVESTON, TX — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Galveston District (SWG) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Texas General Land Office (GLO) for design work on the Coastal Texas Project's (CTX) ecosystem restoration measures and the coastal storm risk management measure on South Padre Island. This …

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TxDOT Opens Long-Awaited Bridge in Bowie, Cass Counties

ATLANTA, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has opened a new bridge on State Highway 8, crossing Wright Patman Lake between Bowie and Cass counties.

"The width of the old bridges was not up to our current standards for a highway like SH 8," Texarkana Area Engineer Tommy …

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NextDecade Executes EPC Contract with Bechtel for Train 4 at the Rio Grande LNG Facility

BROWNSVILLE, TX — NextDecade Corporation (NextDecade) announces that its subsidiary Rio Grande LNG Train 4, LLC (Rio Grande LNG Train 4) has executed a lump sum turnkey engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract with Bechtel Energy Inc. (Bechtel) for the construction of Train 4 and related infrastructure at the Rio …

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Crosby High School Expansion Project Commences with Groundbreaking Ceremony

CROSBY, TX — Lockwood, Andrews, and Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces the groundbreaking ceremony to expand Crosby High School. The event marks the beginning of a project that will enhance the educational facilities at Crosby High School and meet the growing needs of the community.

The expansion project includes the construction …

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MYCON General Contractors, Inc. Begins Construction of New U-Haul in Denton, Texas

DALLAS, TX — Dallas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) continues its partnership with North America’s largest do-it-yourself moving and self-storage operator, U-Haul, as it secures the seventh project with the client. The general contractor has started construction on the new three-building, 127,205-square-foot self-storage development in Denton, Texas.

“Our team is …

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Texas Woman's University Celebrates Topping Off of Health Sciences Building

DENTON, TX ― University officials and commercial builders and architects marked a significant milestone in the construction of Texas Woman’s University's (TWU) health sciences center, which will expand programming and research at TWU and increase health-related services for north Texans.

University leaders and representatives of AECOM Hunt construction and SmithGroup …

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DICK’S Sporting Goods Expands Supply Chain Network with New Distribution Center in Fort Worth, Texas

FORT WORTH, TX — DICK’S Sporting Goods announces that it plans to construct an 800,000-square-foot regional distribution center in Fort Worth, Texas, which is expected to bring 300 new full-time jobs to the region over the next 10 years.

The next generation facility will support DICK’S business in Texas and …

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TxDOT Officials Cut the Ribbon on the I-69 Southwest/I-610 West Loop Interchange Project

HOUSTON, TX — Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials recently celebrated the completion of the Interstate-69 Southwest/Interstate-610 West Loop Interchange Reconstruction. The interchange serves as an important commuter connection to downtown Houston, southwest Houston, the Galleria, the city of Bellaire, West University, Rice Village, and areas in between.

The project …

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Cotulla ISD and Pfluger Architects Break Ground on South Texas High School Renovations

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Cotulla Independent School District (ISD), a South Texas district of nearly 1,200 students, recently began construction on renovations to the 1957 high school buildings. Designed by Pfluger Architects, the renovations and additions to the campus will work around existing buildings to integrate into the site …

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Tomball ISD Celebrates Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for West Elementary School

TOMBALL, TX — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam Inc. (LAN) announces the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Tomball Independent School District’s (TISD) new West Elementary School, formerly Juergen Road Elementary School No. 12. The event marks a significant milestone in the ongoing expansion and development of the district’s educational facilities.

West Elementary School …

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Massman Construction Ensures Safety in Flash Flood Alley with $76M Dam Floodgate Replacement Project

“Owning a dam is like owning an old house,” said Kelly Payne, Vice President of Water Operations for the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) in central Texas. “There is always something that needs a little TLC and maintenance.”

As the manager of a series of dams in what is …

TxDOT Delivers $156M to Transit Agencies Across Texas

AUSTIN, TX — Texans across the state rely on public transit, and new funding from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will help provide access and expand service for people to get to jobs, school, medical appointments, and other important destinations. More than $123 million in funding was approved by …

TWDB Approves Financial Assistance Totaling Over $3B for Water and Wastewater Projects

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) approves financial assistance totaling $3,031,935,000 for water and wastewater projects through the State Water Implementation Fund for Texas program and Clean Water State Revolving Fund.

  • $16 million to the Bistone Municipal Water Supply District (Limestone County) for a water supply project …

USACE Galveston District Awards $104M Contract for Deepening of Brazos Island Harbor Ship Channel

GALVESTON, TX — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Galveston District (SWG) awards a contract in the amount of $104 million to Callan Marine Ltd. for deepening of the Brazos Island Harbor (BIH) Ship Channel in south Texas. USACE and the Port of Brownsville will be deepening the ship …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction and Potter County Complete New District Courts Building in Amarillo

AMARILLO, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, and general contractor, recently completed the new five-story, 158,250-square-foot Potter County District Courts Building in Amarillo, Texas.

Designed by HOK Group Inc., a global design, architecture, engineering, and planning firm, the new courthouse …

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Lawrence Group Designing Medical Office Building for Austin Regional Clinic

AUSTIN, TX — Austin Regional Clinic (ARC) has embarked on a project to replace a prefabricated metal building at its Ben White Boulevard location with a two-story medical office building. The Central Texas health care provider hired Lawrence Group Architects to perform a feasibility study and design for the new …

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VLK Architects Joins Willis ISD in Celebrating the Groundbreaking of Middle School Funded by the May 2022 Bond

CONROE, TX — VLK Architects recently celebrated the groundbreaking of Willis ISD’s third middle school alongside district administrators, school board members, and general contractor Duratech. Funding for this project is from the voter-approved May 2022 bond, which allows Willis ISD to accommodate for the expected growth in the area. …

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New Parking Structure at Galveston Ferry Landing Unveiled with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

GALVESTON, TX — Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) announces the completion of the new parking structure at the Galveston Ferry Landing. The ribbon-cutting ceremony marks an important milestone in enhancing transportation infrastructure and community convenience in Galveston, Texas, in partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).

LAN began …

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Center for Biotechnology Under Construction at San Jacinto College

HOUSTON, TX — A first for the Houston area, San Jacinto College is partnering with Pfluger Architects to build training facilities for the highly specialized field of biotechnology, creating career pathways for skilled professionals in this rapidly growing industry.

The 17,450-square-foot Center for Biotechnology is under construction at the college’s …

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Pfluger Architects, Bartlett Cocke, and Texas City ISD Open New Marathon STEM and Robotics Center

HOUSTON, TX — Texas City Independent School District (TCISD) opened the doors to the district’s innovative new Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) and Robotics Center, a learning facility serving students in grades K-12. Designed and built by Pfluger Architects and Bartlett Cocke, this project transformed an unused storage …

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Sempra Infrastructure Announces EPC Contract with Bechtel for Port Arthur LNG Phase 2

PORT ARTHUR, TX — Sempra Infrastructure, a subsidiary of Sempra, announces that Port Arthur LNG Phase 2 and Bechtel Energy (Bechtel) have signed a fixed-price engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract for the Port Arthur LNG Phase 2 project under development in Port Arthur, Texas.

"We are thrilled to …

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Kiewit Guides the City of Sherman Through First Wastewater CMAR

SHERMAN, TX — When Sherman, Texas, urgently needed to expand its wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) capacity due to a booming tech industry, the city turned to the Construction Management-at-Risk (CMAR) delivery method. Kiewit was selected by the city to help with its first utility-related CMAR.

CMAR is a qualifications-based collaborative …

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Lane Construction Advances on Third Phase of $259M 183A Toll Road Extension

Responding to significant population increases in Williamson County, the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (Mobility Authority) began construction in 2021 to extend the 183A toll road north to Liberty Hill, aiming to reduce congestion, improve safety, and save commuters time.

“The big growth in that area of Williamson County has …

Texas Public Works Association Honors LAN with Project of the Year Award

HOUSTON, TX — The Texas Chapter of the American Public Works Association (Tx-APWA) has awarded Houston Public Works, Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam Inc. (LAN), and Harper Brothers Construction the Project of the Year Award for Environments over $75 million for the Northeast Transmission Line (NETL) program. The award was …

Ramtech Receives First Place MBI Awards of Distinction Honor at the 2024 World of Modular Convention

MANSFIELD, TX — Design-build construction firm Ramtech Building Systems of Mansfield, Texas, announces that the company has received a first place Awards of Distinction trophy at the 41st annual Modular Building Institute 2024 World of Modular Conference and Tradeshow. The sold-out conference welcomed over 1,500 attendees who gathered for networking …

AtkinsRéalis Awarded Construction Engineering and Inspection Services Contract from TxDOT

WACO, TX — AtkinsRéalis Group Inc., a fully integrated professional services and project management company with offices around the world, announces that it has been awarded a four-year, $18 million contract by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to provide Construction Engineering and Inspection Services (CE&I) for an interstate …

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Elgin ISD and Pfluger Architects Break Ground on Second Elementary School

AUSTIN, TX — Elgin Independent School District (ISD), a rapidly growing area east of Austin, recently began construction on Trinity Ranch Elementary, which will welcome 850 students in fall 2025. The school, designed by Pfluger Architects, is the second elementary resulting from a bond passed in 2021. Harvest Ridge …

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Turner Breaks Ground on $41M Texas A&M University at Galveston Project

GALVESTON, TX — Turner Construction Company was awarded a $41 million contract to build an Engineering Classroom and Research Building for Texas A&M University at Galveston in Galveston, Texas. The team, along with design partner Page and local city officials, celebrated the start of work with a groundbreaking ceremony.

The …

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Ferrovial Awarded Five Infrastructure Projects in Texas

HOUSTON, TX — Ferrovial announces, through its construction subsidiary Webber, that it was awarded two contracts from the Texas Department of Transportation, and PLW Waterworks was awarded three Texas water and wastewater treatment facility projects.

Ferrovial acquired Houston-based construction company Webber in 2005. Over the past 20 years, …

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TxDOT's Irving Interchange Project Transforms Congested Corridors

IRVING, TX — A congested triangle of highway interchanges is becoming a distant memory after a massive overhaul of the corridors wraps up in Irving.

The Irving Interchange surrounds the old Texas Stadium site in the Dallas District and is where SH 183, SH 114, Loop 12, and Spur 482 …

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Sundt Makes Progress on Renovations to the Lake McQueeney and Lake Placid Dams

NEW BRAUNFELS, TX — The Lake McQueeney and Lake Placid dams are among those along the Guadalupe River that are almost a century old. With catastrophic flood events becoming more common in Texas, the Guadalupe Blanco River Authority (GBRA) and residents of the two lakes are taking action to revitalize …

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Sundt Breaks Ground on IH-20 in Odessa, Texas

ODESSA, TX — Sundt Construction officially broke ground on segment 2 of the Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) IH-20 Improvements project. The $237.9 million project will reconstruct a 5.1-mile stretch of IH-20 in Odessa, Texas, part of the vital energy sector corridor.

“This project will redefine safe travel for …

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Flatiron-Led Joint Venture Wins Construction Portion of $446M Green Line Project in San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO, TX — San Antonio’s VIA Metropolitan Transit Authority selected Flatiron and its joint venture partner Herzog for the construction portion of the $446.3 million North-South Corridor Advanced Rapid Transit (ART) project, commonly referred to as the Green Line. The 12-mile Green Line will provide a north-south sustainable mobility …

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Final Phase of Broadway Street Project to Transform Vital Traffic Corridor in San Antonio

Now in its final phase, an extensive road project is poised to transform a critical traffic artery in San Antonio. The Broadway Street Reconstruction Project aims to revitalize the lower portion of the Broadway Street Corridor from East Houston to Interstate 35, along a vital route which connects the historic …

AECOM Selected by TxDOT to Deliver Drainage Tunnels for I-35 Capital Express Central Project in Austin

AUSTIN, TX — AECOM announces it has been selected by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to provide project inspection services for the construction of drainage tunnels for the next phase of its $4.5 billion Capital Express (CapEx) Central project in Austin. The project includes the delivery of two large-diameter …

Texas Water Development Board Approves Financial Assistance Totaling $94.8M for Water and Wastewater Projects

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) approves financial assistance totaling $94.8 million for water and wastewater projects.

  • $2.26 million to the City of Brady (McCulloch County) for water distribution system improvements
  • $5.23 million to the City of Brady (McCulloch County) for a lead service line replacement project …

TWDB Approves Financial Assistance Totaling $50M for Water and Wastewater Projects

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) approves financial assistance totaling around $50 million for water and wastewater projects.

  • $2.11 million to the City of Huntington (Angelina County) for a drinking water project
  • $3.92 million to the City of New Summerfield (Cherokee County) for a drinking water project …

West Texas City Selects Woolpert for Engineering, Design, and Construction Management Services Contract

BIG SPRING, TX — The City of Big Spring, Texas has selected Woolpert to provide engineering, design, and construction management services for up to three airport improvement projects at McMahon-Wrinkle Airport. The projects include remarking airfield aircraft operation areas, rehabilitating and reconstructing aging runway pavement, and replacing and upgrading existing …

Texas A&M Selects Architect, Construction Manager for Clinical Veterinary Teaching and Research Complex

COLLEGE STATION, TX — The Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) has reached a milestone in its plan to build a new Clinical Veterinary Teaching and Research Complex (CVTRC), partnering with Page, a full-service architecture, engineering, and design firm, and Texas-owned Vaughn Construction to design …

Granite Awarded $89M Subcontract for United Airlines Terminal B Airside Transformation Program

HOUSTON, TX — Granite announces that it has been awarded an $89 million subcontract by United Airlines and Manhattan Construction as part of the overall United Airlines Terminal B Airside Transformation program, a $2 billion initiative funded by United Airlines and the City of Houston (Houston Airport System). The project …

Major I-69 Bridge Extension Project Set to Transform Brazos River Crossing

HOUSTON, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has recently begun the I-69 bridge extension project over the Brazos River in Fort Bend County, promising significant improvements in mobility and safety.

This $53 million project will extend the I-69 mainlane and frontage road bridges both northbound and southbound by …

Ferrovial Acquires a 257 MWdc Solar Project in Texas, Powering 36,000 Households

LEON COUNTY, TX — Ferrovial, a global infrastructure company, announces it signed an agreement which includes the construction and operation of a 257 MWdc solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in Leon County, Texas, capable of serving over 36,000 homes.

Ferrovial is investing $72 million in this project, which is an …

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Texas’ Amended Regional Flood Plan Recommendations Total Over $54B

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) has approved amendments to the first-ever regional flood plans that recommend additional solutions to reduce the risk and impact of flooding across the state, bringing the total estimated cost of flood risk reduction solutions for all 15 planning regions to more …

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McCarthy Completes New Port of Beaumont Main Street Terminal

BEAUMONT, TX — McCarthy Building Companies has completed construction on Port of Beaumont’s Main Street Terminal 1. The project included demolition of a failed dock structure and construction of a new general cargo dock. The location of Port of Beaumont along the Texas Gulf Coast makes it the No. 1 …

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USDOT Secretary Buttigieg Visits Texas to Celebrate Investments that will Reconnect Communities

DALLAS, TX — As part of the Biden-Harris Administration's ongoing Investing in America Tour, U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Secretary Pete Buttigieg traveled to Dallas, Texas, to celebrate awards that will reshape and reconnect communities.

Buttigieg and USDOT recently announced $3.3 billion in funding from President Joe Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure …

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Gage Zero and Hillwood Announce Plans to Develop Texas' First EV Fleet Charging Hub

FORT WORTH, TX — Gage Zero LLC (Gage Zero), an Austin-based fleet electrification solutions company that deploys and operates electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, and Hillwood, a development company, announce plans to develop Texas’ first public commercial EV charging facility, catering to trucks and last-mile fleets. Nestled within the …

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Frisco Station Partnership Announces the Launch of The Towers at Frisco Station, A New Mixed-Use District

FRISCO, TX — The Frisco Station Partnership is launching The Towers at Frisco Station, a new district inside the 242-acre mixed-use development, situated at the northwest quadrant of the Dallas North Tollway between Warren Parkway and John Hickman Parkway. The Towers district will include a Class AA speculative office building, …

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Skanska to Construct New Rice University Jones Graduate School of Business Building

HOUSTON, TX — Skanska USA has been selected to construct a new $54.5 million building at Rice University for the Jones Graduate School of Business that will support the school’s growing student and faculty population. The university and project teams celebrated the new project with a groundbreaking, unveiling the design …

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Fluor-Led Joint Venture Breaks Ground on Phase 1 of I-35 NEX South Project in San Antonio

IRVING, TX — Fluor Corporation announces that its joint venture with Austin Bridge & RoadLone Star Constructors, NEX — has broken ground on Phase 1 of the Interstate 35 (I-35) Northeast Expansion (NEX) South project in San Antonio, Texas, for the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). Fluor was …

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Stantec-Designed Engineering Classroom and Research Building Opens its Doors at Prairie View A&M University

PRAIRIE VIEW, TX — Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) recently opened their new Engineering Classroom and Research Building (EnCARB). The three-story building provides instructional and research laboratory space for the Roy G. Perry College of Engineering and supports undergraduate education, student innovation, and emerging areas of research across various engineering …

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Gilbane Breaks Ground at Sam Houston High School

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Teachers, students, community members, and other stakeholders all recently came to Sam Houston High School to commemorate the start of a two-year renovation project.

“I’m proud to stand here this morning to share the exciting milestone,” said Dr. Nakeshia Bibbs, Principal at Sam Houston High School. …

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Link-Belt TCC-2500 Telescopic Crawler Crane Works at Water Reclamation Facility Project in Texas

TAYLOR, TX — Sundt Construction, known for its diverse range of construction projects, including heavy civil, industrial, large commercial, and renewables, recently acquired a 250-ton Link-Belt TCC-2500 Telescopic Crawler Crane for the construction of a new water reclamation facility in Taylor, Texas.

Michael Wallin, Regional Equipment Manager at …

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Two Years of IIJA Investments Fuel Growth in Texas

In November 2021, Congress passed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act), a once-in-a-generation investment in the nation’s infrastructure. President Joe Biden’s administration proposed this legislation to rebuild America’s roads, bridges, and rails, expand access to clean drinking water, ensure every American has access to high-speed internet, tackle …

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Wilks Development and Frisco EDC Announce Partnership for Firefly Park

FRISCO, TX — Wilks Development and Frisco Economic Development Corporation (Frisco EDC) signed a development agreement that launches Phase One of construction and development for Firefly Park. The project is a 242-acre mixed-use, master-planned development including 159 acres owned by Wilks Development and 59 acres owned by Frisco EDC.

Firefly …

McCarthy Completes Two Container Yards, Continues Work at Port Houston

HOUSTON, TX — McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. has completed a $31.5 million upgrade of the Barbours Cut Terminal Container Yards 4 North and 5 North for the Port Houston Authority. The project was part of a modernization program to increase cargo handling efficiency. McCarthy completed rehabilitation of the existing sites …

Texas Water Development Board Authorizes $270M in Flood Mitigation Assistance Grants

LUBBOCK, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) authorizes execution of grant contracts for $270 million through the Flood Mitigation Assistance program. The grants are funded through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and will be used for a variety of flood mitigation activities to benefit approximately 120,000 flood-prone …

TxDOT Begins US 60 Bridge Project in Parmer County

PARMER COUNTY, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) recently began work on a project that will improve safety and mobility along U.S. 60 in Parmer County.

The $70 million project will build a new bridge at U.S. 60 (as well as entrance and exit ramps) and add safety …

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Texas Engineers Use Frank Erwin Center as Blueprint for Sustainable Demolition

AUSTIN, TX — The Frank Erwin Center is coming down to make way for a new UT Austin-MD Anderson Cancer Center joint medical campus, but even in its demise, the former home of Longhorn basketball and many memorable moments in Austin's musical history is serving an important purpose.

The facility …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction Completes Two Projects at the University of North Texas

DENTON, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, recently completed two projects with the University of North Texas in Denton, Texas.

The Jazz Lab renovation included updating 3,932 square feet of space within the Music Building. The project encompassed acoustical performance improvements, …

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Elgin ISD Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for Trinity Ranch Elementary

ELGIN, TX — The Elgin Independent School District (ISD) celebrated the groundbreaking for its new elementary school, Trinity Ranch Elementary, near the school's construction site in Elgin, Texas. Trinity Ranch Elementary will be located off Grist Mill Lane and Upper Elgin River Road, just south of U.S. 290.

Trinity Ranch …

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McCarthy Completes Harmon Road Project for City of Fort Worth

FORT WORTH, TX — McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. has completed construction on the Harmon Road project with the City of Fort Worth. Part of the city’s 2018 City Bond for Streets and Mobility Improvements, the project expanded a 2-mile section of Harmon Road, between U.S. 287 and Golden Triangle Boulevard …

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Demolition, Restoration of Houston Fire Museum Facade Wins Good Brick Award

HOUSTON, TX — Historic structures are being demolished every day across the country to make way for modern, new developments and buildings. While often a challenging endeavor, sometimes all it takes is a good brick, an experienced specialty contractor, and a dedicated preservationist to save these relics from the bulldozer. …

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Changing the Face of an Alma Mater: Skanska Executive Leaves Mark on Texas A&M University and the Next Generation of Aggies

Many Skanska employees working on the job site for the new Mays Business School Wayne Roberts ‘85 Building are no strangers to the Texas A&M University campus. Among the several alumni working on the project is Dennis Yung, Skanska USA Building’s Executive Vice President and General Manager for Houston …

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Stantec to Design Mixed-Use Development for Main Street in the City of Pleasanton, Texas

PLEASANTON, TX — Stantec, a sustainable design and engineering company, has been selected to provide planning and integrated design services for the redevelopment of the City of Pleasanton’s Main Street. The 22-acre, mixed-use development will convert a former elementary school campus into a multifunctional development to serve as a …

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Sundt Wins AGC Build America Award for San Pedro Culture Park

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Sundt Construction was selected as the winner of a 2024 Construction Risk Partners Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) Build America Award for San Pedro Culture Park Phase 1.2/1.3 in the Environmental Enhancement category.

“We’re honored to be recognized with this award and proud of our …

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USACE Fort Worth District Preserves Pieces of Wilford Hall During Demolition Project

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Wilford Hall Medical Center, located on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Air Force Base, Texas, was once the flagship of military medicine, named after the medical pioneer, Brig. Gen. Wilford F. Hall. With early beginnings in 1942, as a 100-bed hospital, the medical center quickly grew to …

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TxDOT Nears Completion on Segment B of State Loop 335 in Amarillo

Located in the Texas Panhandle, Amarillo is a flourishing city, with an economy that was recently labeled No. 2 in terms of growth among the top 100 midsized cities in the U.S. Recognizing the critical role infrastructure plays in achieving and maintaining economic growth, the State Loop (SL) 335 project …

Neighborhood Access and Equity Grant Program Awards NCTCOG $80M

ARLINGTON, TX — In partnership with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) has been awarded $80 million to help fund the Bridging Highway Divides for DFW Communities project, which is dedicated to reconnecting communities in the region.

The project will create four …

HNTB to Partner with DFW Airport on Capital Projects

DALLAS, TX — HNTB has been selected by the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport Board to provide program management and construction management (PM/CM) services.

“We are proud to continue our long partnership with DFW to realize its upcoming $5 billion in preapproved capital projects, along with future terminal development endeavors …

TxDOT Begins I-30 Expansion in Hunt County

PARIS, TX — Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials announce that a project to improve and upgrade a portion of Interstate Highway 30 in Hunt County has begun.

The contractor, Williams Brothers Construction Company, was granted 945 working days, weather permitting, to complete this project valued at more than …

Preliminary Terms Announced with Samsung Electronics to Establish Semiconductor Ecosystem in Central Texas

TAYLOR, TX — The Biden-Harris Administration announces that the U.S. Department of Commerce and Samsung Electronics (Samsung) have signed a non-binding preliminary memorandum of terms (PMT) to provide up to $6.4 billion in direct funding under the CHIPS and Science Act to strengthen the resilience of the U.S. semiconductor supply …

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TxDOT Selects WSP for Capital Express Central Downtown Reconstruction Project

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has chosen WSP, an engineering, environment, and professional services consultancy, to provide engineering services for the I-35 Capital Express Central Downtown (CapEx-C Downtown) Corridor reconstruction through downtown Austin.

WSP will provide plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for the 1.8-mile downtown …

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Innovation Next+ Selected for DFW Airport $855M Terminal F Concourse and Skylink Project

DALLAS, TX — The Innovation Next+ design-build team has been selected for the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) Terminal F Concourse and Skylink Station Project. The $855 million project will provide a new concourse building and associated Skylink Station infrastructure on the Terminal F site. This new double-loaded (aircraft …

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Cleveland ISD Celebrates Opening of New Administration Building at Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

HOUSTON, TX — Administrators and staff of the Cleveland Independent School District (CISD) recently gathered at a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of a new staff development and administration building designed to enhance the operations of the growing school district. Located on State Highway 321 across from Cleveland High …

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KDC Tops Out Wells Fargo's New Office Campus in Las Colinas

LAS COLINAS, TX — KDC and Wells Fargo celebrated the topping out of the financial institution's first net-positive energy office campus at the northeast corner of West Las Colinas Boulevard and Promenade Parkway, one block south of West Northwest Highway.

The new 850,000-square-foot facility will allow Wells Fargo to consolidate …

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Pre-K 4 SA and HOLT Group Break Ground on New South Education Center to Address Child Care Desert

SAN ANTONIO, TX — In a significant stride toward addressing the early childhood education needs of San Antonio, Pre-K 4 SA and HOLT Group broke ground on a new early learning center that will serve as the new South Education Center. Located on San Antonio’s south side, this project is …

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TxDOT Makes Strides to Ease Congestion, Improve Safety in Houston with $259M Interchange Project

Crews have made significant headway on the Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) $259 million Interstate 610 West Loop/Interstate 69 Southwest Freeway interchange project, which will reduce congestion and improve safety and mobility in Houston.

Work on the project has required innovative thinking to resolve issues. Examples include modifying temporary …

TxDOT Selects Woolpert for $3M Traffic Engineering and ITS Services Contract

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has selected Woolpert to provide traffic engineering and intelligent transportation systems services under a five-year, $3 million contract supporting its Austin, Beaumont, and Fort Worth districts.

Woolpert will provide services supporting safety-related projects, including speed zone studies, traffic signal studies, traffic …

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Fort Worth Country Day Breaks Ground on New $25M Lower School

FORT WORTH, TX — Fort Worth Country Day (FWCD), the oldest co-ed college-preparatory school in Fort Worth, has broken ground on a $25 million Annie Richardson Bass Lower School, which will replace FWCD’s existing Lower School originally built in 1964. Set among FWCD’s 104-acre wooded campus in southwest Fort Worth, …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction Completes Recreation Center for the City of Allen, Texas

ALLEN, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, recently completed the Stephen G. Terrell Recreation Center, a two-story, 150,000-square-foot facility in Allen, a suburb 25 miles north of downtown Dallas.

Named for former Allen Mayor Stephen G. Terrell, the recreation center kicked …

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HKS, Perkins&Will, McCarthy Vaughn Partnership Selected to Collaborate on Pediatric Campus, Among Largest in US

DALLAS, TX — Children’s Health and UT Southwestern Medical Center have selected HKS and Perkins&Will as the integrated design team to collaborate on a new pediatric campus in Dallas to meet the demands of the growing North Texas population.

The new campus, which will replace the current Children’s Health hospital …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction Completes SMU's Clements Hall Scholars Den Renovation

DALLAS, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, recently completed the Clements Hall Scholars Den renovation on the campus of Dallas’ Southern Methodist University (SMU).

The Scholars Den supports the SMU Honors and Scholars community. AP renovated 6,411 square feet of space …

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DFW Airport's Central Terminal Area Expansion Program Promises Enhanced Passenger Experience

DALLAS, TX — HOK is part of the design team for the Central Terminal Area Expansion Program at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. The project includes the addition of two new concourse piers at Terminals A and C as well as a full modernization of Terminal C. Nine new gates …

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KAI, Dallas ISD Awarded Caudill Award for South Oak Cliff High School Renovation

DALLAS, TX — KAI announces it has received a 2023-24 Caudill Award for renovations to the Dallas ISD South Oak Cliff High School. The Caudill Award is the highest honor in the annual Exhibit of School Architecture competition facilitated by the Texas Association of School Administrators and the Texas Association …

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Skanska Completes New Office Development, 1550 on the Green, at Discovery Green

HOUSTON, TX — Skanska, a global development and construction firm, celebrates the building completion and grand opening of the new office tower, 1550 on the Green. The 28-story, 375,000-square-foot Class-A office building is equipped with the latest technologies and amenities to provide a healthy, safe, and sustainable environment for …

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Bechtel, Five Point Energy Announce Sustained Pilot Operations of Innovative Water Conservation Technology

MIDLAND, TX — Bechtel, an engineering, procurement, construction, and project management company, announces the sustained pilot operations of its proprietary Low Energy Ejector Desalination System (LEEDS) — a long-awaited economic solution that creates a valuable new supply of water for customers and communities, which in turn reduces stress on …

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San Jacinto College Breaks Ground on Center for Biotechnology at Generation Park Campus

PASADENA, TX — San Jacinto College, exclusive provider of the National Institute for Bioprocessing Research and Training (NIBRT) for the southern part of the United States, is making major strides in the biotechnology field.

The college broke ground on a new Center for Biotechnology at the Generation Park Campus. This …

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Flatiron Expands Resiliency, Climate Adaptation Market Positioning with $102M Port Arthur Ship Channel Project

PORT ARTHUR, TX — Flatiron is building resiliency protection to help communities brace for impacts of storm surge, sea-level rise, and other environmental threats. Resiliency has become a significant market for Flatiron, with the company recently adding a major project in Texas to its other projects already underway.

In Port …

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Turner/Byrne/Straight Line Joint Venture Selected to Lead Work of $550M Hospital Project

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Turner Construction Company, alongside joint venture partners Byrne Construction Services and Straight Line Management, celebrated the groundbreaking of the University Health Palo Alto Hospital campus in San Antonio, Texas. The $550 million hospital will improve health care services for the Southside San Antonio community. …

Lochner Reselected as Construction Engineering Consultant to the North Texas Tollway Authority

DALLAS, TX — H.W. Lochner, Inc. (Lochner), a provider of infrastructure planning and engineering services, has been reselected by the North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) to provide construction engineering consulting services under a new four-year contract.

Lochner will assist with various NTTA projects as an extension of the tollway authority's …

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TxDOT Designates Second South Padre Island Causeway Project as a State Roadway

AUSTIN, TX — The second South Padre Island causeway project is moving forward in development as the Texas Transportation Commission added the future roadway, SH 104, to the state highway system. The designation opens additional funding sources to accelerate development and construction of the new bridge and roadway, to be …

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MYCON General Contractors, Inc. Begins Construction of New U-Haul Project in Princeton, Texas

DALLAS, TX — Dallas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) has been awarded a sixth contract with North America’s largest do-it-yourself moving and self-storage operator, U-Haul. The general contractor has started construction on the new six-building, 168,400-square-foot development in Princeton, Texas.

“We are thankful for our continued partnership with U-Haul,” said …

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New Schneider Electric Manufacturing Facility Marks Construction Milestone

DALLAS, TX — In recent years, supply chain issues have been a struggle for businesses worldwide. Long-time partners Schneider Electric and Compass Datacenters recently joined forces to develop a solution. They engaged general contractor Brasfield & Gorrie to build a new integration facility in Red Oak, Texas, supporting the growing …

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Sundt, UTEP Break Ground on Texas Western Hall

EL PASO, TX — Sundt Construction recently joined The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) for a groundbreaking celebration of Texas Western Hall — a new $110 million building that will provide learning spaces for UTEP students.

“We are thrilled to continue our partnership with UTEP,” said Joseph Riccillo …

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KDC Starts Construction on Oncor Midlothian Distribution Center

MIDLOTHIAN, TX — KDC and Oncor Electric Delivery Company, LLC recently started construction of a new distribution center at Railport Business Park in Midlothian, Texas.

The nearly 422,000-square-foot, LEED-certified build-to-suit industrial facility will sit on 60.7 acres in Midlothian, about 31 miles southwest of downtown Dallas. Oncor is the largest …

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Alamo Colleges First Responders Academy Opens in San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Future students and staff recently attended the grand opening of the new Alamo Colleges District San Antonio College First Responders Academy facility. The building, built by Gilbane Building Company, is slated to host its first class of students in the spring of 2024.

“We are …

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Large Renovation Projects will be Abundant in 2024

In past years, it was likely more difficult for companies to categorize renovation and repair projects as highly attractive. That may not be the case anymore. Public entities throughout the U.S. are designing extremely large renovation projects, and these upcoming projects will be attractive to firms of all types and …

Texas Water Development Board Approves Financial Assistance Totaling $41.2M for Water and Wastewater Projects

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) approves financial assistance totaling $41.2 million for water and wastewater projects.

  • The Sharyland Water Supply Corporation (Hidalgo County) received $35.9 million for water system improvements. The corporation will relocate approximately 26.5 miles of waterlines and make improvements to two water treatment …

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USACE Awards $617M Contract for VA Health Care Center in El Paso

EL PASO, TX — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ (USACE) Fort Worth District, in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, awarded a $617.5 million contract to Clark Construction Group, LLC, to construct a Health Care Center (HCC) in El Paso, Texas.

The almost 493,000-square-foot, energy-efficient, …

Houston Mayor Joins HPW & Partners to Celebrate $1.7B Project Milestone

HOUSTON, TX — City of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner recently joined Houston Public Works (HPW) and other water provider organizations for a ceremonial ribbon-cutting at the newly operational Northeast Water Purification Plant (NEWPP) Expansion.

The multi-year construction project began in 2017 and has the capacity to provide Houstonians with over …

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TxDOT Honored for Reducing Pedestrian Fatalities on Austin's I-35

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) was recently honored with a 2023 National Roadway Safety Award for working with community leaders to address concerns about pedestrians crossing Interstate 35 in Austin, thereby, significantly reducing the number of fatalities.

TxDOT also was recognized for working with nonprofit and …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction Partners with Acadia Healthcare on Central Texas Behavioral Health Center

BELTON, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, recently partnered with Acadia Healthcare on a construction and renovation project at Cedar Crest Hospital & Residential Treatment Center in Belton, Texas, about 75 miles north of Austin.

The project will encompass a 79,000-square-foot, …

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Construction Begins on Knox Street Development

DALLAS, TX — The joint venture partnership of MSD Partners, Trammell Crow Company (TCC), The Retail Connection, and Highland Park Village Associates (the JV) announces that it has begun construction on its mixed-use development in the Knox Street neighborhood of Dallas, Texas. Construction financing is being provided by …

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Construction Gets Underway on North Tarrant Express Capacity Improvement Project

FORT WORTH, TX — Motorists in Tarrant County can expect to see pre-construction activities underway on the North Tarrant Express Capacity Improvement Project (NTECIP). The Capacity Improvement Project will add a (free) general-purpose lane in each direction along the North Loop of I-820 and a (tolled) managed lane in each …

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ACEC Texas Awards Silver Medal to LAN for Exploration Green Detention Facility

HOUSTON, TX — The American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) Texas awarded civil engineering firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) a silver medal in the water resources category for its work on the Exploration Green Detention Facility with Clear Lake Water Authority (CLCWA) in Harris County. The award will …

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United Airlines, Houston Airport System Invest More Than $2B in George Bush Intercontinental Airport Terminal B Transformation

HOUSTON, TX — United Airlines and the Houston Airport System (HAS) announce a landmark investment in United’s hub at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) with the Terminal B Transformation Program. United Airlines expects to invest more than $1.9 billion in the Terminal B Transformation Program and the City of Houston …

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KAI Renovates School, Designs New High School/Gymnasium for Paul Laurence Dunbar YMLA in Fort Worth, Texas

IRVING, TX — Students of Paul Laurence Dunbar Young Men’s Leadership Academy (YMLA) in Texas’ Fort Worth Independent School District returned to classes this fall to a newly renovated middle school campus, plus a new high school and gymnasium addition.

KAI, which provided architecture, interior design, MEP/FP engineering, and construction …

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Robins & Morton Begins Work on $225M Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center

MIDLAND, TX — Construction firm Robins & Morton has begun work on the new Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center in Midland, Texas.

The 200-bed, $225 million facility, which will be built on a 54-acre site, will offer short- and long-term treatment for psychiatric patients of all ages. It will include …

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McCarthy's New Solar Projects in Texas Provide 100 New Registered Apprenticeships

PEARSALL, TX — McCarthy Building Companies Inc. recently began construction of new large-scale solar projects located in the Southwestern United States and are targeting Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) compliance. The projects, which are in varying stages of construction, are creating new solar construction jobs, which will include equipment operators and …

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Skanska Celebrates Groundbreaking at CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Skanska, a construction and development firm, announces the groundbreaking of the CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Westover Hills project in San Antonio. Construction began in early 2023 and is expected to be completed the first quarter of 2025.  

This project consists of three phases. Phase …

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Turner Breaks Ground on $131M Project at the University of Texas at San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Turner Construction Company celebrated the groundbreaking of the University of Texas at San Antonio’s Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Careers building, also known as San Pedro II. The groundbreaking took place in the heart of San Antonio’s Tech District and was a celebration that featured musical performances and …

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First Phase of UT Dallas Arts and Performance Complex Nearing Finish Line

The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) will soon unveil the first phase of its arts and performance complex — a cultural hub for the sharing of knowledge and ideas. The complex sits on 12 acres of the school’s campus, creating a new gateway to the university.

“We want …

Texas Water Development Board Approves Financial Assistance Totaling $34,856,380 for Water and Wastewater Projects

HOUSTON, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) approves financial assistance totaling $34,856,380 for water and wastewater projects.

$28,550,000 will go to the City of Liberty Hill (Williamson County) for a direct potable reuse project. The city will construct a new direct potable reuse water treatment plant that will …

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VLK Architects Joins Arlington ISD in the Glaspie Field Groundbreaking Event

ARLINGTON, TX — VLK Architects alongside Arlington ISD recently broke ground on the new Michael Glaspie Field Athletic Complex. This athletic facility will be the third competition field for the six high school district and is funded by the 2019 bond package.

“The Glaspie Field Athletic Complex will be the …

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TxDOT Atlanta District Pavement Project Wins Top Honor

ATLANTA, TX — A Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) project covering several counties in northeast Texas recently won top honors at the Texas Asphalt Pavement Association's annual meeting in San Antonio.

TxDOT’s Atlanta District, along with the contractor, Missouri Petroleum of Bullard, Texas, won the Region Four Dr. Jon …

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Historic $345M Approved for Pedestrian and Bicycle Projects Across Texas

AUSTIN, TX — New sidewalks, bikeways, and other types of infrastructure will help improve safety and enhance quality of life in Texas communities with approval by the Texas Transportation Commission of more than $345 million for projects across the state.

The funding will go toward 83 projects that will improve …

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Steel Erectors, Crane Service Companies Take Top Place in 3D Lift Plan of the Year Competition

CHICAGO, IL — A1A Software LLC announces the winners of its Lift Plan of the Year contest, which include a structural steel erector based in Illinois, a crane and rigging service company in Pennsylvania, and Texas contractor offering both structural steel erection and crane services.

Steven Beemsterboer, a Project …

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Skanska Celebrates Topping Out Milestone at Texas A&M University’s Mays Business School in College Station, Texas

COLLEGE STATION, TX — Skanska, a construction and development firm, announces it has reached a significant milestone on Texas A&M University’s campus with the steel topping out of the new Mays Business School Wayne Roberts ’85 Building. To celebrate the topping out, teams signed the steel beam used to …

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Goldman Sachs Breaks Ground on Dallas Campus at NorthEnd

DALLAS, TX — Goldman Sachs, along with Hunt Realty Investments and Hillwood Urban, recently broke ground on its Dallas Campus at NorthEnd. The 800,000-square-foot building will be composed of two wings, with the tallest being 14 floors. Located on three acres on the southeast corner of the broader NorthEnd …

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Perkins&Will Earns Five Awards from Dallas Architecture Forum for Significant Impact in North Texas

DALLAS, TX — Surveying the last quarter century of architectural work in Dallas-Fort Worth, the Dallas Architecture Forum recognized 25 projects for improving the area’s social and urban fabric. Of the 25 winners, Perkins&Will's Dallas studio designed three: the Baylor Scott & White Health Administrative Center, the Singing Hills …

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Construction Begins on Southern Gateway Park, Opening Slated for 2025

DALLAS, TX — The Southern Gateway Public Green Foundation officially kicked off construction of Southern Gateway Park, a bridge park spanning Interstate 35E in Southern Dallas, at a recent "groundmaking" celebration with more than 200 community and civic leaders, donors, and partners in attendance. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) …

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McCarthy Completes Port Houston Wharf 6 Project

HOUSTON, TX — McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. has completed construction on Port Houston - Bayport Wharf 6. The new 1,000-foot-long wharf allows for the latest generation of container cranes to unload shipping containers from neo-Panamax vessels. Construction on Wharf 6 began in May 2021 and was completed in an accelerated …

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TCC Completes 521,600-Square-Foot Building at Weiser Business Park in Northwest Houston

HOUSTON, TX — Trammell Crow Company (TCC), a commercial real estate developer, and JV partner Clarion Partners, LLC have completed construction on the second phase of Weiser Business Park, located outside of Houston in Cypress, Texas. The JV delivered a single 521,600-square-foot Class A industrial facility, known as Building 4. …

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McCarthy Building Companies Celebrates Topping Out of Ismaili Center Project

HOUSTON, TX — The Ismaili Center, being built in Houston’s Buffalo Bayou watershed, recently honored Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and marked the topping out project milestone. Events included a ceremony where Turner and Prince Amyn Aga Khan, brother of His Highness the Aga Khan, signed the final beam to be …

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TxDOT Celebrates Completion of Presidio International Bridge Project

PRESIDIO, TX — Presidio - International officials, community leaders, residents, and Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) staff conducted a ceremonial ribbon cutting for the new Presidio International Bridge on the Presidio-Ojinaga border. The ceremony marks the culmination of the TxDOT bridge project that doubled capacity at the border facility.

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Sundt Awarded the Upper Brushy Creek Water Control and Improvement District Dam Project

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Sundt Construction was recently awarded the Upper Brushy Creek Water Control and Improvement District (WCID) Dam 101 Project in Williamson County, Texas. The $34 million project will be the largest undertaking since the original dams were built in the late 1950s and 1960s.

“The Upper Brushy …

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TxDOT Continues Loop 360 Underpass Construction in Austin

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has embarked on a $72.1 million construction project at two Austin’s Loop 360 intersections.

“The project will improve safety and mobility at the Loop 360 intersections of Westlake Drive and Cedar Street by constructing an underpass, where the Loop 360 main lanes go under …

$1.2B Austin Convention Center Redevelopment Project Awarded to Turner/JE Dunn Joint Venture

AUSTIN, TX — A joint venture team of Turner Construction Company and JE Dunn Construction was awarded a contract to lead a $1.2 billion redevelopment and expansion of the Austin Convention Center in Texas.

The project will involve demolishing and rebuilding the Convention Center over four years. The expansion and …

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Texans Approve Proposition 6 to Fund Critical Water Projects

AUSTIN, TX — Texas voters approved Proposition 6 on the recent constitutional amendments ballot to create the Texas Water Fund and authorize a $1 billion appropriation to upgrade Texas’ water infrastructure and fund new water supply projects. These funds, administered by the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB), may be used …

Jacobs Selected for Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County Transit Program

DALLAS, TX — Jacobs has been selected as owner's advisor for the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County's (METRO) Joint Development and Transit Oriented Development program in Houston, Texas. METRO selected Jacobs as part of a county-wide initiative to leverage its regional transit properties with private investment to increase ridership, …

Skanska Constructs New STEM Building in San Marcos for $100M

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Skanska has signed a contract with Texas State University System to build a new STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) building located on Texas State University’s San Marcos campus. The contract is worth $100 million.

The new building will be an eight-story, 155,900-square-foot structure to house …

Sabanci Renewables Selects Bechtel to Deliver its Oriana Solar Project

VICTORIA COUNTY, TX — Bechtel announces it has been selected by Sabanci Renewables, a subsidiary of Sabanci Holdings, to design and construct a new 232 MWdc solar project in Victoria County, Texas.

The new Oriana Solar facility is expected to produce enough clean energy to power more than 34,000 homes. …

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Historic Funding Approved for Texas Seaports

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Transportation Commission approves historic funding for Texas ports that will help increase trade, improve safety, and provide a more robust supply chain. The funding comes from a bill passed in this year’s 88th Legislative Session, signed by Gov. Greg Abbott.

The commission approved $200 million, …

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Highland Park Office Building Gets Multi-Million-Dollar Renovations

DALLAS, TX — A multi-million-dollar renovation has started at the fully leased 77,437-square-foot 5500 Preston Road office building in Highland Park. On tap for the project are exterior and site improvements, as well as interior renovations to the lobby, elevator interiors, restrooms, atrium, and common corridors.

“We are upgrading the …

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Construction to Begin on Parkside, a 500,000-Square-Foot Office Tower in Dallas

DALLAS, TX — Pacific Elm Properties and KDC announce plans to start construction on Parkside, a 500,000-square-foot Kohn Pedersen Fox-designed trophy office tower. The 30-story tower will be built on the corner of North Harwood Street and Woodall Rodgers Freeway, just steps away from Klyde Warren Park.

As the …

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Stantec Selected to Design New STEM Building for University of North Texas at Dallas

DALLAS, TX — Stantec has been selected to provide integrated design services for the new 122,000-square-foot Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) building at the University of North Texas at Dallas (UNTD). The groundbreaking ceremony recently took place.

The $79 million, four-story STEM building will house instructional spaces including general …

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Swinerton Tops Out Bridge Labs at Pegasus Park

DALLAS, TX — Swinerton is working with Montgomery Street Partners, J. Small Investments, and an affiliate of Lyda Hill Philanthropies, to construct 135,000 square feet of new research and development lab space at Pegasus Park.

The next phase of the Pegasus Park master planned campus, known as Bridge …

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bp Begins Construction on New Texas Solar Project

HOUSTON, TX — bp has started construction on its 187 MWdc Peacock Solar project, located 10 miles north of Corpus Christi in San Patricio County, Texas, helping support the global transition to lower carbon energy.

Peacock will sell all of the electricity it generates under a long-term power purchase agreement …

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Clear Lake Completes Phases 1-5 of Exploration Green

HOUSTON, TX — Clear Lake City Water Authority (CLCWA) has completed all five phases of Exploration Green, a massive 178-acre flood control project in southeast Houston. CLCWA and Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam Inc., (LAN) celebrated the completion of this work with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on the project grounds at …

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Houston Mayor and NASA Leadership Join Ribbon Cutting at New Intuitive Machines Facilities

HOUSTON, TX — Intuitive Machines, a space exploration, infrastructure, and service company, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate its new headquarters and flame range test facility, which will further support its mission to the moon. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and NASA leadership attended the ceremony.

Burns & McDonnell, an …

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Austin-Gilbane Celebrates 1 Million Safe Manhours

HOUSTON, TX — Over 300 people attended an event celebrating 1 million manhours without a lost time injury on the Mickey Leland International Terminal project at the George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Employees from Austin-Gilbane Joint Venture, Houston Airports, Fentress Architects, and all subcontractors shared a meal before participating …

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VLK Architects Joins PBTISD for Zavala Elementary School Ribbon Cutting

PECOS, TX — VLK Architects recently joined Pecos-Barstow-Toyah Independent School District (PBTISD) for the ribbon cutting and community grand opening of Zavala Elementary School. The new campus is home to second through fifth grade students, consolidating the district into four operational campuses.

“VLK is honored to participate in the opening …

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MYCON General Contractors, Inc. Begins Construction on Electronic-Grade Sulfuric Acid Plant in Plainview, Texas

PLAINVIEW, TX — Dallas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON), in conjunction with Charlotte, North Carolina-based Marubeni Plant Contractor, Inc. (MPCI), has begun construction on an electronic-grade sulfuric acid (ELSA) manufacturing facility in Plainview, Texas. The chemical plant will supply electronic-grade sulfuric acid, a high-purity chemical used for cleaning and etching …

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Skanska and City of San Antonio Open Civic Park at Hemisfair

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Skanska along with members of the Hemisfair Park Area Redevelopment Corporation, San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg, landscape architecture firm GGN, and other city officials, held a ribbon cutting to mark the opening of Civic Park at Hemisfair. The seven-acre park in San Antonio’s downtown, which …

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Sundt Begins Work on Lake McQueeney, Lake Placid Dams

SEGUIN, TX — Sundt Construction has started work to update the Lake McQueeney and Placid dams for the Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority. The $82 million project includes replacing the existing dam gates with new steel crest gates, making structural modifications to the existing spillway structure, upgrades to the mechanical system and …

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New Bicyclist/Pedestrian Bridge Over US 75 Connects Multiple Popular Trails in North Dallas

A much-anticipated, transformative pedestrian bridge will soon open in North Dallas – following a unique construction and placement project.

The new Northaven Trail Bridge, expected to be fully open to the public later this fall, will connect multiple popular bicycle/pedestrian trails – including the Northaven Trail, Cottonwood Creek Trail, and …

TWDB Approves Over $61M in Financial Assistance for Water and Wastewater Projects, Authorizes $65M in Grants for Flood Mitigation Assistance

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) approves financial assistance totaling $61,965,000 for water and wastewater projects and authorizes $65 million in Flood Mitigation Assistance grants.

Water and Wastewater Projects
  • Chatt Water Supply Corporation (Hill County) - $3 million for water system improvements
  • City of Menard (Menard County) …
SWG Awards Final Contract for Corpus Christi Ship Channel Improvement Project

GALVESTON, TX — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Galveston District (SWG) awards the fourth and final multimillion dollar contract for the Corpus Christi Ship Channel Improvement Project (CCSCIP).

Callan Marine will receive approximately $102.9 million to complete dredging on the final stretch of the project — the Inner …

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TxDOT Project Making Major Improvements to Woodrow Road

LUBBOCK, TX — A project that will make major improvements to Woodrow Road (CR 7600), from US 87 to Indiana Avenue, in Lubbock County is scheduled to begin. The $38 million, Lubbock County project will completely rebuild the existing roadway from a two-lane rural roadway to a five-lane thoroughfare.

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AGC of Texas Celebrates Re-Opening After Major Office Renovation

After more than two years of planning and construction, the Associated General Contractors (AGC) of Texas celebrated completion of their renovated office building at 300 Barton Springs Road in Austin with a ribbon cutting ceremony August 14.

Texas State Senator Robert Nichols, a long-time friend to the highway construction industry, …

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I-35 Capital Express Central Project Receives Environmental Decision

AUSTIN, TX — A major transformation of I-35 through downtown Austin moves a step closer to construction with the release of the Final Environmental Impact Statement and Record of Decision. The Texas Department of Transportation announces the completion of the National Environmental Policy Act process for environmental clearance.
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Ferrovial Continues Improving United States Highways, Awarded Eight Construction Contracts in Texas

AUSTIN, TX — Ferrovial announces, through subsidiary Webber, it was awarded eight construction projects in Texas. Work includes the reconstruction of bridges, widening of roadways, and safety improvements for the surrounding communities. Ferrovial, through its construction subsidiaries, is now working on projects across ten states, strengthening its growing presence …

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Jacobs to Manage Austin Independent School District Modernization Program

AUSTIN, TX — Jacobs was selected by Austin Independent School District (ISD) in Austin, Texas, to provide program management services in support of the district's capital improvement program. The program will implement more than $2.4 billion in capital works for Austin ISD facilities, including modernization of 25 schools through full …

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Goose Creek Independent School District Unveils Fine Arts Building

BAYTOWN, TX — Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District (GCCISD) recently celebrated the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony of its Lee High School Fine Arts building. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, attended by community leaders and educators, marked the culmination of years of dedication and planning.

Planning, engineering, and program management firm, …

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Cadence McShane Construction Completes Scottsdale Crossing Building E & F in Cedar Park, Texas

CEDAR PARK, TX — Cadence McShane Construction announces the completion of Scottsdale Crossing E & F, a project comprising two industrial buildings totaling approximately 45,000 square feet in Cedar Park, Texas. The project was developed by TIG Real Estate Service, Inc. and designed by Studio 8 Architects Inc.

Featuring a …

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HNTB Collaborates with TxDOT to Successfully Deliver Northaven Trail Pedestrian Bridge Overnight

DALLAS, TX — HNTB, in collaboration with the Texas Department of Transportation, successfully completed the accelerated bridge construction phase of the Northaven Trail Pedestrian Bridge.

“By designing the bridge to accommodate ABC delivery, we achieved the dual objective of delivering a truly unique bridge while aligning with TxDOT’s …

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Harris County Flood Control District Partners with LAN for Two Major Sediment Removal Projects

HOUSTON, TX — The Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD) has partnered with planning, engineering, and program management firm, Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam Inc. (LAN) for two major sediment removal projects in the Greens Bayou and Cypress Creek/Little Cypress Creek watersheds.

These projects will restore critical bayou capacity to reduce …

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VLK Architects Celebrates Ribbon Cutting of Austin Elementary School with Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD

PECOS, TX — Pecos-Barstow-Toyah Independent School District (PBTISD) and VLK Architects recently celebrated the official ribbon-cutting ceremony and community grand opening for the new Austin Elementary School. The campus is home to pre-kindergarten through first grade students.

“VLK is grateful for the partnership we have established with both Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD …

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Kopplow Construction Industrial Projects Mirror National Trend for Warehouse Demand

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Kopplow Construction Company, Inc., a commercial construction company in San Antonio, is experiencing significant demand for industrial warehouses and distribution centers in the local market. This trend is consistent with a national surge in warehouse and distribution center construction, largely driven by the rise of …

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Redevelopment Project in San Antonio to Combine Creative Office Space, Sustainability, and Government Incentives

SAN ANTONIO, TX — The Allen, situated in the Monte Vista Historic District at the corner of Ashby and McCullough Avenue, is breathing new life into the former Allen's Flowers & Antiques building, located less than a mile from the Pearl Brewery. This project, led by Headwall Investments, LLC, …

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VLK Architects, Waxahachie ISD Break Ground on the New Wilemon STEAM Academy

WAXAHACHIE, TX — VLK Architects recently joined Waxahachie ISD for the groundbreaking of the new Wilemon STEAM Academy.

“The construction of a new home for the incredibly successful Wilemon STEAM Academy is an exciting step in the continued growth of Waxahachie ISD,” said Jonathan Aldis, Principal at VLK Architects. …

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$1.5B Helix Park Medical Center Brings Collaborative Life Science Research Space to Houston

Four respected healthcare entities have joined together to transform former parking lots into Helix Park, a $1.5 billion, 37-acre life science campus designed as an anchor for medicine, science, academia and commerce to develop research breakthroughs and scientific discoveries and attract a life science, biotech, and innovation economy to Houston. …

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DBIA Announces Three Texas Projects as National Design-Build Project/Team Merit Award Winners

The Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) announces the winners of the 2023 National Design-Build Project/Team Merit Awards. A total of 62 projects from across the United States were submitted for consideration in 10 different categories. The submissions underwent evaluation by a panel of industry experts.

“With the continued growth of …

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Texas Water Development Board Approves Financial Assistance Totaling $38.6M for Water and Wastewater Projects

HARLINGEN, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) approves financial assistance totaling $38,625,000 for water and wastewater projects.

  • $10,000,000 will go to the Harlingen Waterworks System on behalf of the City of Harlingen (Cameron County). The system will use the assistance to finance the planning, acquisition, and design of …

LAN to Perform Statewide Arc Flash Study

HOUSTON, TX — Lockwood, Andrews and Newnam, Inc. (LAN) has been selected to perform a comprehensive Statewide Arc Flash Study (SAFS) of the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) facilities. LAN has previously performed a comprehensive Arc Flash Study Program for more than 2,700 TxDOT facilities located in 250 of the …

AECOM Selected as Lead Designer for the I-35 Northeast Expansion South Project in San Antonio, Texas

SAN ANTONIO, TX — AECOM, an infrastructure consulting firm, announces its appointment as lead designer for the Lone Star Constructors joint venture, which has been selected by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to manage the design, delivery, and maintenance of the I-35 Northeast Expansion (NEX) South Project in …

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JaRyCo Breaks Ground on Corporate Office Project at The Farm in Allen

ALLEN, TX — JaRyCo, an Allen-based developer, recently broke ground on FarmWorks One, a 102,000-square-foot, three-story office building at The Farm in Allen, a 135-acre mixed-use project at the southeast corner of Sam Rayburn Tollway and Alma Drive. The office building is planned for completion in July 2024.

The …

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Texas Governor, TxDOT Announce Record $142B Transportation Investment

AUSTIN, TX — Governor Greg Abbott announces a record $142 billion in total investment for Texas' transportation infrastructure. The record investment includes the unanimous adoption of the $100 billion 10-year statewide roadway construction plan with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) for transportation projects to enhance safety, improve congestion and …

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McCarthy Completes Pile Drive on Port of Beaumont Main Street Terminal

BEAUMONT, TX — McCarthy Building Companies has achieved a major milestone on the Port of Beaumont’s Main Street Terminal 1 project, driving the last concrete pile after a year-long process. The milestone was commemorated with an event attended by officials from the Port of Beaumont, McCarthy employees, and trade partners. …

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HKS Wins 2023 AIA Healthcare Design Award for Moody Outpatient Center at Parkland Hospital in Dallas

DALLAS, TX — Global design firm HKS has won a 2023 American Institute of Architects (AIA) Healthcare Design Award for the Moody Outpatient Center at Parkland Hospital in Dallas, Texas.

The annual award honors the “best of health care building design, health care planning, and health care design-oriented research,” according …

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Ferrovial Reaches Financial Close on $400M Highway Extension Project in Texas

DALLAS, TX — Ferrovial, a global infrastructure operator, through the NTE Mobility Partners consortium led by subsidiary Cintra, has reached financial close on the North Tarrant Express (NTE) toll road in Texas.

Within the transaction framework, the consortium issued $414.2 million using private activity bonds (PABs). The funds …

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Hillwood Announces Two New Speculative Industrial Projects at AllianceTexas

FORT WORTH, TX — Hillwood, developer of the 27,000-acre master-planned, mixed-use AllianceTexas development, announces the launch of two new speculative industrial buildings, Alliance Center East 2 (ACE 2) and Alliance Center East 3 (ACE 3). ACE 2 and ACE 3 are each 224,616 square feet, bringing nearly half a …

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F S Group is Named the Architect of Record for the City of Houston's Northeast Water Purification Plant and Campus

HOUSTON, TX — F S Group is the architect of record for the largest progressive design-build project currently under construction in the United States. The City of Houston Northeast Water Purification Plant and Campus (NEWPP) is a $1.8 billion progressive design-build project which will expand the existing Northeast Water Purification …

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Ware Malcomb Announces Construction is Complete on DECISIO Health's Corporate Headquarters in Houston

HOUSTON, TX — Ware Malcomb announces that construction is complete on DECISIO Health in Houston. Ware Malcomb provided interior architecture and design and branding services for the 15,000-square-foot interior office renovation.

DECISIO Health is a Houston-based digital health company with a configurable clinical decision support platform designed to aggregate data …

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McCarthy Building Companies Constructs Two Projects for Houston Methodist Health System

Following several renovation and smaller projects for Houston Methodist health system, employee-owned McCarthy Building Companies’ Houston office recently completed a medical office building and parking deck at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital and is building the health system’s ninth inpatient, acute care facility at the new Houston Methodist Cypress …

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Two Projects in Texas Win Regional America’s Transportation Awards

Two Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) projects won regional awards in the 2023 America’s Transportation Awards competition, created by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), AAA, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The competition recognizes state departments of transportation (DOTs) for making a difference in their …

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Green Infrastructure Funding Represents Upcoming Projects Currently in Design Phases Throughout the U.S.

A significant amount of funding is now available for green infrastructure projects. These types of projects promote environmentally friendly solutions to current problems, and the funding supports rain gardens, stormwater parks, permeable pavement, subsurface detention systems, tree planting, solar installations, and electrified school buses. Primarily, the projects are designed for …

TWDB Approves Financial Assistance Totaling Nearly $1.6B for Water, Wastewater, and Flood Projects

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) approves financial assistance totaling $1,593,374,996 for water, wastewater, and flood projects through the State Water Implementation Fund for Texas (SWIFT), the Flood Infrastructure Fund, and state revolving funds.

  • $98,055,000 to the Brushy Creek Regional Utility Authority (Travis and Williamson counties) for …

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Balfour Beatty Awarded Business U.S. Highway 90U Improvement Project in Houston

HOUSTON, TX — Balfour Beatty has been awarded a contract to widen Business U.S. Highway (BU) 90U from Interstate Highway 610 (I-610) to the east of Mesa Road on behalf of Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) Houston District. Once complete, the approximately $62.5 million improvement project will ease traffic …

TxDOT Selects Woolpert for Three Separate Transportation, Water Contracts

HOUSTON, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) hires Woolpert for three separate engineering contracts to support its Houston and Dallas districts. Woolpert will provide planning for highways, roadways, and bridge replacements, as well as hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) services for key roadway projects.

The first two contracts, each …

Fluor-Led Joint Venture Selected for I-35 NEX South Project in San Antonio

IRVING, TX — Fluor Corporation announces that Lone Star Constructors, a Fluor-led joint venture, was selected as the design, construction, and capital maintenance contractor for the Interstate 35 (I-35) Northeast Expansion (NEX) South Project in San Antonio, Texas, by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). Fluor expects to recognize …

Biden-Harris Administration Announces $8.8M in Grants to Accelerate Innovation in Highway Projects as Part of President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda

WASHINGTON, DC — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announces $8.8 million in grants for 10 projects in eight states and the District of Columbia to encourage the use of tools that can improve safety on bridges and in work zones. The grants, which can …

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PLW Waterworks, a Subsidiary of Ferrovial, Awarded Water Contract in Central Texas Worth $200M

AUSTIN, TX — Ferrovial announces its water/wastewater subsidiary, PLW Waterworks, the waterworks division of Webber and Cadagua, has been awarded a contract for the construction of the Wilbarger Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant in Pflugerville, Texas. This project is a testament to Ferrovial’s ongoing commitment to investing in America’s …

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Brasfield & Gorrie Tops Out Texas Data Center Project

DALLAS, TX — Brasfield & Gorrie and Compass Datacenters recently celebrated the topping out of Building Three on Compass’ Red Oak data center campus. The topping out milestone marks a structure reaching its full height. The project is scheduled for completion in early 2024.

“In an increasingly digital world, it’s …

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Garver-Led Dallas Love Field Lighting Project Honored with ACEC National Recognition Award

DALLAS, TX — When Garver partnered with Dallas Love Field to upgrade a lighting system at one of the airport’s terminals, the work helped solve issues related to glare, insufficient light levels, and high maintenance costs. The Garver-led DAL Exterior Lighting Project was recently presented with one of the industry’s …

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AP Construction and Acadia Healthcare Complete El Paso Behavioral Hospital Expansion

EL PASO, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, and Acadia Healthcare Company Inc., a provider of behavioral health care services across the U.S., recently completed a new addition to Rio Vista Behavioral Health Hospital in El Paso, Texas.

The 52,000-square-foot addition …

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Sundt Construction Wins the We Build Texas Award

EL PASO, TX — Sundt Construction’s I-10 Connect team, led by Project Executive Rudy Elias, was recently honored with the We Build Texas award in the construction category. The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) created the We Build Texas awards …

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Midway to Develop Port Houston's New Headquarters at East River

HOUSTON, TX — Houston-based Midway, the privately owned, fully integrated real estate investment and development firm, announces it will develop a new headquarters for Port Houston within East River, its 150-acre mixed-use development on Houston’s east side. Port Houston has purchased two tracts of land in East River’s first …

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Wolff Companies, TxDOT Break Ground on the US 290 Beacon Hill Interchange

HOUSTON, TX — Wolff Companies and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) held groundbreaking ceremonies today on the U.S. 290 Beacon Hill Interchange, which will create significant access improvements along U.S. 290 in Waller. The access improvements include:

  • an off-ramp for a new 290 interchange, named Beacon Hill Boulevard, located …

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Harris County Department of Education Celebrates New Adult Education Center

HOUSTON, TX — The Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) recently celebrated the completion of their new Adult Education Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

HCDE selected Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) as the program manager for projects in its capital improvement plan in 2021. As program manager, LAN is …

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TxDOT Celebrates Completion of First Texas Clear Lanes Project in Houston Area

HOUSTON, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) was joined by Texas Transportation Commission Chairman J. Bruce Bugg, Jr., local elected officials, community leaders, and TxDOT staff to celebrate the completion of the Houston District’s first Texas Clear Lanes project at Interstate 45 from the NASA 1 Bypass …

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VLK Architects and Hutto ISD Sign the Final Steel Beam of the New Gus Almquist Middle School

HUTTO, TX — VLK Architects recently joined Hutto ISD for the beam signing ceremony of the district’s new middle school campus. This will be the third middle school in Hutto ISD named after former Hutto ISD Board President and community leader, Gus Almquist.

“It was a pleasure honoring the Almquist …

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Adolfson & Peterson Completes Two Reunion Rehab Hospitals in DFW Metroplex

PLANO and ARLINGTON, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national construction management firm, and Reunion Rehabilitation Hospitals, a system of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, recently completed two hospitals in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Both hospitals, one in Plano and the other in Arlington, were developed with support from America …

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VLK Architects and Waxahachie ISD Break Ground on the District’s 10th Elementary School

WAXAHACHIE, TX — VLK Architects recently celebrated the groundbreaking of Waxahachie ISD’s 10th elementary school. Funding for this project is from the voter-approved May 2023 bond and is one of two new elementary schools in addition to a replacement elementary to be built to accommodate the student population growth in …

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Construction Opportunities Abound for Health Care Facilities Throughout the US

Billions of dollars are available throughout the country for new health care facilities, and many of them will be designed to provide mental health services. The needs related to behavioral health are great in America, and the growing number of individuals waiting for services and support is escalating at alarming …

Interchange to be Constructed at Panola Co. Intersection

ATLANTA, TX — An overpass at the intersection of US 59 and FM 1794 is scheduled to be constructed soon, according to plans awarded by the Texas Department of Transportation.

“This interchange will be a grade separation, meaning an overpass will take traffic on US 59 up and over …

TDIndustries Raises $32K for TEXO Foundation at Bent Iron Golf Tournament

DALLAS, TX — TDIndustries recently hosted the annual Bent Iron Golf Tournament of North Texas. This event raises funds to support educational programs that develop talent within the construction industry and the skilled trades. In 2022, the sold-out event raised $32,000 for the TEXO Foundation, a 510(c)(3) dedicated to building …

Bechtel’s Cutlass Solar Project Receives Digital Delivery Award

FORT BEND, TX — Bechtel announces that its Cutlass Solar project, the new 140 MwDC solar energy facility in Fort Bend, Texas, has been recognized for its innovative use of digital tools to deliver engineering, procurement, construction, and project management.

Bechtel was awarded the Special Achievement in GIS recognition for …

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Fort Worth Mayor Announces $20M Grant for East Lancaster Avenue Corridor Reconstruction

FORT WORTH, TX — The Biden-Harris Administration announces that the City of Fort Worth’s Transportation & Public Works Department, (TPW) in partnership with Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG), will receive a federal grant for $20 million toward the reconstruction of …

Splendora ISD Selects LAN as Program Manager for Bond Program

SPLENDORA, TX — The Splendora Independent School District (SISD) has selected Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) to be the Program Manager for the completion of the voter-approved 2022 $201 million bond. LAN will provide program management services, overseeing $86 million for the construction of two new replacement elementary schools …

Granite Selected for Approximately $48M Flood Control Project in Wharton, Texas

WHARTON, TX — Granite has been awarded an approximately $48 million contract by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to mitigate flood risk and damage in Wharton, Texas.

The city of Wharton has significant existing and historical flooding issues from the Colorado River, Caney Creek, Baughman Slough, and Peach …

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Groundbreaking Held for HOK-Designed Texas Capitol Complex Project

AUSTIN, TX — Construction is underway on Phase II of the Texas Capitol Complex expansion. The Texas Facilities Commission and its project team of JE Dunn, HOK, Square One, and associated partners held an official groundbreaking following three years of planning.

The project will add a five-story, …

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Texas Governor Signs Historic Infrastructure Package into Law

AUSTIN, TX — Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed into law a historic infrastructure package that includes funding for transportation, water, and broadband projects.

Included in the infrastructure package are Associated General Contractors of Texas (AGC of Texas) priority legislation HB 2230 and SCR 2, which extends Proposition 1 and Proposition …

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City of Austin, Austin Transit Partnership, CapMetro Solidify Light Rail Implementation Plan

AUSTIN, TX — The Austin Transit Partnership announces the first phase of Austin Light Rail, running from 38th Street to Oltorf to Yellow Jacket with additional priority extensions, has been approved by all three partners including the Austin City Council and the CapMetro Board of Directors. The recommendation was initially …

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VLK Architects Joins College Station ISD in Breaking Ground on the District’s Career and Technical Education Center

COLLEGE STATION, TX — VLK Architects recently joined College Station ISD in the groundbreaking of the new Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center. This is the first phase of construction for this new facility and will serve both high schools in the district.

The first phase of the CTE Center …

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Rogers-O'Brien Construction Breaks Ground on Cosm, the First-Ever Shared Reality Venue in Texas

DALLAS, TX — Rogers-O'Brien Construction (RO) officially began work on the Cosm, a first-of-its-kind venue in the state. A groundbreaking ceremony was held at Grandscape, a development in The Colony, Texas, to celebrate the beginning of the 65,000-square-foot public entertainment venue.

Featuring an 87-foot-diameter LED dome, this facility will host …

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Cadence McShane Construction Completes the Niagara Warehouse Located in Flower Mound, Texas

FLOWER MOUND, TX — Cadence McShane Construction Company has completed the construction of the Niagara Flower Mound Warehouse, a facility located in Flower Mound, Texas. They worked alongside project architect Meinhardt & Associates to design the building for TIG Real Estate Services, Inc. The project was completed on schedule and …

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Ferrovial Celebrates Opening of NTE 35W Segment 3C in Texas

FORT WORTH, TX — Ferrovial announces the completion of the third segment of the North Tarrant Express (NTE) 35W project in Fort Worth, Texas. The inauguration was celebrated with the traditional ribbon-cutting ceremony, together with regional, state, and federal officials, as well as Ferrovial Chairman Rafael del Pino, CEO …

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VLK Architects Joins Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD in the Topping Out of its Newest High School

FORT WORTH, TX — VLK Architects joined Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD and Core Construction for the topping out ceremony of the new Eagle Mountain High School. Surrounded by district staff, students, and community members, the construction team raised the final structural steel beam on the district’s soon-to-be fourth high school.

The …

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Texas A&M-Fort Worth Breaks Ground on Law & Education Building

FORT WORTH, TX — Texas A&M-Fort Worth recently broke ground on its first building for an urban research campus — a first-of-its-kind public-private collaboration intended to boost the regional economy while anchoring an innovation district in southeast downtown.

The Texas A&M University System is beginning construction on its Law & …

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Brazosport ISD, VLK Architects Celebrate the Groundbreaking of the New CTE Center at Brazosport High School

FREEPORT, TX — Brazosport ISD, alongside VLK Architects, broke ground on the new Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center at Brazosport High School. When completed, the school will provide career pathways, equipping students with the skills necessary for success in the 21st century workforce.

“VLK is very fortunate to …

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McCarthy Completes Largest Public Port Project on Texas Coast, Port Freeport Berth 8

HOUSTON, TX — McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. has completed construction of Berth 8 at Port Freeport, Texas. Part of the Velasco Terminal, Berth 8 features over 925 feet of berth and an associated roll-on/roll-off dock extension. The expansion represents the single largest project built by a public port on the …

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McCarthy Completes Houston Methodist Sugar Land Medical Office Building

HOUSTON, TX — McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. has completed construction of two structures on the campus of Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital located in the greater Houston area. The project included a six-story medical office building and an attached seven-level parking garage. McCarthy broke ground in December 2021.

McCarthy’s scope …

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Webber Awarded $265M for Expansion of Three Roadways in Texas

HOUSTON, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) awarded Webber projects in the Amarillo District to expand SL 335, the Houston District to widen SH 99, and the San Angelo District to broaden SL 278.

The $133.9 million State Loop 335 project in Amarillo will consist of 5.6 miles …

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TxDOT Celebrates Start of Construction at SH 35 Griggs Road to I-45/Spur 5

HOUSTON, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) was recently joined by Texas Transportation Commissioner Robert C. Vaughn, Houston City Councilwoman Carolyn Evans-Shabazz, and other elected officials, local leaders, community members, and TxDOT staff to celebrate the beginning of the Texas Clear Lanes project at State Highway 35 …

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Brasfield & Gorrie Celebrates Construction Milestone at Manufacturing Facility

MCKINNEY, TX — Brasfield & Gorrie construction crews recently celebrated the topping out of a 438,000-square-foot secure office, lab, and manufacturing building in McKinney. Topping out marks a building reaching its full height. Construction will now move to the interior of the building, which is scheduled for completion in early …

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Cadence McShane Completes McKinney Logistics Center - Building C for CORE5 Industrial Partners

MCKINNEY, TX — Cadence McShane Construction Company announces the completion of the McKinney Building C industrial project, located in McKinney, Texas. The project was completed on schedule and within budget for CORE5 Industrial Partners.

The McKinney Building C industrial project is a warehouse that features 279,356 square feet of industrial …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction Awarded University of Texas Permian Basin Mesa Building Renovation Project

ODESSA, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, was awarded the contract to renovate the Mesa Building, the oldest and largest building at The University of Texas Permian Basin campus in Odessa.

The project is designed to provide a wide range of …

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I-30 Expansion and Improvement Project Aims to Reduce Bottlenecks and Delays Across Lake Ray Hubbard

As SEMA Construction, Inc., of Grapevine, Texas, builds new bridges for Segment 1 of the Interstate 30 Expansion and Improvement project in Texas’ Dallas and Rockwall counties, they rarely impact existing mainlanes. However, construction traffic on land and water throughout the 1.7-mile project creates its own challenges.

“The contractor …

Lake O' The Pines Bridge Replacement Scheduled to Begin in August

ATLANTA, TX — Construction on the bridge located on SH 155 over Lake O’ The Pines in Marion and Upshur Counties is scheduled to begin this summer, according to plans recently awarded by the Texas Department of Transportation.

The 1.4-mile project will include a new bridge and new approaches. …

Lochner to Provide GEC Services to North East Texas Regional Mobility Authority

AUSTIN, TX — H.W. Lochner, Inc. (Lochner), a provider of transportation infrastructure planning and engineering services, has been selected by the North East Texas Regional Mobility Authority (NET RMA) as one of two firms to provide General Engineering Consultant (GEC) services through a five year contract to support multimodal transportation …

Lochner to Provide Utility Engineering Services for TxDOT

AUSTIN, TX — H.W. Lochner, Inc. (Lochner), a provider of transportation infrastructure planning and engineering services, has been selected by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to provide utility engineering and coordination services in the agency's Waco and Bryan Districts, with potential assignments across the state.

The five-year indefinite deliverable …

SNC-Lavalin Awarded $10M Right-of-Way Services Contract for TxDOT

AUSTIN, TX — SNC-Lavalin, a fully integrated professional services and project management company with offices around the world, was awarded a four-year $10 million contract by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to provide Right-of-Way Acquisition Professional Services (ROWAPS). The company has maintained a TxDOT ROWAPS contract since 2000, …

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I-30 Improvement Project Begins in Hunt County

PARIS, TX — Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) officials announce that a project to widen and improve a portion of I-30 in Hunt County has begun.

The contractor, Austin Bridge & Road Services LP, was granted 1,033 working days to complete this project valued at more than $128 million. …

Adolfson & Peterson Awarded Contract for Raytheon Technologies' Finish-Out of Independence Site

PLANO, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, was recently awarded the contract for the interior renovation of Raytheon Technologies’ Independence project in Plano, Texas.

The project, planned for completion in 2023, includes a 236,000-square-foot interior finish-out of the existing four-story building, …

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Austin’s CapMetro to Install First-of-its-Kind Solar Charging Infrastructure

AUSTIN, TX — HOLT Renewables announces it will design and construct a first-of-its-kind solar-powered charging infrastructure solution for CapMetro, Austin's regional public transportation provider, in collaboration with bp pulse.

In 2021, the CapMetro board approved the purchase of approximately 200 zero-emissions buses, the largest procurement of battery electric transit buses …

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M2G Ventures Announces Northeast Austin Acquisition, Expanding Platform to Central Texas

AUSTIN, TX — M2G Ventures, a North Texas-based real estate investment and development company, announces its first Austin acquisition in partnership with Chicago-based Blue Vista Capital Management. M2G plans to invest significant capital improvements to upgrade a 54,000-square-foot light industrial asset in the southeast quadrant of U.S. Highway …

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Omni PGA Frisco Resort, Built by Brasfield & Gorrie, Opens in Texas

FRISCO, TX — The wait is over for Omni Hotels & Resorts’ most anticipated opening, Omni PGA Frisco Resort, built by general contractor Brasfield & Gorrie. Sprawling across 660 acres in the city of Frisco, the oasis offers experiences for guests of all ages, all set against the backdrop …

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Gilbane Building Company Breaks Ground on New High School in Galveston

GALVESTON, TX — Team members from Galveston Independent School District, Zero/Six Consulting, Gilbane Building Company, J.W. Kelso Construction, and PBK Architects gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Ball High School. Standing behind the podium in a wall of purple and gold, Ball High School cheerleaders, …

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Hensel Phelps President & CEO Congratulates Airport Construction Workers for Safety Record During Workplace Safety Week

HOUSTON, TX — More than 500 people including construction craftsmen, trade partners, members of the Houston Airports executive staff, Hensel Phelps leadership, and the mayor of the City of Houston were on hand for the National Construction Safety week observance at the construction site of the Federal Inspection Services (FIS) …

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KDC Begins Construction on Wells Fargo's New Office Campus

IRVING, TX — KDC and Wells Fargo celebrate the start of construction for the new future workplace for Wells Fargo in Irving. The 850,000-square-foot project, on 22 acres, is located on the northeast corner of West Las Colinas Boulevard and Promenade Parkway, one block south of West Northwest Highway. The …

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HWH Breaks Ground on $16M Project for Texas' Prairiland ISD

PATTONVILLE, TX — Harrison, Walker & Harper, LLC (HWH), a construction and industrial services company, recently broke ground on an $11.6 million, 46,000-square-foot indoor multi-purpose facility for the Prairiland Independent School District (ISD) high school campus located in northeast Texas. Prairiland ISD is currently the only school district in Lamar …

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VLK Architects Celebrates Topping Out on their Seventh Project with Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD

PECOS, TX — VLK Architects joined Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD for the topping out of the new Agricultural Sciences Complex. PBTISD students, staff, and community members gathered for the ceremony while Pecos High School FFA students signed their names on the final steel beam.

“The PBTISD Agricultural Science Complex will support many …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction Completes Billingsley Company's International Business Park 18 Building in Plano

PLANO, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national construction management firm, has completed Billingsley Company’s International Business Park 18 building.

The new five-story, 242,000-square-foot building is located northwest of President George Bush Turnpike (SH 190) and one block from the Dallas North Tollway in Plano, Texas. AP managed …

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TxDOT Breaks Ground on Phase Two of Massive I-30 Expansion Project in Rockwall

ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX — With a panoramic view of Lake Ray Hubbard as the backdrop, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the city of Rockwall marked the start of construction on the second segment of the Interstate 30 expansion project. Local and state leaders gathered with shovels in hand …

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Sundt Starts Work on TxDOT IH-20 at US-84 Interchange

ROSCOE, TX — Sundt Construction recently started construction of the TxDOT IH-20/US-84 Traffic Interchange project. Sundt has begun constructing a new traffic interchange at IH-20 and US-84 from east of Farm Road 608 to the west of Loop 170 to make the route safer for motorists and leave room for …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction Breaks Ground on IDI Logistics' Sunrise Commerce Center in Round Rock

ROUND ROCK, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, recently started construction of IDI Logistics’ Sunrise Commerce Center in Round Rock, Texas.

Located less than a mile from Interstate 35, the Class A industrial development project — on 37 acres — will …

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FHWA Announces $300M Investment in Bridge Projects Across the United States, $14M to Fund the US-59 San Antonio River Bridge Project in Texas

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) recently revealed plans to allocate nearly $300 million for nine small- and medium-sized bridge projects in both urban and rural areas. The grants, awarded in eight states and the District of Columbia, are part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law's Bridge …

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J.D. Abrams Juggles Extra Crews and Equipment to Meet Aggressive Schedule for Capital-Area I-35 at Williams Drive Project

As J.D. Abrams, L.P., of Austin, Texas, completes the 2.6-mile, $61.7 million Interstate 35 at Williams Drive project in Georgetown, Texas, they have juggled a multitude of crews and equipment to meet the aggressive schedule.

However, “The biggest challenge is traffic management,” said Juan Ruiz, J.D. Abrams’ Project …

Granite Awarded an Approximately $99M Texas Road Widening Project

PEARLAND, TX — Granite has been awarded an approximately $99 million contract by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to reconstruct a section of roadway in Pearland, Texas. Project funding will come from the TxDOT Unified Transportation Program and will be included in Granite’s second-quarter CAP.

The project involves reconstructing …

University Boulevard Project Reaches Completion in Round Rock

ROUND ROCK, TX — Round Rock drivers are celebrating the completion of long-awaited improvements to University Boulevard between Interstate 35 and Sunrise Boulevard.

The $18 million project, which widened the road to six lanes, is part of the city’s long-range Transportation Master Plan and the Driving Progress Program, which dedicated …

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TxDOT Breaks Ground on I-35 Capital Express North Project to Help Keep Austin Drivers Moving

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) was joined by Texas Transportation Commission Chairman J. Bruce Bugg, Jr., Commissioner Robert Vaughn, and other officials to break ground on the I-35 Capital Express North project. This is the second of three projects in the I-35 Capital Express …

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Crosby ISD Selects LAN as Program Manager for $89.5M School Bond

CROSBY, TX — The Crosby Independent School District (CISD) has selected Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) to be the Program Manager for the completion of the voter-approved 2017 bond totaling $89.5 million. LAN will provide comprehensive program management services to ensure that the CISD’s initiatives are effectively implemented on …

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Elgin ISD Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Elementary School

ELGIN, TX — Elgin Independent School District is celebrating the groundbreaking for its new elementary school, Harvest Ridge Elementary. The ceremony took place near the school's construction site with students, parents, educators, and community members in attendance.

Harvest Ridge Elementary will be the district's fourth elementary school and will serve …

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Hoover Treated Wood Products Announces New Manufacturing Facility in Fairfield

FAIRFIELD, TX — The City of Fairfield, Fairfield Economic Development Corporation (EDC) and Hoover Treated Wood Products (HTWP) broke ground on a new $9 million wood treating facility coming to the community in late 2023. The plant — owned and operated by HTWP — will treat fire-retardant wood products to …

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AllianceTexas Surpasses $111B in Economic Impact

FORT WORTH, TX — AllianceTexas, Hillwood’s 27,000-acre master-planned, mixed-use community in north Fort Worth, continues to be one of the state’s most formidable economic engines with approximately $111.5 billion generated in regional economic impact and over $3.4 billion in total taxes paid to local public entities during the past …

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Hays County Roundabout Recognized by the American Council of Engineering Companies

HAYS COUNTY, TX — The Hays County Commissioners and American Structurepoint have earned a National Recognition Award from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) for exceptional engineering excellence for the FM 3237 and FM 150 Roundabout project in Hays County, Texas.

The 2023 ACEC National Engineering Excellence Awards recognized …

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TxDOT Cuts Ribbon on FM 2001 West Realignment Project

HAYS COUNTY, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) was joined by officials from Hays County to cut the ribbon on the FM 2001 West Realignment project. This is the first of three projects to improve FM 2001 between I-35 and SH 21. The west project realigned FM 2001 …

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Civil Rights Agreement Allows Resumption of North Houston Highway Improvement Project

HOUSTON, TX — Federal Highway Administrator Shailen Bhatt recently joined U.S. Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee in conversation with local community leaders and residents, elected officials, and advocates around the North Houston Highway Improvement Project (NHHIP), which will resume upon the signing of a Voluntary Resolution Agreement (VRA) by the Texas …

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Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital Breaks Ground on New Expansions

HOUSTON, TX — Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital recently broke ground on a new expansion, which includes a professional office building, a parking garage, additional surface parking and Memorial Hermann Sports Park - Cypress. These expansions will bring an additional 185,000 square feet of office space, more than 500 parking spaces, …

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Port Houston Expands Resin Packaging Footprint

HOUSTON, TX — PACKWELL broke ground on a new 725,000-square-foot resin packaging facility at Port Houston’s Bayport Industrial Complex, which is expected to anchor 20,000 export containers annually when it becomes operational in early 2024. The new facility is located on property leased from Port Houston and will feature the …

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Austin-Gilbane Joint Venture Tops Out Terminal D Pier West at Houston Airport

HOUSTON, TX — Recently, over 350 people gathered to celebrate the topping out of the new D West Pier at the George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Staff from Houston Airports, Fentress Architects and consultants, Austin-Gilbane Joint-Venture, and the subcontractors participated in the beam ceremony and an appreciation lunch. When …

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Plans Unveiled for Texas' First Commercial Building Striving to Achieve Net Zero Energy Operational Carbon

HOUSTON, TX — Hicks Ventures, a Houston-based, privately held development company, announces Framework @ Block 10, the city's first mass timber commercial office project and the first Texas commercial office building targeting net zero energy operational carbon upon completion in 2024.

"This is a model example of how Houston, …

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Generation Parkway Takes Shape

HOUSTON, TX — The first pour of concrete recently took place for Generation Parkway, the main boulevard that will connect the east and west edges of Generation Park. This first segment will provide access to HTX Surf, BioHub Two, and more. This portion of road is expected to be completed …

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Construction Commences on the Golden Triangle Polymers Project in Orange, Texas

ORANGE, TX — PCL Industrial Construction Co. and Golden Triangle Polymers Company LLC, along with other Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) companies, recently participated in a groundbreaking ceremony for the Golden Triangle Polymers Project in Orange, Texas.

The total installed cost of the integrated polymers facility is expected to be …

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VLK Joins Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD for the Groundbreaking of the New CTE and Science Wing at Pecos High School

PECOS, TX — VLK Architects recently gathered with Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD students, administrators, and community members for the groundbreaking of the new Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Science Wing at Pecos High School.

“VLK is grateful to be a part of the groundbreaking celebration for the new CTE and Science …

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Master Architect, Marketing Teams Selected for San Antonio International Airport

SAN ANTONIO, TX —The San Antonio International Airport (SAT) has selected Corgan Associates, Inc., an international architecture and design firm, and Lake|Flato, a local San Antonio firm, to serve as the Master Architect team for SAT’s Terminal Development Program (TDP). The Corgan/Lake|Flato team will design SAT’s new terminal …

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Walls Go Vertical on MicroGrid Industry Leader ELM's New HQ and Manufacturing Facility in The Colony

THE COLONY, TX — Walls are up and construction is proceeding briskly at microgrid systems producer ELM MicroGrid’s new 125,000-square-foot facility in The Colony, where it can continue to expand its energy storage and management capabilities for use across multiple sectors.

“Global interest and demand for renewable energy solutions have …

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Resource Environmental Solutions Implements 17,000-Acre Mitigation for North Texas’ Bois d’Arc Lake Project

As the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) constructed Bois d’Arc Lake northeast of Bonham, Texas – the state’s first new, major reservoir in over 30 years – their federal permit required them to mitigate a similar-sized area to offset natural habitat loss associated with construction.

The 17,000-acre mitigation ranked …

U.S. Department of Transportation Establishes Partnership with the City of Austin to Finance Mobility and Infrastructure Projects

AUSTIN, TEXAS — The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) today established a strategic partnership to facilitate innovative delivery and financing of infrastructure improvements in Austin, Texas. The Emerging Projects Agreement focuses on the City of Austin’s more than $22 billion “Mobility Program of Projects,” a network of projects designed to …

Austin Transit Partnership Announces Collaboration with HKS, UNStudio, and Gehl to Lead Architecture and Urban Design for Project Connect

AUSTIN, TX — The Austin Transit Partnership (ATP) announces a partnership with an international design team led by HKS, UNStudio, and Gehl to create system-wide architecture and urban design for the light rail program of Project Connect, a major expansion of Austin’s public transit system. Project Connect is …

Primoris Awarded Contract to Supply Fractionator Reboiler for Diamond Green Diesel’s Port Arthur Sustainable Aviation Fuel Project

DALLAS, TX — Primoris Services Corporation (Primoris) announces that its OnQuest business, an equipment designer and manufacturer specializing in process fired heaters within its Energy segment, has been selected to supply a fractionator reboiler for Diamond Green Diesel’s (DGD) sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) project at its Port Arthur, Texas, plant …

TDIndustries Wins 2023 TEXO Distinguished Building Awards for THR Justin Surgical Tower and DFW Airport High C Gates

DALLAS, TX — TDIndustries (TD), a facilities management and mechanical construction firm, announces that it has won first place in two categories during the 2023 TEXO Distinguished Building Awards. The awards recognized TDIndustries’ mechanical construction work on the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport High C Gates Demolition and Rebuild Project …

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PCL Construction/Sundt Awarded Pre-Construction Contracts on Two New Treatment Projects

EL PASO, TX — The PCL Construction/Sundt joint-venture team was recently awarded two pre-construction projects with El Paso Water Utilities. Pre-construction activities will prepare for upgrades and an expansion on the Roberto R. Bustamante Wastewater Treatment Plant (RRBWWTP), originally built in 1991, and the construction of a new …

McDermott Awarded FEED Contract from Shell

HOUSTON, TX — McDermott has been awarded a front-end engineering design (FEED) contract from Shell Trinidad and Tobago Limited for the Manatee gas development project as part of a competitive FEED process. Under the contract scope, McDermott will provide comprehensive FEED services for a wellhead platform, export pipeline system, shore …

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Central City Project Receives $20M from USACE

FORT WORTH, TX — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) 2023 work plan includes $20 million for the Modified Central City project in Fort Worth, also known as the Panther Island project.

The funds will continue the design of the project, which will include completing the Clear Fork, Trinity …

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Greystar Completes First Logistics Project in Houston

HOUSTON, TX — Greystar Real Estate Partners, LLC (Greystar), a company focusing on the investment, development, and management of real estate, including rental housing, logistics, and life sciences has completed its development of The Mill, a 166,000-square-foot, shallow-bay distribution facility in Northwest Houston, Texas.

“The Mill marks the first of …

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Skanska Announces Topping out of 1550 on the Green, Houston’s Greenest New Office Development

HOUSTON, TX — Skanska, a global development and construction firm, recently celebrated the topping out of its Discovery Green office tower, 1550 on the Green. As the 28-story, 375,000-square-foot Class-A office building nears completion, the milestone event, featuring leaders from anchor tenant Norton Rose Fulbright, marked a significant step …

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CEC Opens Career & Technology Center

IRVING, TX — CEC, a full-MEP and technology contractor, announces the opening of its Career & Technology Center. The building will house CEC’s University team, which provides quality training and continuing education for emerging talent in both the field and office.

“With this facility and CEC University’s training programs, …

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KISD Celebrates Dedication of Renovated Killeen High School

KILLEEN, TX — Killeen ISD recently celebrated the dedication of the historic renovation and addition of Killeen High School. Funded by the voter-approved 2018 Bond, the project includes significant renovations to CTE classrooms, the auditorium, main gym and library, as well as a new two-story academic wing that features classrooms, …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction Tops Out New Midland College Pre-K Academy

MIDLAND, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national construction management firm and general contractor, reached the construction midpoint of Midland College’s (MC) expansion with its new Pre-K Academy and Center for Teaching Excellence, which will house an expansion of the college’s pre-kindergarten academy and the college’s new bachelor …

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NexPoint Announces Proposal for TxS District, a 200-Acre Life Sciences District in Plano, Texas

PLANO, TX — NexPoint, an alternative investment firm, announces plans for TxS District, a proposed 200-acre life sciences development in Plano, Texas. The project, named to signify "Technology x Science," is designed to foster innovation and collaboration among companies and institutions across the life science sector.

The project centers …

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VLK Architects Breaks Ground on Royse City ISD’s Elementary School #7

ROYSE CITY, TX — VLK Architects joined with Royse City ISD (RCISD) to celebrate the groundbreaking of the district’s seventh elementary school. This project, to be named this summer following community input, was included in the May 2021 Bond.

“VLK was honored to take part in the groundbreaking for the …

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Alamo Cement Company Launches Solar Power System in Texas

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Efforts to scale-up clean power in the cement industry just got brighter. Alamo Cement Company announces the completion of their new solar power system in San Antonio, Texas, advancing the company's commitment to reduce carbon emissions and align itself with the cement industry's goal of reaching …

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Clark/Guido Delivers New Alamo Collections Center

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Clark Construction, in a joint venture with Guido Construction, has delivered the new Alamo Collections Center. Alamo Trust, Inc. developed the project.

The two-story, 24,000-square-foot Alamo Collections Center, the newest construction on the Alamo grounds since the 1950s, will provide significant exhibition space to …

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Two Projects in Texas Receive Build America Awards from AGC and Construction Risk Partners

The Association of General Contractors (AGC) and Construction Risk Partners recently honored this year’s best new and renovation construction projects with Build America Awards at the AGC Annual Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada. Build America Merit Awards were also presented to construction companies at the convention.

“These awards are designed …

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Five Major Contractors and Peak Workforce of 1,000 Build $1.6B Bois d’Arc Lake Project in Rural North Texas

What does it take to create a new water source for the rapidly growing number of Texas residents?

In the case of Bois d’Arc Lake in Fannin County – the first major reservoir built in Texas in over 30 years – it took years of planning and permitting, $1.2 billion …

Texas Governor, TxDOT Developing Record $100B Plan for Projects Across the State

AUSTIN, TX — Gov. Greg Abbott and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) are proposing a record 10-year $100 billion transportation plan that will increase the number of projects to improve congestion, maintain roadways, and increase safety across the state. This is estimated to be $15 billion more than the …

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USDOT Establishes Partnership with the City of Austin to Finance Mobility and Infrastructure Projects

AUSTIN, TX — The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) established a strategic partnership to facilitate innovative delivery and financing of infrastructure improvements in Austin, Texas. The Emerging Projects Agreement focuses on the City of Austin’s more than $22 billion Mobility Program of Projects, a network of projects designed to improve …

AECOM Selected as Program Manager for Fair Park Capital Projects Program in Dallas, Texas

DALLAS, TX — AECOM, an infrastructure consulting firm, announces that it has been selected by Fair Park First to provide program management services for major capital improvements to Fair Park, a 277-acre, cultural and entertainment complex in the heart of Dallas, Texas. AECOM will support Fair Park First’s capital …

McCarthy Awarded Multiple Denton Civil Projects

DENTON, TX — McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. has been awarded three road construction projects with the City of Denton. The projects — Mayhill Road, Neighborhood 7A Street Reconstruction, and Southeast Denton Package B Street Reconstruction — involve extending existing roads, street reconstruction, and water and wastewater improvements.

“Along with the …

Fort Worth Selects Development Team for Texas A&M Downtown Campus

FORT WORTH, TX — Citing a compelling conceptual design and their experience in public-private partnership projects, the City of Fort Worth has selected the real estate team of Edgemoor and KDC for the development of the Texas A&M-Fort Worth campus.

The city, and its Research & Innovation Local Government Corp., …

Funding Announced for Widening of SE Loop I-820 from Rosedale Street to Brentwood Stair Road

FORT WORTH, TX — The Southeast Connector project is being expanded to accelerate the inclusion of Interstate 820 from Rosedale Street to Brentwood Stair Road.

In a partnership with the North Central Texas Council of Governments, and with funding from growth in Proposition 1 revenues generated by oil and gas …

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FHWA and TxDOT Sign Agreement to Allow I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project to Move Forward

HOUSTON, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) signed a Voluntary Resolution Agreement (VRA) resolving the FHWA Title VI investigation of the I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project (NHHIP) and lifting FHWA’s pause on the project. This VRA takes significant steps to address …

City of Houston Awarded Federal Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant for Bissonnet Corridor Project

HOUSTON, TX — The United States Department of Transportation announces the City of Houston will receive $28.79 million in federal funding through the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant program for the Bissonnet Corridor Safe Streets Project.

The funding will support a seven-mile rehabilitation of Bissonnet Street from …

TxDOT Provides an Update on Grand Parkway

LEAGUE CITY, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces the execution of an agreement to begin developing the Grand Parkway extension from League City to Alvin. The extension project is known as Segment B.

“TxDOT has entered into project agreements with both Galveston and Brazoria Counties for TxDOT …

New System Will Increase Water Reliability and Capacity in Cedar Park, Leander, and Round Rock

ROUND ROCK, TX — Brushy Creek Regional Utility Authority, or BCRUA, is a regional partnership between three cities: Cedar Park, Leander, and Round Rock. These three cities have been growing immensely. They have been some of the fastest-growing cities in Texas. So right now, the water comes to the …

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New Business Park Coming to Southeast Austin with Ferguson Prelease

AUSTIN, TX — Jackson-Shaw, a national real estate development company headquartered in North Texas, plans to transform more than 67 acres in Southeast Austin into a new urban industrial business park. Located at the northeast corner of State Highway 130 and Elroy Road, the four-building project will have 602,400 …

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El Paso Project Recognized with We Build Texas Awards

EL PASO, TX — The We Build Texas project awards were recently presented at the Texas Transportation Forum in Austin, and the Texas Department of Transportation's (TxDOT) El Paso District received two of six honors for the I-10 Connect project in the design and the construction categories.

The $100 …

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Bechtel Celebrates the Completion of the Cutlass Solar Farm Project

FORT BEND, TX — Bechtel announces the completion of the Cutlass Solar project in Fort Bend, Texas. The solar photovoltaic project added 140 MWDC to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas’ Houston Zone, enough to power approximately 20,000 homes with zero-carbon electricity and eliminate 300,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions. …

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First Building at UNT at Frisco Opens as UNT Plants its Flag Permanently in Collin County

FRISCO, TX — From several vantage points of the University of North Texas' (UNT) four-story Frisco Landing building, students have an eagle-eye view of the surrounding Dallas-Fort Worth area. They also have access to classrooms and study spaces where they can create the vision for their future — many working …

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TxDOT Provides Project Update on 820 East Loop

FT. WORTH, TX — Work is progressing toward completion of the approaches to the new State Highway 10 bridge crossing I-820 and construction of the new bridge for the I-820 southbound main lanes over State Highway 121 and the Trinity Railway Express.

There are also plans to remove the old …

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SmithGroup Celebrates Opening of UHD Wellness & Success Center

HOUSTON, TX — SmithGroup celebrates the opening of the University of Houston - Downtown’s (UHD) new Wellness & Success Center, which recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Designed by SmithGroup in association with HarrisonKornberg Architects and built by Vaughn Construction, the 75,000-square-foot facility creates a hub for students and establishes …

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Stantec Selected to Lead Planning for Proposed El Paso Downtown Deck Plaza

PLANO, TX — Stantec has been selected by the City of El Paso to lead planning, visioning, and schematic design for a proposed deck plaza over the IH-10, which runs through the heart of El Paso. The deck plaza would reconnect neighborhoods that have been divided since the construction of …

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Skanska Breaks Ground on The University of Texas at Tyler's Medical Education Building

TYLER, TX — Skanska, a global construction and development firm, broke ground for The University of Texas at Tyler’s Medical Education Building. Texas Governor Greg Abbott was in attendance as the area celebrated UT System’s seventh medical school and the first of its kind in Northeast Texas, where new …

Seefried Properties, USAA Real Estate Break Ground on New Industrial Park in Rockwall, Texas

ROCKWALL, TX — Seefried Properties, a privately held real estate firm specializing in the development of industrial properties, along with capital partner and real estate investment manager, USAA Real Estate, announce construction has commenced at Rockwall Park 30, a new logistics facility in Rockwall, Texas. Situated on a …

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Dallas Park and Recreation's Management Partner — Fair Park First — Unveils Plans for Community Park

DALLAS, TX — Fair Park First unveiled updated renderings of the 18-acre Community Park Complex. These new renderings showcase a bird’s-eye view of the entire Community Park Complex along Fitzhugh Avenue, a view of one of the play areas featuring a skywalk and hillside slides, and a snapshot of an …

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New Development Phase Tops Out at Hall Park in Frisco, Texas

FRISCO, TX — Dallas-based developer HALL Group announces the topping out of three new towers at HALL Park a 16-story, Class AAA office tower; a 224-key boutique hotel and suites; and a 19-story, luxury multifamily tower designed to bring a live-work-play destination to the heart of Frisco. The milestone signals …

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Universal Parks & Resorts Plans to Bring New Concept for Families with Young Children to Frisco, Texas

FRISCO, TX — Universal Parks & Resorts announces a theme park specifically designed to inspire fun for families with young children. The new park concept, set in a lush green landscape and featuring immersive themed lands, celebrates Universal’s brand of entertainment, humor, and innovation and brings to life its characters …

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City, Texas A&M Reach Terms Over Expanded Fort Worth Campus

FT. WORTH, TX — City Council approved an interlocal agreement that spells out the general terms and conditions the city and Texas A&M University will follow in helping to develop the proposed Texas A&M campus in downtown Fort Worth.

Councilmembers approved the agreement that will go before the Texas A&M …

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Historic Marine Neighborhood Selected for $3.8M Improvements

FT. WORTH, TX — Ft. Worth City Council selected Historic Marine as the neighborhood to focus its $3,887,650 Neighborhood Improvement Program allocation in 2023. The Neighborhood Improvement Program is an annual effort of the City of Fort Worth, implemented by Neighborhood Services Department staff, that provides targeted capital investments to …

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Buc-ee's to Break Ground on New Travel Center in Hillsboro, Texas

HILLSBORO, TX — Buc-ee's will soon break ground on its new travel center in Hillsboro, Texas. The start of construction will be celebrated with a ceremony attended by local leaders.

Located at 165 State Highway 77, Buc-ee's Hillsboro will occupy 74,000 square feet and offer 120 fueling positions. Buc-ee's favorites …

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Officials Announce Consensus on TxDOT I-45 Project

HOUSTON, TX — After almost two years of discussion and negotiation, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) announces that it has reached common ground with City of Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and Harris County officials, which will help advance the I-45 North Houston Highway Improvement Project (NHHIP).

“Both the Memorandum …

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McCarthy Tops Out Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital Campus

HOUSTON, TX — McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. recently celebrated the topping out of Houston Methodist’s new Cypress Hospital campus located in the greater Houston area. The Houston Methodist campus sits on 105 acres and consists of a seven-story hospital, two medical office buildings, and a central utility plant, with a …

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San Antonio’s $1.5B I-35 NEX Central Project Builds Six Elevated Lanes Between Existing Main Lanes and Frontage Roads

With San Antonio’s Interstate 35 corridor already over capacity – and exponential growth expected throughout the area in the coming years – the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) needed to find a way to reduce congestion and improve safety. However, because of commercial and residential development along the corridor, conventional …

Dallas-Fort Worth Bicycle-Pedestrian Projects Awarded $55M

DALLAS/FT. WORTH — The Regional Transportation Council approved $55 million in federal funding for construction of 13 active transportation projects in Collin, Dallas, Denton, and Tarrant counties. A combined $8 million in local match provided by the local communities brings the total investment in the region’s bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure …

Region’s Transportation-AQ Balance Receives Federal Approval

DALLAS, TX — The U.S. Department of Transportation has determined the Metropolitan Transportation Plan approved by the Regional Transportation Council in June conforms with federal air quality regulations, allowing current and future multimodal improvements in the long-range plan to move forward.

A conformity determination is required because 10 Dallas-Fort Worth …

HR&A Named Economic Development Consultant for Panther Island

FT. WORTH, TX — Last year, several important milestones were reached in the continued development of Panther Island:

  • The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced an allocation of $403 million from the federal government to provide funding for the Central City Flood Control Project, which allowed local partners to turn …
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Revolution Energy Storage Breaks Ground

MIDLAND, TX — Spearmint Energy, a renewable energy company enabling the clean energy revolution through battery energy storage, announces that it has begun construction of Revolution, its 150 MW, two-hour battery energy storage project in West Texas, in partnership with Mortenson, a power engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractor …

City of Round Rock Approves Agreements with Williamson County for Road Improvements

ROUND ROCK, TX — The Round Rock City Council approved three interlocal agreements with Williamson County for future transportation projects at a recent regularly scheduled meeting. The agreements calls for the following improvements, which are all currently in the design phase:

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Inspire Development Starts Construction on Mixed-Use Community in Austin

AUSTIN, TX — Austin-based Inspire Development has kicked off vertical construction of its $2 billion mixed-use project in northwest Austin called Pearson Ranch with the start of an apartment community.

The new project, called The Eden, will include 306 apartment “smart” units that integrate the latest technological features with a …

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Bechtel and Sabanci Renewables Inc. Partner to Grow US Solar Market

FORT BEND, TX — Bechtel has been selected to build a 272 MWdc solar facility for Sabanci Renewables, Inc. in Fort Bend County, Texas. The Fort Bend facility will be the first utility-scale solar project in the United States for Sabanci Renewables, Inc., a subsidiary of Sabanci Holding. Sabanci …

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Two Major North Texas Highway Projects Reach Major Milestones

FORT WORTH/DALLAS, TX — With shovels and scissors, two major highway projects in Tarrant and Dallas counties recently marked beginning and ending milestones on the path to improving the drive for North Texans. Local and state officials broke ground on a major Tarrant County highway project and cut the ribbon …

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Environmental Sustainability Will be Key Feature at Future City Hall

FORT WORTH, TX — Fort Worth has purchased the former Pier 1 building to transform the way municipal services are delivered in the city. The move will bring functions from 22 departments from 14 buildings into the site. The existing tower is undergoing changes to support a welcoming and functional …

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Plans Unveiled for The Mix, a Mixed-Experience Community

FRISCO, TX — The plans and name for a $3 billion, 112-acre progressive, mixed-experience community built around a vibrant central park — The Mix — have been announced. The first phase of The Mix, located at Dallas Parkway and Lebanon Road in the North Platinum Corridor in Frisco, Texas, recently …

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Fort Worth Names Construction Firms for Convention Center Expansion

FT. WORTH, TX — The City of Fort Worth announces it has selected three North Texas construction firms to lead the Fort Worth Convention Center’s expansion. The firms, each based in and with deep ties to North Texas, were chosen based on their extensive past experience.

Under the contract, the …

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METRO Celebrates the Installation of Digital Signs

HOUSTON, TX — METRO leadership and community partners celebrated the installation of bus arrival digital signs at the Hiram Clarke Transit Center.

"This transit center is a key asset in the community, and we're excited to host the unveiling of METRO's new digital signage network," said Homer Clark, Board …

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Conceptual Master Plan Approved for Towne Lake Park

MCKINNEY, TX — The McKinney City Council approved a conceptual master plan for Towne Lake Park that retains the park's natural beauty while incorporating new signature features for residents and visitors.

The multi-year plan details the inclusion of a new performance pavilion, more trails, better access to the lake, and …

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UTSA Continues Downtown Development with San Pedro II to Advance Workforce Initiatives, Job Creation for San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO, TX — The UT System Board of Regents approves the next phase of The University of Texas at San Antonio’s (UTSA) downtown development initiatives.

While amplifying the cyber security and data science programs in San Pedro I, the new Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Careers (IEC) building, to be known …

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Texas Started 1,217 Transportation Projects in Year-One of Infrastructure Law, New Report Shows

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Texas leveraged $5.2 billion in federal highway and bridge formula funds in FY 2022 to help jumpstart 1,217 new improvement projects in communities across the state during the first year of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), a review of U.S. Treasury Department data through September …

Texas Sidewalks, Bike Lanes Receive Funding

AUSTIN, TX — As Texas strives to reduce the rising number of pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is making available around $250 million for its 2023 Transportation Alternatives Call for Projects.

The federal funding will go toward sidewalks, bike lanes, shared-use paths, and other projects …

A&M Regents Approve Plan for $71.2M in New TAMIU Construction

COLLEGE STATION, TX — The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents green-lighted plans for a new Health Sciences Education and Research Center and an expansion for the Western Hemispheric Trade Center at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) with a total planning amount of $71.2 million. The TAMIU go-ahead was …

Corpus Christi City Council Approves North Beach Revitalization and Drainage Plan

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – At a regularly scheduled business meeting, MIG Civil Engineering, LLC., presented the North Beach Revitalization and Drainage Improvement Plan and Phase 1 of its implementation to the City Council.

City Council voted to adopt the plan, approve phase 1 construction of the project, and repeal …

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HNTB to Partner with City of Dallas Department of Aviation on Capital Projects

DALLAS, TX — HNTB has been selected by the City of Dallas Department of Aviation to provide independent construction management services, including construction inspection services, and project management services for multiple capital projects within the Dallas Airport System.

“We are proud to continue our long partnership with the City of …

Kansas City Southern Breaks Ground on Second Span of New International Bridge in Laredo, Texas and Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas

LAREDO, TX — Kansas City Southern (KCS) ceremonially broke ground on both sides of the new International Railroad Bridge spanning the Rio Grande from Laredo, Texas, to Nuevo Laredo, Tamaulipas. This new bridge will be constructed alongside the existing bridge and is estimated for completion by year-end 2024.

"Today marks …

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Fluor Breaks Ground on I-35 Capital Express South Project in Austin, Texas

AUSTIN, TX — Fluor Corporation and officials from the Texas Department of Transportation broke ground on the Interstate 35 (I-35) Capital Express South project in Austin, Texas. Fluor was awarded the project in the second quarter of 2022.

“It is always gratifying to break ground on a new project that …

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Sixth and Guadalupe Mixed-Use Tower Tops Out as the Tallest Tower in Austin

AUSTIN, TX — Standing taller than any current building in Austin, Sixth and Guadalupe has topped out at its final height of 865 feet. This much-anticipated milestone has been two and a half years of a steady vertical climb and was met successfully, even with a backdrop of skilled labor …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction Completes Midlothian ISD's $53M Heritage High School Renovations and Addition

DALLAS, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, recently completed renovations and facility expansions for Midlothian Independent School District's (MISD) Heritage High School.

The $53-million construction project, which began in summer 2020, consists of a 185,000-square-foot addition to Heritage High School, adding …

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North Texas Municipal Water District Dedication Celebrates Completion of Bois d’Arc Lake

FANNIN COUNTY, TX — The North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) officially dedicated Bois d’Arc Lake in Fannin County, Texas, to celebrate the completion of the state’s newest major reservoir and its associated operations facilities.

The ceremony saw close to 300 officials gathered near the Bois d’Arc Lake dam and …

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Western Specialty Contractors Waterproofs Massive Concrete Vehicular Tunnels in Houston’s Memorial Park

HOUSTON, TX — For over 50 years, Memorial Park in Houston, Texas, has been divided in half by Memorial Drive and its busy traffic, but all that has changed. Humans and animal traffic alike now have a safe way to enjoy both sides of the 1,500-acre park with the construction …

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Midway Unveils Plans for Watermark Mixed-Use Development in West Houston Corridor

HOUSTON, TX — Midway, the privately owned, fully integrated real estate investment, development, and management firm, announces plans to redevelop the former ConocoPhillips’ corporate headquarters site into Watermark District at Woodcreek (Watermark). Watermark will become a mixed-use destination surrounded by waterfront views and outdoor walkways.

Located just north of …

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City of McAllen Hosts Ground Breaking Ceremony for $83M Anzalduas Bridge Expansion

MCALLEN TX — McAllen Chamber President & CEO Josh Mejia recently took part in the ground breaking of the $83-million infrastructure project that aims to make Anzalduas Land Port of Entry fully commercial. Many moving parts came together to help the project come to fruition including the City of McAllen, …

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McKinney Breaks Ground on New City Hall Complex

MCKINNEY, TX — The City of McKinney recently broke ground on the new City Hall complex in the Historic Downtown McKinney Cultural District that will accommodate the city's growth for the next generation and serve as a central gathering space and catalyst for development.

The 175,000-square-foot, five-story building will be …

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Governor Abbott, TxDOT Break Ground on Loop 1604 North Expansion

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Governor Greg Abbott and Texas Transportation Commission Chairman J. Bruce Bugg, Jr. celebrated the groundbreaking for Segment 2 of the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Loop 1604 North Expansion project in San Antonio. As part of the statewide Texas Clear Lanes initiative, the $418-million segment aims …

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Leaders Celebrate Topping Out of UT Health San Antonio Multispecialty and Research Hospital

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Surgeries in multiple specialties, new services for the region including stem cell therapies and bone marrow transplants, and access to the latest clinical research trials are drawing closer to reality as construction of the half-a-billion-dollar UT Health San Antonio Multispecialty and Research Hospital reaches an important …

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Webber Completes IH-35 Waco Construction Project Five Months Ahead of Schedule

WACO, TX — Webber, along with representatives from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), the cities of Waco and Bellmead, McLennan County, and Baylor University, celebrated substantial completion of the IH-35 Waco construction project with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Event speakers included Texas Transportation Commission Chairman J. Bruce Bugg, Jr. …

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Five Overlapping Projects Improve I-10 Pavement and Congestion on San Antonio’s East Side

As traffic increases and pavement deteriorates on Interstate 10 on San Antonio’s east side, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) undertook five separate, but overlapping, projects to improve mobility and safety.

With two projects complete and three currently under construction (see “Project Breakdown”), contractors have dealt with ongoing utility relocations, …

Leopard Street from Crosstown Expressway to Palm Drive in Corpus Christi to Receive $7.8M Reconstruction

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — At a recent City Council meeting, Mayor Paulette Guajardo and the City Council approved a $7.8-million construction contract to Clark Pipeline Services, LLC for the reconstruction of Leopard Street from the Crosstown Expressway to Palm Drive, a project located in Council District 1. Funding for the …

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Sempra Infrastructure Announces Final EPC Contract with Bechtel for Port Arthur LNG

HOUSTON, TX — Sempra Infrastructure, a subsidiary of Sempra, announces that Port Arthur LNG and Bechtel Energy have amended and restated the fixed-price engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract, for the proposed Phase 1 liquefaction project under development in Jefferson County, Texas. The amended contract includes an updated price …

Pflugerville, Texas Receives $52M WIFIA Loan for Drinking Water Upgrades

PFLUGERVILLE, TX — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is awarding a $52-million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan to the City of Pflugerville, Texas, to support the city’s Water Treatment Plant Expansion Project.

The project will increase the plant’s drinking water treatment capacity with new treatment and …

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Austin-Based High 5 Entertainment Expanding to Allen, Texas

ALLEN, TX — High 5 Entertainment announces their expansion to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, primarily serving the north Texas communities of Allen, McKinney, Frisco, and Plano. The Austin-born experiential entertainment company recently acquired over three acres of frontage in the new development, The Farm in Allen, on the south side …

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TxDOT Announces Texas Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan

AUSTIN, TX — The Statewide Electric Vehicle (EV) Infrastructure Plan for Texas is a multi-year plan to enable current and future drivers of electric vehicles to confidently travel across the state for work, recreation, and exploration. One measure of success of the plan for Electric Alternative Fuel Corridors will be …

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City of Corpus Christi Awarded Water Rights Permit for Seawater Desalination

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – At a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Commissioners' meeting in Austin, the Commissioners voted unanimously to approve the City of Corpus Christi's water rights permit for a seawater desalination plant on the Inner Harbor in Corpus Christi. This is the first water rights permit in …

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Sundt Breaks Ground on Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Aerospace

EL PASO, TX — Sundt Construction recently broke ground on the Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Aerospace at the University of Texas El Paso (UTEP). The center will go hand in hand with the university’s new undergraduate degree in aerospace and aeronautical engineering.

“Getting started on this much-needed, innovative facility …

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Gulfstream Customer Support Marks Official Opening of Fort Worth Alliance Service Center

FORT WORTH, TX — Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. announces the official opening of its newest Gulfstream Customer Support service center at Fort Worth Alliance Airport. To mark the occasion, federal, state, and local dignitaries, community leaders, and Gulfstream leadership and employees came together for a ceremonial ribbon-cutting held at the facility. …

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City of Fort Worth Unveils New Vision for Heritage and Paddock Parks

FORT WORTH, TX — The City Council recently heard updated plans to connect downtown with the Trinity River by redeveloping Heritage Park and the adjacent Paddock Park. Paddock Park is just north of the Tarrant County Courthouse at the base of the Main Street Bridge, which is commonly known as …

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Volkswagen Group of America Announces Port Freeport in Texas as New Gulf Coast Hub for Future Operations

FREEPORT, TX — Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VWGoA) announces Port Freeport as the new major Gulf Coast hub for its future vehicle logistics port operations, in collaboration with Port Freeport and developer KDC. With a 20-year lease agreement, Volkswagen Group of America aims to further improve vehicle logistics …

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New Crane Gives Big B Crane the Reach Needed to Construct Fort Bend EpiCenter

Located in the heart of a continuously growing community, the Fort Bend County EpiCenter project will bring a much-needed venue for hosting a variety of events in the City of Rosenberg, Texas. According to the Fort Bend Economic Development Council, Fort Bend County was once a small community with only …

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Farther and Faster

Cities across the United States are prioritizing the replacement of aging underground utility infrastructure to improve service and integrate required environmental safeguards.

In San Antonio, Texas, a massive project is currently underway to replace a 5-mile-long deteriorating and inadequate sanitary sewer pipeline known as the “W-6 Upper Segment” main. Part …

TxDOT Completes Upgrades at I-35 and US 183 Interchange in Travis County

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) was joined by Texas Transportation Commission Chairman J. Bruce Bugg, Jr. and Commissioner Robert Vaughn to celebrate major upgrades to the I-35 and US 183 interchange during a ribbon cutting ceremony.

“In 2015, Governor Greg Abbott publicly called on the Texas …

Entergy Texas Announces Construction of Service Center Facility in Beaumont

BEAUMONT, TX — Entergy Texas employees assigned to the Chevyland Service Center near I-10 in Beaumont will soon have a new facility. The Texas Department of Transportation plans to acquire the property where the service center is located for the I-10/US 69 interchange project.

As a result of the project, …

Council Approves Construction Contracts for Waldron Road and Wildcat Drive

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – At a Corpus Christi City Council meeting, Mayor Paulette Guajardo and the City Council approved two Bond 2020 street construction contracts of $2.3 and $3.2 million.

The first construction contract was awarded to JE Construction Services, LLC of Corpus Christi, Texas, for the rehabilitation of Waldron …

McCarthy Begins Mobilization of Construction Workforce and Hiring for Leeward Renewable Energy’s 200 MW Horizon Solar Project

DALLAS, TX — McCarthy Building Companies has contracted with Leeward Renewable Energy (LRE) as the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractor for a utility-scale solar farm in Pearsall, Texas, located approximately an hour southwest of San Antonio. McCarthy is responsible for the design, procurement, construction, and commissioning of the 200-megawatt …

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Major Construction Project to Begin in Polk County

LUFKIN, TX — A Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) pre-construction meeting was held in the Lufkin District Regional Conference room, signaling the start of a major construction project in Polk County. Engineers, city representatives, consultants, utility, general contractors, environmental, and safety professionals were in attendance to discuss the Corrigan Relief …

New Projects Approved for TxDOT's Lufkin District

LUFKIN, TX — The Texas Transportation Commission recently approved more than $520.9 million in new construction projects statewide, with more than $12.4 million earmarked for projects in the Lufkin District.

Commissioners also approved more than $75.9 million in maintenance projects, which included more than $1.7 million for the Lufkin District. …

FAA Awards Another $2.5M for San Antonio Airport Improvements

SAN ANTONIO, TX — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announces that San Antonio will get $2.5 million in funding for airport improvements. The funds are part of the recent $850 million the FAA awarded to 200 U.S. airports through its airport improvement program. The announcement comes within a month of …

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Omniplan Engaged KAI to Design RedBird Health Center in Dallas to Support Well-Being of Underserved Community

DALLAS, TX — Several years ago, Redbird, Dallas introduced “Reimagine RedBird,” a revitalization project to redevelop the former Red Bird Mall currently named Southwest Center Mall. One of the RedBird development team’s goals was to provide community supportive services and close the health care gap in the underserved southern sector …

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DCTA and DART Approve Joint Rail Operations Facility

DALLAS, TX — The Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Board of Directors approved an inter-local agreement with Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA) for a Joint Rail Operations Facility (JROF) for testing, operations, and maintenance of the new Stadler Fast Light Intercity and Regional Train (FLIRT) commuter rail vehicles for the …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction, Acadia Healthcare Top Out Rio Vista Behavioral Health Expansion Project in El Paso

EL PASO, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, and Acadia Healthcare Company Inc., a provider of behavioral health care services across the U.S., have topped out the new addition to Rio Vista Behavioral Health Hospital in El Paso, Texas, marking the …

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WestStar Tower Achieves LEED Silver Certification

EL PASO, TX — Hunt Companies, Inc. and WestStar announce that WestStar Tower has achieved LEED certification to the Silver level. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is the most widely used green building rating system in the world and an …

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City of Fort Worth Breaks Ground on City Council Building

FORT WORTH, TX — City of Fort Worth residents watched and cheered as dignitaries broke ground on the new City Council wing at Future City Hall.

Site enhancements at the former Pier 1 headquarters building, 100 Energy Way, will include a new City Council Chamber facility, which will be home …

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VLK Celebrates Successful Project Completions for the 2022-2023 School Year

FORT WORTH, TX — VLK Architects announces its newest Texas public school campuses opening for the 2022-23 school year. In a market overwhelmed with supply chain issues and construction delays, representatives from VLK said they are grateful to have worked side-by-side with districts, contractors, and consultants to deliver a variety …

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Adolfson & Peterson, Cushman & Wakefield Complete Construction of PGA of America Headquarters' New Home at PGA Frisco

FRISCO, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, announces the opening of the newly constructed 106,622-square-foot, $33.5-million PGA of America headquarters building in Frisco, Texas. AP served as contractor in partnership with Cushman & Wakefield, which served as construction manager. Design …

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Major Traffic Project to Begin at FM 518 & I-45

LEAGUE CITY, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will be starting work on a project that will provide traffic relief at the intersection of FM 518 and I-45. This is part of TxDOT’s larger I-45 improvement project and should be completed by the end of the year.

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Dallas North Tollway Fourth Lane Project in Frisco Now Underway

PLANO, TX — Drivers who use the Dallas North Tollway (DNT) in Frisco will soon see work underway to make their commutes easier and provide better access to developments near the DNT.

The North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) will begin adding a fourth lane in each direction of the DNT …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction Awarded Contract for IDI Logistics' Sunrise Commerce Center in Round Rock, Texas

ROUND ROCK, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national, family-owned construction management and contracting company, was awarded the contract for IDI Logistics’ Sunrise Commerce Center, a Class A industrial development project consisting of five speculative buildings in Round Rock, Texas.

AP will develop the 36-acre industrial tract and …

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TxDOT Holds Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on US 67 Project

SAN ANGELO, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) San Angelo District recently celebrated the completion of its $40-million US 67 Project in San Angelo. Joining in on the festivities were TxDOT Commissioner Alvin New, State Senator Charles Perry, State Representative Drew Darby, San Angelo Mayor Brenda …

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Colorado River Constructors Modernizes Oak Hill Parkway in Austin

Drivers who regularly pass through southwest Austin have inevitably experienced the ever-increasing traffic volume and frequent gridlock around the intersection of U.S. 290 and SH 71. This intersection has long been identified as a heavily congested area in need of solutions and is listed as one of the 100 most …

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TxDOT Awarded $25M for Northeast Texas and El Paso Trails

ATLANTA, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is taking another step forward in providing safe, long-distance travel options for bicyclists and pedestrians after TxDOT received $25 million in federal funds to expand two trail corridors in Northeast Texas and El Paso. Both trails are components of the state’s …

Texas Governor, TxDOT Announce Record $85B 10-Year Transportation Plan

AUSTIN, TX — Governor Greg Abbott announces the adoption of the Texas Department of Transportation's (TxDOT) 2023 Unified Transportation Program (UTP), advancing a record $85-billion, 10-year statewide roadway construction plan. The 2023 UTP reflects an unprecedented level of projected transportation funding dedicated to improving transportation safety, addressing congestion and …

New Report Calls for Modernizing and Expanding Key Texas Highways Connecting Rural and Urban Areas

AUSTIN, TX — Increasing traffic levels, a lack of connectivity between urban and rural areas, and a lack of adequate safety features are among the challenges faced on Texas’ rural transportation system, according to a new report from TRIP, a national transportation research nonprofit based in Washington, D.C. The TRIP …

Texas Approves $24M for Water, Flood Projects

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) announces financial assistance totaling $24.4 million for water and flood projects across the state. The funded projects are as follows:

$13 million was given to the Parker County Special Utility District (Parker County) for water system improvements. Parker County will use …

City Council Approves $125M Bond for November 2022 Election

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — Corpus Christi Mayor Paulette Guajardo and the City Council passed an ordinance calling for the Bond 2022 Program to be placed on the November 8, 2022 election ballot in the City of Corpus Christi. This ordinance will authorize the city to issue bonds totaling $125 …

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City of Corpus Christi Adopts Record-Setting $1.4B FY 2023 Budget

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — Mayor Paulette Guajardo and the City Council recently adopted the City of Corpus Christi’s operating and capital budget totaling $1.4 billion for the Fiscal Year 2023.

The balanced budget is designed to address the community’s top priorities including public safety, streets, and parks. The part …

Woolpert Selected by North Central Texas Council of Governments to Provide Orthoimagery, Lidar Products, and Services

DALLAS, TX — Woolpert has been contracted by the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) to provide orthoimagery, lidar, survey, and value-added mapping services through its Spatial Data Cooperative Program. The NCTCOG facilitates the purchase of spatial data through this public-private partnership, enabling local governments to share costs and …

Biden-Harris Administration Announces Nearly $101.6M in Funding for Six Projects in Texas

DALLAS, TX — U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg announces that the Biden-Harris Administration has awarded $101.6 million to support six projects in Texas from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) program to help move forward on projects that modernize roads, bridges, transit, rail, ports, and intermodal …

US 59 Expansion Project in Redland Set to Begin

LUFKIN, TX — A pre-construction meeting was recently held in the Texas Department of Transportation Lufkin Area Office, signaling the start of a major construction project in Angelina County that will widen a section of US 59 in Redland.

Barricades were set up on US 59 in Redland from FM …

Sterling Announces New Award for $31M in its Transportation Solutions Segment

THE WOODLANDS, TX — Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. (Sterling) announces that its subsidiary, Texas Sterling Construction (TSC) of its Transportation Solutions segment has been awarded a $31-million highway reconstruction project by the Texas Department of Transportation.

This SH 205 Collin County highway project includes the reconstruction and widening of State …

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Midland Water Pollution Control Plant Expansion Named One of the Nation’s Best Design-Build Projects

With recent market analysis showing that the design-build project delivery method will account for as much as 47 percent of construction spending by 2025, the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) is seeing significant growth and success in design-build projects across the country. One such design-build project, the Midland Water Pollution …

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Expansion Project on I-45 Corridor Adds Lanes to Enhance Freight Mobility and Reduce Congestion

Interstate 45 is a major interstate route through central Texas, connecting the cities of Dallas and Houston, then continuing southeast to Galveston and the Gulf of Mexico. As the primary transportation corridor between the state's two largest metropolitan areas, I-45 carries an ever-increasing volume of commuter, commercial, and heavy truck …

Balfour Beatty Successfully Places First Beams to Support Bridge Widening on TxDOT’s Oak Hill Parkway Project

AUSTIN, TX — Balfour Beatty, as part of Colorado River Constructors (CRC) joint venture team, achieves a major milestone during the delivery of the Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) $674-million Oak Hill Parkway project. The project team successfully set the first bridge beams that support widening activities east …

TxDOT Approves Nearly $150M for Statewide Transit

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is investing nearly $150 million in statewide transit. The Texas Transportation Commission recently awarded more than $68 million in federal and state funds to transit providers across the state. Combined with an award granted in June, TxDOT is distributing more than …

Texas Water Development Board Approves Financial Assistance Totaling Over $670M for SWIFT Projects

AUSTIN , TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) approves financial assistance totaling $670,975,000 for State Water Implementation Fund for Texas (SWIFT)* projects.

  • $18,110,000 to the Greenbelt Municipal and Industrial Water Authority (Donley County) for a water supply project
  • $250,800,000 to the City of Dallas (Dallas, Denton, Collin, Ellis, …
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City Council Approves Projects for $125M Bond 2022 Program

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — At the regularly scheduled business meeting, Corpus Christi City Council passed a resolution approving a list of the street, park, library, and public safety projects for the $125-million Bond 2022 program proposed to be considered by the voters on November 8. The bond will not require …

KAI Designs Modern Laboratory for Learning at New H.S. Thompson Elementary School in Dallas, Texas

DALLAS, TX — Planned as a replacement school for the H.S. Thompson Learning Center, KAI designed the new H.S. Thompson Elementary School in South Dallas, Texas as a beacon for academic excellence.

“Our team sought to develop an environment for academic excellence by providing the students, staff, and community with …

TxDOT Gives Update on I-10 Widening West Project in El Paso

EL PASO, TX — Construction on the Texas Department of Transportation's (TxDOT) I-10 Widening West project, designed to help alleviate congestion on the city’s west side, adds lanes and reverses ramps from the North Mesa interchange (Exit 11) toward the New Mexico state line and is one of several …

Construction Now Underway at Future City Hall Site in Fort Worth

FORT WORTH, TX — Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker announces that construction has commenced on the Future City Hall building. Morning commuters taking Forest Park Boulevard may have noticed that construction fencing has gone up at the site.

The fencing represents the start of critical site and landscape work in …

LAN Selected to Manage Galveston ISD Bond Program

GALVESTON, TX — Lockwood, Andrews and Newnam (LAN) has been selected by the Galveston Independent School District to manage its $314.8-million bond program. Recently passed by voters of the island city, the bond package will fund a new Ball High School and aquatics center, allow for middle school campus upgrades, …

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City of Galveston Fortifies Flood Protection Network, Selecting Stantec for South Shore Drainage Project Design

GALVESTON, TX — The City of Galveston has selected Stantec, a sustainable design and engineering company, to lead design of the South Shore Drainage project. The $55-million project represents a critical component in the city’s rising coastal protection strategy to protect residents, businesses, key evacuation routes, and vital resources …

Hays County Celebrates Opening its Newest Roundabout

HAYS COUNTY, TX — A new roundabout at RM 3237 and RM 150 was recently unveiled, allowing Hays County to celebrate its newest — and first-ever — county-funded roundabout intersection. Officials from the county, along with American Structurepoint, held a ribbon-cutting event to mark the occasion.

“By using a …

McCarthy Breaks Ground on Houston Methodist Cypress Campus

HOUSTON, TX — McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. has begun construction on Houston Methodist’s new Cypress campus. Houston Methodist’s ninth hospital in the greater Houston area, the campus sits on 106 acres and will consist of a seven-story hospital, two medical office buildings, and a central utility plant. The hospital will …

McCarthy Completes Houston’s Northeast Water Purification Plant - Intake Pump Station

HOUSTON, TX — McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. has completed construction on the City of Houston’s Northeast Water Purification Plant (NEWPP) Intake Pump Station (IPS). The 30,000-square-foot raw water Intake Pump Station building includes an access bridge constructed on pilings 1,000 feet from the shore within the middle of Lake Houston. …

Webber Awarded $340M in Texas Projects

HOUSTON, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) awards Webber four contracts with a combined value of $340 million. The projects include expansion of existing roads in Kaufman, Denton, Collin, and Comal counties.

The scope of work for the Kaufman County project will consist of the widening of U.S. …

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American Constructors Announces Completion of Killeen High School #6

KILLEEN, TX — American Constructors, a Central Texas general contractor and construction management firm, announces the completion of Chaparral High School, the newest campus for Killeen Independent School District (KISD). KISD celebrated the grand opening of the school during a dedication ceremony with district leadership, students, families, and community …

Independent Financial Opens Phase 2 of New Corporate Headquarters in McKinney

MCKINNEY, TX — Independent Financial announces the completion of Phase Two of its $150-million headquarters campus in McKinney, Texas, supporting the organization’s expanding workforce.

The new six-story, 198,000-square-foot building more than doubles Independent Financial’s existing presence at McKinney Corporate Center Craig Ranch and allows the organization to consolidate its banking …

Mill Creek Tunnel Excavation Complete

RICHARDSON, TX — The Mill Creek/Peaks Branch/State Thomas Drainage Relief Tunnel (Mill Creek Tunnel) reached an important milestone, when the tunnel boring machine (TBM) broke through the shaft wall to complete the excavation phase.

The large diameter TBM, nicknamed “Big Tex,” completed a five-mile journey that included two miles of …

Jackson-Shaw Breaks Ground on Centerpoint Phase II Logistics Park in San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Jackson-Shaw, a national real estate development company headquartered in North Texas, announces the development of the 36-acre CenterPoint Phase II Logistics Park, the final phase of a 64-acre master-planned industrial park in San Antonio.

Jackson-Shaw broke ground on the 302,518-square-foot, three-building CenterPoint Phase I Logistics …

TxDOT Gives Update on Loop 1604 Expansion Project

SAN ANTONIO, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is moving forward with plans to improve approximately 23 miles of Loop 1604 from SH-16 (Bandera Road) to I-35 in north Bexar County. The Loop 1604 Expansion Project involves several transportation improvements that are designed to improve mobility, reduce congestion, …

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Project will Rebuild US 385 in Northern Andrews County

ANDREWS, TX — A Texas Department of Transportation project to rehabilitate about 14 miles of U.S. Highway 385 in north Andrews County has begun. A very short segment of SH 115 will also be rehabilitated on the west side of Andrews as part of the project.

The 14-mile project on …

TxDOT Completes Upgrades at I-35 and Parmer Lane in Travis County

AUSTIN, TX — A project that built a diverging diamond interchange (DDI) in north Austin is now complete and was celebrated today by the Texas Department of Transportation, Texas Transportation Commission Chairman J. Bruce Bugg, Jr., State Rep. Celia Israel, and others at a ribbon cutting ceremony.

“Since …

Construction Begins Near Lakeline Station Bringing New Multifamily and Retail to Austin, Texas

AUSTIN, TX — Live. Work. Play. That is the vision for this new mixed-use development, and Cadence McShane Construction Company is collaborating with Sabot Development, American Residential Group (ARG), and STG Design to make that vision a reality.

Situated near the new Apple Campus and adjacent to the Lakeline …

Jackson-Shaw Announces Development of Chisholm 20 Business Park on Interstate 20 in Benbrook

BENBROOK, TX — Jackson-Shaw, a national real estate development company headquartered in North Texas, announces the development of Chisholm 20, a Class A, four-building, 917,374-square-foot business park in Benbrook, Texas. Jackson-Shaw broke ground with anticipated delivery in the third quarter of 2023. Chisholm 20 is located at the northeast …

Electrical Design Solutions at North Texas Wastewater Treatment Plant Win ACEC Award

DALLAS, TX — Mbroh Engineering, Inc. (Mbroh) has been honored with the Gold Engineering Excellence Award (Energy Category) from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) - Texas Chapter and has received a National Recognition Award from ACEC National. The winning project included complex electrical improvements at Wilson Creek’s Regional …

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VanTrust Launches Phase II of its El Paso Logistics Park, Adding Nearly Half a Million Square Feet of Industrial Space

EL PASO, TX — In response to the rapidly increasing demand for industrial space in El Paso, VanTrust Real Estate, LLC (VanTrust), a full-service commercial real estate development company, has broken ground on Phase II of its 59-acre speculative logistics park. This final phase will add two additional buildings totaling …

Recently Completed Proto Park Announces Significant Distribution and Flagship Showrooms Under Construction

FORT WORTH, TX — M2G Ventures, a North Texas-based real estate investment and development company, announces two tenants under construction, Dynasty Spirits and Taxila Stone totaling 136,020 square feet, at M2G’s urban industrial redevelopment, PROTO Park. PROTO Park has attracted light industrial and logistics users, bringing the project to …

City, County, and Port Support Galveston Bay Park Study

HOUSTON, TX — Houston, Harris County, Port Houston, and a local entrepreneur have chipped in for an engineering study of Galveston Bay Park, a chain of man-made islands that Rice University experts have proposed building as both a hurricane barrier and a 10,000-acre public park.

Rice’s Severe Storm Prediction, Education, …

McCarthy Completes Barbours Cut Terminal Container Yard 3N

HOUSTON, TX — McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. has completed construction on the Barbours Cut Terminal Container Yard 3N for the Port Houston Authority (PHA). The project is part of a modernization program to increase cargo handling efficiency. The Barbours Cut Terminal Container Yard 3N adds approximately 10 acres of new …

Fluor Selected for Interstate 35 Capital Express South Project in Austin, Texas

IRVING, TX — Fluor Corporation announces that it was awarded a construction contract for the Interstate 35 (I-35) Capital Express South project in Austin, Texas, by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). Fluor will book the nearly $548-million contract value in the second quarter of 2022.

“This new award is …

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Texas Transportation Commissioners Approve New Projects for Lufkin District

LUFKIN, TX — The Texas Transportation Commission approved more than $931 million in new construction projects statewide, with more than $100 million approved for the Lufkin District.

Angelina County was approved for a $63.1-million construction project that will upgrade US 59 in Redland. The main lanes of US 59 will …

Stream Realty Partners Breaks Ground on 3.4-Million-Square-Foot Industrial Development in Mesquite's Trinity Pointe

MESQUITE, TX — Stream Realty Partners has officially broken ground on a 3.4-million-square-foot, multi-building development in one of the nation’s most robust industrial submarkets.

20 East at 12955 FM 2932 in Mesquite is expected to deliver in two phases. The first phase will include 1.8 million square feet across three …

Adolfson & Peterson Construction Breaks Ground on New Pre-K Academy at Midland College

MIDLAND, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP) recently broke ground on an expansion of the Midland College (MC) campus, which will enlarge its existing Pre-K Academy. This 60,000-square-foot, two-story structure will house its growing education program including a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood-3rd grade teacher preparation.

The new expansion …

Texas Instruments Breaks Ground on New 300-mm Semiconductor Wafer Fabrication Plants in Sherman, Texas

SHERMAN, TX — Texas Instruments (TI) recently broke ground on its new 300-mm semiconductor wafer fabrication plants (fabs) in Sherman, Texas. In a groundbreaking ceremony attended by elected officials and community leaders, TI Chairman, President and CEO Rich Templeton celebrated the start of construction on the largest private-sector economic investment …

Two Projects in Texas Win Regional America’s Transportation Awards

Two Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) projects won regional awards in the 2022 America’s Transportation Awards competition, sponsored by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), AAA, and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The competition recognizes state DOTs for making a difference in their community, with each …

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Land Bridge Over Traffic Tunnels and 50 Acres of Restored Prairie Reunite Two Halves of Houston’s Memorial Park

For over 50 years, the 1,500 acres of Houston’s Memorial Park were separated into two halves by high-speed traffic on Memorial Drive. By the end of 2022, a new land bridge will reunify the park for people and animals, with four tunnels conveying traffic under 35-foot-tall hills.

To the north …

McCarthy Tops Out Texas Children’s Hospital in Austin

AUSTIN, TX — McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. recently celebrated the topping out of construction of the Texas Children’s Hospital for children and women in North Austin. The 52-bed, 365,000-square-foot hospital will bring top pediatric and women’s care to families in Austin and Central Texas, as part of Texas Children’s expansion …

TxDOT Breaks Ground on First Loop 360 Project to Remove Traffic Signals from the Mainlanes

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation was joined by federal, state, and local officials to break ground on the Loop 360 at Westlake Drive/Cedar Street project.

"This is the first project in the Loop 360 Program to move into construction," said TxDOT Austin District Engineer Tucker Ferguson. …

I-35 Capital Express South Project is Approved for Construction

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Transportation Commission approves a $547.6-million contract to build the I-35 Capital Express South project. The project will add two high-occupancy-vehicle lanes in each direction along I-35 from SH 71/Ben White Boulevard to SH 45 Southeast. In addition to the new capacity, the project will also …

TxDOT Commissioners Approve New Construction Projects

AUSTIN, TX — Transportation Commissioners recently met in Austin and approved more than $1.1 billion in new construction projects statewide, with more than $179.1 million approved for the nine-county Lufkin District.

Polk County was approved for $172.8 million, earmarked for the construction of the Corrigan Relief Route. James Construction Group …

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Azle ISD Breaks Ground on First New Campus in 23 Years

AZLE, TX — VLK Architects recently joined Azle ISD to celebrate breaking ground on the district’s new elementary school campus, currently referred to as Elementary #6. The new facility, for grades kindergarten through 4th, is being constructed as part of the bond passed in May 2021.

“We’re excited just to …

Brownwood District Celebrates Completion of Ranger Hill Reconstruction

BROWNWOOD, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) Brownwood District recently hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony, to celebrate the completion of the largest project in the district’s history.

The event was held at mile marker 361, at the southwest corner of I-20 and SH 16. Speakers included Eastland …

Omni Logistics Unveils 100 Percent Renewable Energy-Powered Corporate Headquarters in Dallas, Texas

DALLAS, TX — Omni Logistics, a technology-driven provider of global multimodal logistics solutions and specialized services, announces the opening of its new corporate headquarters in Dallas, Texas.

The 52,000-square-foot headquarters is completely wind-powered and strategically positioned near key transportation gateways including Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, Dallas Love Field, …

University of Texas at Dallas Unveils Mbroh Engineering Terrace on Campus

DALLAS, TX — The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) recently held a formal unveiling of the Mbroh Engineering Terrace. Located at the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science, the ribbon cutting event was the culmination of financial support and partnership since 2020, when Mbroh Engineering established the …

Stantec to Develop Citywide Comprehensive Plan for Farmers Branch, Texas

FARMERS BRANCH, TX — The City of Farmers Branch, Texas has selected global design firm Stantec to develop a comprehensive plan for the redevelopment and revitalization of the city. The plan will support the city’s efforts to advance its environmental, economic, and social progress. This will include emphasizing the reuse …

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City of Fort Worth Partnering on Four Regional Transportation Projects

FORT WORTH, TX — The City Council approved a resolution in support of four regional transit projects and committing funds to the projects. The city is partnering with the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG), Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), and Trinity Metro to advance the four regionally significant …

Texas A&M Regents Approve Buildings at Proposed Research Campus

FORT WORTH, TX — The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents gave initial approval to $1.5 billion in future projects, including the first two buildings for an urban research campus in downtown Fort Worth.

The regents approved a new five-year capital plan, including $85 million for a Law and …

TxDOT Gives Update on I-820 East Loop

FORT WORTH, TX — Work continues on the I-820 East Loop project in east Fort Worth, with a major milestone recently being recorded.

Crews completed a traffic switch for the I-820 southbound mainlanes between Trinity Boulevard and Randol Mill Road. Traffic now travels on new pavement and bridges crossing the …

Grand Parkway Infrastructure, TxDOT Mark Opening of New Segments of SH99 Grand Parkway

HOUSTON, TX — Grand Parkway Infrastructure (GPI) and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) have marked the substantial completion and opening of three new segments of State Highway 99 Grand Parkway in northeast Houston.

Segments H, I-1, and I-2 represent 53 miles of the 184-mile Grand Parkway highway project and …

Houston-Based Hobas Pipe USA, Inc. Announces $60M Capital Investment Program

HOUSTON, TX — Hobas Pipe USA, Inc. (Hobas), a North American manufacturer of corrosion-resistant fiberglass pipe products for water and wastewater related infrastructure, announces a $60-million, five-year capital investment program that will support the continued expansion of their Houston-based manufacturing facility.

"This investment marks our continued commitment to the infrastructure …

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Jackson-Shaw Announces the Development of Northeast Crossing Urban Industrial Park in Houston's Northeast Submarket

HOUSTON, TX — Jackson-Shaw, a national real estate development company headquartered in North Texas, announces the development of the Northeast Crossing urban industrial park in Houston’s northeast submarket. It is located on the northeast corner of Wallisville Road and Shadrack Street near the Wallisville Road intersection with U.S. Route …

Jackson-Shaw Announces the Development of Post Oak Logistics Urban Industrial Park in Houston's Southwest Submarket

HOUSTON, TX — Jackson-Shaw, a national real estate development company headquartered in North Texas, announces the development of the Post Oak Logistics Park urban industrial park in Houston’s southwest submarket. Post Oak Logistics Park is located near the south side of U.S. Highway 90 Alternate, just west of the …

Webber Awarded $127M Project in Collin County, Texas

HOUSTON, TX — The North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) awards Webber the $127-million contract for widening the Dallas North Tollway (DNT) from the Sam Rayburn Tollway (SRT) to U.S. 380.

The project extends for approximately nine miles and will include the widening of the existing tollway from three lanes to …

VLK Architects and PBTISD Break Ground on a New 2nd Through 5th Grade Campus

PECOS, TX — VLK Architects recently joined Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD to break ground on the construction of a new elementary campus. This is the second elementary school VLK designed for the district as a part of the May 2021 bond.

“VLK feels very fortunate for the partnership that we have established …

Rosewood Property Company Kicks Off Construction on New Multifamily Community in Plano

PLANO, TX — Rosewood Property Company starts construction on a new multifamily development at the Heritage Creekside mixed-use development with MetLife Investment Management (MIM) as a partner. The new development in Plano, Texas, is slated for completion in 2024.

The modern community will consist of 326 apartment homes on four …

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Rhode Partners Tops Out Floodgate on San Antonio’s Historic River Walk

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Designed by award-winning Austin-based firm Rhode Partners, Floodgate recently celebrated its topping out. Located on San Antonio’s historic River Walk, the 100,000-square-foot mixed-use project is anticipated to open spring 2023.

Floodgate is a modern 17-story building with significant ground floor restaurant space fronting the River …

Sundt Completes Tech Port Center + Arena

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Sundt Construction has completed the Tech Port Center + Arena in San Antonio. The facility is in the middle of the 1,900-acre campus, which already houses more than 80 employers and 14,000 employees.

“I am so proud of our team and everyone who worked on this …

Pacific Mobile Structures Breaks Ground on 11th Physical Branch Location in San Marcos, Texas

SAN MARCOS, TX — Pacific Mobile Structures has been fully operational and serving the state of Texas since December of 2021. The family-owned company specializing in leasing and selling mobile office space and building modular structures recently broke ground on their 14-acre physical location in San Marcos, Texas.

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NTMWD Receives EPA Acceptance of the Bois d’Arc Lake Watershed Protection Plan

WYLIE, TX — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently accepted the North Texas Municipal Water District's (NTMWD) Bois d’Arc Lake Watershed Protection Plan (WPP) as meeting the agency’s guidelines for watershed-based plans. The Bois d’Arc Lake WPP outlines a strategy to implement management measures that will help improve and …

I-35 Expansion Project Underway in Cooke County

Interstate 35 is one of the nation's most important highways, running north-south from Canada to Mexico. In Texas, the highway crosses the heart of the state, covering nearly 600 miles from the Red River at the Oklahoma border to the Rio Grande at the Mexican border. As essentially the hub …

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National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation Breaks Ground on Future Home in Arlington

ARLINGTON, TX — The National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation (NMOHMF) recently broke ground on its future home in Arlington, an occasion that corresponded with this year’s National Medal of Honor Day. The museum will recognize the 3,511 service members who have received the Medal of Honor.

The groundbreaking was …

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TxDOT Awards I-10/US 69 Interchange Projects to Williams Brothers Construction

BEAUMONT, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) awarded a $307-million contract to Williams Brothers Construction Co., Inc. to reconstruct the I-10/US 69 (Cardinal Drive) interchange and widen I-10 from Walden Road to the Hollywood overpass.

TxDOT's Beaumont District will be reconstructing and expanding I-10 and US 69 where …

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Velocis Acquires 8.45 Acres for $35M Medical Office Project in Willow Park

FORT WORTH, TX — Velocis, a private equity real estate investment management firm, acquires almost 8.5 acres off I-20 in Fort Worth adjacent to the Texas Health Hospital in Willow Park, to build two speculative medical offices buildings (MOBs) totaling 100,000 square feet.

“This project will deliver Class A …

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Burns & McDonnell Completes Construction of 65-MWdc Solar Project for Vistra

LIVE OAK COUNTY, TX — Burns & McDonnell recently completed construction of a 65-MWdc/50-MWac solar project at Vistra’s Brightside Solar Facility in Live Oak County, Texas. The project peaked with over 250 craft construction professionals on-site and was completed with zero safety recordables or lost time incidents.

The site utilizes …

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Plano Mall Transformation Begins Construction to See New Life as Mixed-Use Destination

PLANO, TX — The creation of the Gateway to Plano and the continuation of the City of Plano's Envision Oak Point plan is spearheaded as Triten Real Estate Partners officially break ground and start the transformation of the dated Market Square Mall into Assembly Park, located in East Plano.

Triten, …

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Rogers-O'Brien Construction Breaks Ground on 32-Story Skyscraper in Downtown San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Rogers-O'Brien Construction (RO) has begun construction on 300 Main, a 32-story apartment tower in the downtown tech district of San Antonio. Once completed, the approximately 696,000 square foot building will contain ground-floor retail, a six-level parking garage, and 354 multi-family residential units. 300 Main will be …

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Stantec to Design Five Temple College Projects from 2021 Bond Program

TEMPLE, TX — Temple College has selected global design firm Stantec to provide architecture and engineering (A/E) services for five campus projects. Funded by the college’s 2021 Bond Program, the projects include the design of the school’s new main building, Campus Services Center, Visual Arts Center, and the Health Sciences …

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Ongoing Traffic Control Upgrades Maintain Safety in San Antonio’s Loop 1604 North Expansion Project

Over the next few decades, San Antonio’s population is expected to grow by 2 million residents.

That poses problems for Loop 1604 – the outer highway encircling San Antonio – since the Texas A&M Transportation Institute already identified the northern portion as one of the most-congested corridors in the state. …

PLW Waterworks Awarded $279M in Texas Projects

HOUSTON, TX — PLW Waterworks, a division of Webber, announces that it has been awarded three waterworks contracts in Texas. The combined value of contracts is $279 million.

The city of Georgetown has selected PLW Waterworks to construct a new 44 MGD Water Treatment Plant to provide drinking …

Fluor Selected for Facilities Repair and Renewal Contract by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

IRVING, TX — Fluor Corporation announces that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Engineering and Support Center selected the company for a position on the Facility Repair & Renewal Multiple Award Task Order (MATOC) VI contract. The indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract has a combined value not to exceed $450 million during …

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Rosendin Selected to Build Meta’s Temple Data Center in Texas

PFLUGERVILLE, TX — Electrical contracting company Rosendin has been selected to build Meta Platform’s new Temple Data Center in Texas. The employee-owned company will work with general contractor JE Dunn to build the $800-million data center building and site infrastructure in an industrial park located 50 miles north of the …

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The HUB Breaks Ground on Family-Friendly Entertainment Venue at The Farm in Allen

ALLEN, TX — The HUB, a Texas-based developer of entertainment districts, recently broke ground on its new venue at The Farm in Allen, a 135-acre mixed-use destination developed by JaRyCo. The open-air entertainment venue is The HUB’s first Texas location.

The HUB at The Farm, known for its …

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Austin's 2020 Mobility Bond Work Begins with First Construction Contract

AUSTIN, TX — Austin City Council authorizes the first construction contract to deliver projects funded by the 2020 Mobility Bond. This marks the beginning of the six-year implementation timeline set for the bond as committed in the Contract with the Voters.

"We heard in 2016, 2018, and 2020 that delivering …

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Tarleton Breaks Ground on IPE Building in Fort Worth

FT. WORTH, TX — Tarleton State University broke ground on a second building on its 80-acre campus in southwest Fort Worth along Chisholm Trail Parkway. At more than 100,000 square feet of classroom and specialized lab space, the $66-million Interprofessional Education Building will address the region’s two most pressing needs …

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Midway Unveils Plans for CITYCENTRE Seven with Addition of New Boutique Hotel, Class A Office Space, Retail and Restaurants

HOUSTON, TX — Houston-based Midway, a real estate investment and development firm, announces that demolition has commenced to make way for CITYCENTRE Seven, its latest significant development at CITYCENTRE, a mixed-use destination for Class A office space, shopping, dining, and entertainment in Houston. This development is designed to add …

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Stream Realty Partners to Develop, Lease New 300,000-Square-Foot Warehouse Set to Break Ground in Rockwall

ROCKWALL, TX — More than 300,000 square feet of warehouse space is on the horizon in Northeast Dallas as Stream Realty Partners breaks ground on another industrial development.

The national real estate services, development, and investment company will develop and lease 1515 Corporate Crossing in Rockwall, Texas, for growing client …

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Aggregate Technologies Inc. Solves Concrete Problems with Hydrodemolition on Grand Parkway Project

Construction projects certainly have their challenges and work on the Grand Parkway has proved no different. This 184-mile corridor, that will reach across seven counties and provide a third highway loop around the Houston metropolitan area has been decades in the making.

The mega-loop will meet the needs of a …

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183A Toll Road Extension in Williamson County Safeguards the Community and the Environment

For the 6.6-mile, northward extension of the 183A Toll Road in Williamson County, Texas, the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority in Austin, Texas, planned for material delays, labor shortages, protection of the South Fork San Gabriel River – and dinosaur tracks.

About a quarter mile upstream from where the project …

TxDOT to Widen Highways in Travis, Hays, and Bastrop Counties

AUSTIN, TX — Safety and mobility improvements are coming to several area highways under contracts recently approved by the Texas Transportation Commission.

SH 71 is being widened between the Pedernales River and the Burnet/Blanco County line. Hunter Industries will install a center-turn lane and shoulders on the 3.4-mile stretch. …

Work on Phase 1 of Trinity Boulevard Construction Begins

FT. WORTH, TX — The City of Fort Worth announces that construction on Trinity Boulevard Phase 1 is has begun. Work will begin near I-820 and move east toward Salado Trail.

The project includes reconstructing the roadway as a four-lane divided concrete arterial. There will be a landscaped median, 10-foot-wide …

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Fluor Joint Venture Receives Final Notice-to-Proceed on Interstate 35E Phase 2 Project in Dallas

IRVING, TX — Fluor Corporation announces that Lone Star Constructors, its joint venture with Austin Bridge & Road, has been granted final notice-to-proceed by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) that releases the full contract value and positions the venture for construction to begin on Phase 2 in …

Halff Awarded Joint Venture Contract with FEMA

RICHARDSON, TX — Halff Associates, Inc. (Halff), a member of the AECOM-led Compass Production and Technical Services Joint Venture (Compass PTS JV), has been awarded a contract to provide production and technical architecture and engineering services for the Risk Mapping, Assessment, and Planning (Risk MAP) Program by the U.S. …

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Hines Breaks Ground on T3 Eastside, First of Several Projects Coming to Austin Market

AUSTIN, TX — Hines, an international real estate firm, announces the start of construction on T3 Eastside, a heavy timber office and boutique residential building with 15 loft-style units in an Austin eastside neighborhood. This construction milestone marks the first of many for Hines in Austin as the firm …

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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Opens South Port Connector Road

BROWNSVILLE, TX — The Port of Brownsville recently held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Rio Grande Valley’s latest commerce route, the 1.9 mile-long South Port Connector Road. The road project is a collaborative effort between the Brownsville Navigation District (BND), Cameron County, the Cameron County Regional Mobility Authority (CCRMA), …

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TDIndustries Contributes to Dallas Skyline with Design-Build Project Celebrating Engineers Week

DALLAS, TX — As The Link at Uptown luxury office tower in Dallas draws in tenants to its location, TDIndustries celebrates the completion of the mechanical construction phase of the design-build project.

Design-build refers to the project delivery method that provides both design and construction services as one unified flow …

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VanTrust Completes Phase I of El Paso Logistics Park, Resulting in Nearly 200,000 Square Feet of Executed Leases

El PASO, TX — VanTrust Real Estate, LLC (VanTrust), a full-service commercial real estate development company, recently completed Phase I of its 59-acre speculative logistics park in East El Paso, Texas. Phase I of the El Paso Logistics Park consists of four buildings, totaling 514,135 square feet, located between Mercantile …

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Brasfield & Gorrie Celebrates Topping Out of Omni PGA Frisco Resort

FRISCO, TX — The Omni PGA Frisco Resort recently celebrated its topping out with an official ceremony that marked a major milestone for the country’s largest resort currently in development. Slated to open spring 2023, the resort will have 510 luxury guest rooms and Texas ranch homes, a mix of …

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Jackson-Shaw Closes on 224 Acres for Crosspoint Business District, a New Employment Hub in Georgetown

GEORGETOWN, TX — Jackson-Shaw, a national real estate development company headquartered in North Texas, has closed on 224 acres in Georgetown for the development of the CrossPoint. This business district is located on the west side of Interstate 35 (north of the intersection with State Highway 195 and south …

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High Street Residential Tops Out 43-Story Residential Tower in Downtown Houston

HOUSTON, TX — High Street Residential, the residential subsidiary of Trammell Crow Company, announces the topping out of Parkside Residences at Discovery Green, formerly known as Block 98. The 43-story residential tower will deliver 309 luxury apartment homes in downtown Houston adjacent to Discovery Green, a 12-acre urban …

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Exploration Green Project Wins Award from Association of Water Board Directors

HOUSTON, TX — The Association of Water Board Directors (AWBD) presents the Clear Lake City Water Authority (CLCWA) with the 2021 Project Award for its Exploration Green Project. The award was announced at the AWBD Midwinter conference. CLCWA hired planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. …

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TxDOT Cuts the Ribbon on Two Mobility35 Projects in Williamson County

JARRELL, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) was joined by U.S. Rep. John Carter, Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell, and Commissioner Valerie Covey for a joint ribbon cutting ceremony for the I-35 at Ronald Reagan Boulevard and I-35 from Corn Hill to FM 972 projects.

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Jackson-Shaw Announces Development of a Build-To-Suit Industrial Project in Mesquite for Vehicle Accessories, Inc.

MESQUITE, TX — Jackson-Shaw, a national real estate development company headquartered in North Texas, announces the development of a build-to-suit industrial project for Vehicle Accessories, Inc. (VAI) in Mesquite’s new Alcott Station Industrial Business District. The project is one 310,900-square-foot building on the southeast side of East Scyene Road …

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VLK Architects and PBTISD Break Ground on Eagle Stadium at Rotary Field

PECOS, TX — VLK Architects joins Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD (PBTISD) to celebrate the official groundbreaking for the construction of Eagle Stadium at Rotary Field. Student athletes, athletics coaches, campus administrators, and the PBTISD Board of Trustees were all in attendance to commemorate this project for the district and the community. The …

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Construction Begins on I-35 at US 79 (Southbound) Project

ROUND ROCK, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) was recently joined by officials from Williamson County, the City of Round Rock, and the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization to break ground on the I-35 at US 79 (southbound) project.

“If you’ve driven on this section of I-35, you …

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TxDOT Breaks Ground on FM 110 North Project that will Complete East-Side Loop in San Marcos

SAN MARCOS, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) was joined by Hays County Commissioner Debbie Ingalsbe, San Marcos Mayor Jane Hughson, and CAMPO Executive Director Ashby Johnson to break ground on the FM 110 North project.

“Today, we celebrate a project that will transform transportation in Hays County,” …

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Pulse Flow Reverse Osmosis Offers Higher Water Recovery and Lower Brine Reject

As droughts and growing population affect water security around the globe, desalination becomes an increasingly important option. In communities searching for sustainable, long-term solutions, new technology can increase the efficiency of water treatment efforts.

Initially developed in the late 1950s, reverse osmosis (RO) desalination evolved into the leading desalination process. …

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Irving Interchange Project’s Fast-Paced Construction on Four Major Roadways, with 32 New Structures, Requires Vast Array of Crews and Equipment

To complete the $301 million Irving Interchange project in the City of Irving, Texas, near Dallas, general contractor Webber, LLC, of Irving utilizes many crews, cranes, and drill rigs throughout the 9.6-mile corridor.

“It’s a resource-driven job,” said Brenan Honey, P.E., Director of Construction for the Texas Department …

SNC-Lavalin to Provide Flood Modeling and Mapping Services for Texas' First State Flood Plan

AUSTIN, TX — SNC-Lavalin Group Inc., a fully integrated professional services and project management company with offices around the world, has been awarded a not-to-exceed $10-million, three-year contract to help the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) develop and update flood risk maps to support the implementation of the first …

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Cadence McShane Construction Breaks Ground on Goodwin Apartments in East Austin

AUSTIN, TX — Cadence McShane Construction Company celebrated the groundbreaking of Goodwin Apartments. The firm has been selected by repeat client, Sabot Development, as the general contractor for this mixed-use development. Team members from Cadence McShane and Sabot Development gathered together to celebrate this exciting project that is …

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Inspire Development Breaks Ground on Pearson Ranch

AUSTIN, TX — Inspire Development has broken ground on Pearson Ranch, a $2-billion mixed-use development across 156 acres in the northwest portion of Austin.

Pearson Ranch will take shape on multiple parcels on the northeast corner of the State Highway 45 and West Parmer Lane intersection. The business park will …

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Lincoln Ventures Announces New Mixed-Use Development in Austin

AUSTIN, TX — Lincoln Ventures, an Austin-based multifamily and student housing developer, announces that it has closed on a development site located at 2700 E. 5th Street in Austin. The multifamily development will rise to six stories and will include 625 residential rental units, along with two levels of …

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MYCON General Contractors, Inc. Completes Construction of New Coordination Complex Center for Brazos Transit District

COLLEGE STATION, TX — Dallas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) completed construction on The Marvin Tate Coordination Complex Center, Brazos Transit District’s (BTD) new corporate headquarters located in Bryan, Texas. After writing six different grants and four years of planning, the 11,518-square-foot Coordination Complex Center is a 100 percent Americans …

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Vari and Adolfson & Peterson Construction Top Out Varispace Coppell

COPPELL, TX — Vari, a Texas-based workspace innovation company, and Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national construction management firm and general contractor, topped out VariSpace Coppell, officially marking the construction midpoint. VariSpace Coppell is expected to open in summer 2022.

Jason McCann, Vari Co-Founder and CEO, and Bob Lemke …

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Wood Partners Breaks Ground on New Apartment Community, Alta at The Farm

DALLAS, TX — National multifamily real estate development company Wood Partners announces the groundbreaking of its newest luxury residential community — Alta at The Farm — located in the Dallas area. With construction on the new apartment community currently underway, Alta at The Farm is scheduled to open in early …

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Army Corps Announces Funding for Panther Island Project

FT. WORTH, TX — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers recently released a work plan that includes $403 million for the Trinity River Vision/Central City flood control project in Fort Worth. The funding will allow the Corps to complete final design of all project components and construct a bypass channel. …

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Hillwood, TuSimple to Prepare Facilities for Autonomous Trucking

FT. WORTH, TX — TuSimple, a global autonomous driving technology company, and Hillwood announce a collaboration to integrate TuSimple’s infrastructure specifications into current and future industrial and commercial properties.

With the expansion of the TuSimple Autonomous Freight Network, Hillwood is preparing to meet the demand for autonomous trucks by getting …

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Skanska Breaks Ground on Civic Park at Hemisfair in San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO, TX — In a ceremony with more than 200 residents in attendance, community leaders broke ground on San Antonio’s central park, Civic Park at Hemisfair, marking the beginning of an 18-month construction project to bring its world-class vision to life.

“When the community came together in 2012 to …

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Formal Inclusion of 36A Amendments to RTP Set Mid-2022

SUGAR LAND, TX — Craig Raborn, Director of Transportation for the Houston Galveston Area Council of Government, recently told the audience at a Highway 36A Coalition breakfast that the two segments of a proposed 36A will be formally added to the HGAC Regional Transportation Plan by mid-year 2022. …

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Two Structures and Multiple Drawing Sets Require Innovative Construction Methods for Northeast Texas Cancer and Research Institute

At the $45 million Northeast Texas Cancer and Research Institute in Tyler, Texas, three linear accelerators will provide external beam radiation treatments for patients. Before that happens, general contractor McCarthy Building Companies, Inc., needed to construct three high-density concrete vaults to keep the radiation contained. That included performing two …

Texas Transportation Commission Approves Retaining Capacity on SL 368 to Address Congestion, Plan for Future Growth

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Transportation Commission (Commission) approved maintaining state jurisdiction and ownership of a portion of State Loop 368 (Broadway) in San Antonio, keeping the roadway a six-lane section for vehicles as it was originally built with a finding that the roadway is necessary for the operation of …

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$10M Construction Contract for City Streets Approved by Corpus Christi City Council

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — The City Council awarded a $10-million construction contract to Haas Anderson Construction, Ltd. of Corpus Christi for the FY 2022 Street Preventative Maintenance Program.

The approved contract will provide city-wide road maintenance on 19 streets located across all five council districts. The scope of work will …

NAS JRB Fort Worth to Receive $3.1M for Infrastructure Project

FT. WORTH, TX — The City of Fort Worth, along with six other Texas cities, were awarded grant money from the state of Texas as part of Gov. Greg Abbott’s Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant program.

The state awarded $1.9 million to Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort …

NAPA Announces 2021 Larry H. Lemon Award Winners

GREENBELT, MD — The National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) announces the winners of its 2021 Larry H. Lemon Quality in Construction Award for excellence in construction of an asphalt pavement utilizing less than 50,000 tons of asphalt. The winning companies received their awards during NAPA’s 2022 Annual Meeting in Scottsdale, …

Stantec to Conduct Study to Create Vision for Houston’s Old Spanish Trail/Palm Center Neighborhood

HOUSTON, TX — The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) has selected global design firm Stantec to conduct a Livable Centers Study for Houston’s Old Spanish Trail (OST)/Palm Center neighborhood. The firm will evaluate the area and identify opportunities to promote transit-oriented development, improve connectivity and mobility, preserve historic resources, and stimulate …

Titan Development to Break Ground on Facility for Ovivo in Hutto, Texas

HUTTO, TX — Titan Development (Titan) and the Hutto Economic Development Corporation (EDC) celebrated the groundbreaking of a facility for Ovivo Inc., the latest high-tech manufacturer to join Titan's Innovation Business Park.

Ovivo, a global water and wastewater treatment company, will build and operate a 110,000-square-foot manufacturing plant as part …

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390-Acre Mixed-Use Development Approved for Anna, Texas

ANNA, TX — Anna City Council approved a development agreement with Bloomfield Homes for Crystal Park, a 390-acre mixed-use development west of U.S. Highway 75 and south of Farm-to-Market 455. The agreement includes a pre-annexation agreement and development standards consistent with the Anna 2050 Comprehensive Plan.

“It is always a …

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Adolfson & Peterson, America Development & Investments Break Ground on Reunion Rehabilitation Hospital in Arlington

ARLINGTON, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national construction management firm and general contractor, and Reunion Rehabilitation Hospitals, a system of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, announce the groundbreaking of a new location in Arlington with support from America Development & Investments LLC (ADI), a Dallas-based health care real estate …

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Construction Begins on FM 3238 (Hamilton Pool Road) in Bee Cave

AUSTIN, TX — Much anticipated improvements are coming to a road in western Travis County, following a groundbreaking on the FM 3238 (Hamilton Pool Road) widening project in Bee Cave.

“The region’s population is continuing to grow rapidly creating mobility challenges for area residents,” said Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) …

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American Constructors Completes 1111 West 6th Street Redevelopment

AUSTIN, TX — American Constructors, a general contractor and construction management firm, announces the completion of 1111 West Sixth, a mixed-use office and retail space for Schlosser Development Corporation (SDC), located in downtown Austin.

The redevelopment of the former Austin Independent School District headquarters was completed after a strategic …

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Innovative Transportation Study Honored by Texas APA

AUSTIN, TX — The APA-Texas Chapter has chosen the Bergstrom Spur Corridor Study as a recipient of the 2021 Transportation Planning Achievement Award - Silver. Freese and Nichols works on pedestrian and bike infrastructure all over the state. The company is currently designing or implementing 7 percent of all Transportation …

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Worley Transitions to the Construction Phase on the Expansion of ExxonMobil’s Petrochemical Project in Baytown, Texas

BAYTOWN, TX — The Baytown chemical expansion project will include a linear alpha olefins (LAO) unit and a solution polymer unit (SPU). The LAO unit will have an estimated production capacity of around 350,000 tons a year. The SPU will produce around 400,000 metric tons of polymers each year, including …

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Dallas County and Ryan Companies Officially Open $33M Oak Cliff Government Center

DALLAS, TX — Dallas County Commissioner Dr. Elba Garcia recently hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new Dallas County Oak Cliff Government Center. The $33-million, two-story, 43,000-square-foot facility will house the Dallas County Justice of the Peace, Truancy, Constable, and Tax departments. An adjacent three-story parking …

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Hillwood Urban and DART Partner to Bring Victory Station Plaza

DALLAS, TX — Hillwood Urban and Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) have partnered to build Victory Station Plaza, bringing a one-acre public green space to the heart of Victory Park, adjacent to the DART Victory Station with direct connectivity to DART's transit system. The large, landscaped plaza is located across …

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Lovett Industrial Announces New Projects in the Greater Dallas-Fort Worth Area Totaling 2.7 Million Square Feet

DALLAS, TX — Lovett Industrial, the Houston-based real estate investment firm, announces three new projects in the greater Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area, consisting of four warehouses totaling approximately 2.7 million square feet, which are 25 percent pre-leased.

Construction is currently underway at Texport Logistics in Wilmer, Texas, Lovett 35 …

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Adolfson & Peterson, Acadia Healthcare Break Ground on Rio Vista Behavioral Health Expansion Project in El Paso, Texas

EL PASO, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national construction management firm and general contractor, and Acadia Healthcare Company Inc., a provider of behavioral health care services across the U.S., have broken ground on a new addition to Rio Vista Behavioral Health Hospital in El Paso, Texas.

The …

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Hughes House Mixed-Use Development Designs Finalized

FT. WORTH, TX — Fort Worth Housing Solutions (FWHS) and the City of Fort Worth have approved final designs for Phase I of Hughes House, the mixed-use development that will bring 210 apartments and townhomes with a variety of floor plans to the Stop Six Choice Neighborhood by 2023.

The …

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Garland Breaks Ground on Downtown Redevelopment Project

GARLAND, TX — Downtown Garland welcomes the next wave of revitalization with a project from the 2019 bond program starting construction: the redevelopment of the Downtown Square.

Upon completion, the Downtown Square will be the destination for the community’s interests and needs, along with larger festivals, live music, and other …

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VLK Architects Celebrates Ribbon Cutting of New Hutto Memorial Stadium

HUTTO, TX — VLK Architects recently joined the Hutto Independent School District and Joeris General Contractors to honor the official unveiling of the new Hutto Memorial Stadium. The Hutto Memorial Stadium facility upgrades will meet the needs of the community’s growing population for many years to come.

The stadium additions …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction, Billingsley Company Break Ground on Office Building at International Business Park in Plano

PLANO, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national construction management firm, and Billingsley Company, a developer, have broken ground on an office building in an additional phase of Billingsley’s International Business Park.

The new five-story, 250,000-square-foot building will be located within the business park, northwest of President …

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$21.5M Downtown Houston Reconstruction Project Turns Two-Way Street into Pedestrian-Friendly Corridor

When Houston’s Downtown Redevelopment Authority (DRA) undertook reconstruction of 10 blocks of Bagby Street on the west edge of downtown, a traffic impact analysis led to devoting 60 percent of the right-of-way to pedestrian and landscape amenities.

During construction, however, General Contractor Main Lane Industries, Ltd., of Houston, Texas, …

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Texas Approves $41M for Water Infrastructure

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) recently approved financial assistance totaling $41,580,908 for water and stormwater infrastructure projects:

  • $34,530,000 to El Paso County for a flood mitigation project
  • $4,751,000 to the City of Corpus Christi (Nueces County) for stormwater system improvements
  • $2,299,908 to the City of Comanche …
City Council Awards Contract for $19.8M for Neighborhood Street Reconstructions

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — At a recent regularly scheduled business meeting, Corpus Christi City Council awarded construction contracts to Bay Ltd. and Grace Paving and Construction, Inc., both of Corpus Christi. The contracts are for the FY 2022 Residential Street Rebuilt Program (RSRP).

The RSRP is a citywide program …

Lowest Stemmons Clear Lanes Project Completed

DALLAS, TX — An $83-million improvement along the Interstate Highway 35E Lowest Stemmons corridor in Dallas was recently celebrated as the first project completed in the Dallas Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) District as part of the state’s congestion-fighting Texas Clear Lanes Program.

The project included construction of new collector-distributor …

Primoris Services Corporation Awards Contracts Valued Over $32M in Energy/Renewables Segment

DALLAS, TX — Primoris Services Corporation announces two heavy civil awards with a combined value of more than $32 million. The projects, secured by the company’s Energy/Renewables Segment, were awarded by the Texas Department of Transportation.

The first project involves construction of a section of highway SL 121 in …

Ferrovial Awarded Construction of Two Roads in Texas for $161.5M

HOUSTON, TX — Ferrovial, through its U.S. construction subsidiary Webber, has been selected by the Texas Department of Transportation to build two sections of road in Guadalupe and Hays counties, Texas, for $161.5 million.

The first of the projects involves expanding IH-10, an urban interstate freeway, by 4.85 …

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TC Energy Announces $0.8B WR Project

HOUSTON, TX — TC Energy Corporation (TC Energy) announces that it has approved its WR Project, a set of projects anticipated to constitute a total capital investment of approximately $0.8 billion. The project is designed to increase base system reliability and expand an existing portion of the ANR Pipeline Company …

AECOM to Provide Program Management Services for the City of Richardson in Texas

RICHARDSON, TX — AECOM, an infrastructure consulting firm, announces it has been selected to serve as General Engineering Consultant (GEC) by the City of Richardson, Texas, to augment city staff and provide program management services for the city’s Capital Improvement Program, including the recently approved 2021 Bond Program. This …

USDOT Announces Loan of Up to $250.29M to the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority for 183N Mobility Project

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Transportation announces that its Build America Bureau (the Bureau) has provided a $250.29-million 35-year, low-interest loan to the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) for the 183N Mobility Project in the Austin metropolitan area. The Bureau provides Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) …

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Loews Hotels & Co Breaks Ground on New $550M Loews Arlington Hotel and Convention Center

ARLINGTON, TX — Loews Hotels & Co, a wholly owned subsidiary of Loews Corporation, has officially broken ground on the new $550-million Loews Arlington Hotel and Convention Center. Executives from the company were joined by Arlington Mayor Jim Ross, former Mayor Jeff Williams, Chairman & Managing Partner of the Texas …

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Stantec Developing Floodplain Modeling and Mapping Efforts for the Texas Water Development Board

AUSTIN, TX — Global design firm Stantec is initiating a statewide floodplain modeling and mapping project with the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) as part of the TWDB’s effort to understand and evaluate regional flood risks to drive statewide efforts in the creation of effective flood mitigation strategies.

The increase …

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Sixth and Guadalupe, Soon to be Austin's Tallest Tower, Hits Significant Milestones

AUSTIN, TX — Lincoln Property Company and Karioi Residential, in partnership with DivcoWest, announce they have reached two major milestones at Sixth and Guadalupe in Downtown Austin — the topping out of the commercial portion of the building and commencement of residential construction.

Designed by Gensler and constructed …

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TxDOT to Construct I-37 Redbird to US 77/Nueces River Bridge

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is constructing improvements to Interstate 37 from Redbird Lane to U.S. Highway 77 Interchange in Nueces and San Patricio Counties.

Approximately 45,000 vehicles travel this section of the highway each day. The project area is part of a major northbound …

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Texas High-Speed Rail Investors Form Station Development Company

DALLAS, TX — Texas high-speed rail investors recently announced their intention to form an entity that will develop train stations in Dallas, Houston, and Grimes County near College Station, where the permitted high-speed rail line terminals will be located. The entity will be known as Texas High-Speed Rail Station Development …

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New Texas A&M System Center Eyed for Downtown Fort Worth

FT. WORTH, TX — Fort Worth government and business leaders and Texas A&M University System officials are working together on plans to build a new downtown research campus to spur innovation and business development.

The shared vision is to create a hub for collaboration between key Fort Worth industries and …

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Cadence McShane Completes Construction of Prototype Elementary School for Northwest ISD

FT. WORTH, TX — Cadence McShane announces the completion of Berkshire Elementary School for Northwest ISD. This ground-up two-story facility is the third school built with this prototype design, with several others to follow within the district.

The new 100,400-square-foot elementary school houses around 850 students from the surrounding neighborhoods. …

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Hines, Harrison Street, and 2ML Real Estate Break Ground on First Phase of 53-Acre Life Sciences District in Houston

HOUSTON, TX — Hines, the international real estate firm, and Harrison Street, an investment management firm, in partnership with 2ML Real Estate Interests, have broken ground on the first building at Levit Green, a new mixed-use life science district made up of more than 53 acres of real …

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Stantec Selected to Lead Development of Downtown Area Master Plan for the City of Pleasanton

PLEASANTON, TX — The City of Pleasanton, Texas has selected global design firm Stantec to lead the development of its new Downtown Area Master Plan. Pleasanton, a community of nearly 10,000 people, is located 30 miles south of San Antonio along U.S. Highway 281 in Atascosa County. The plan will …

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Spurs Sports & Entertainment Marks Official Groundbreaking of The Rock at La Cantera

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Spurs Sports & Entertainment (SS&E) unveiled the official name of its human performance campus during a groundbreaking ceremony to mark the start of construction. The Rock at La Cantera is a multi-phase $500-million legacy project that will extend across 45 acres and feature a human performance …

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TxDOT Celebrates I-35 Reconstruction Project in San Marcos

SAN MARCOS, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) was joined by officials from Hays County, the City of San Marcos, and the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization for a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the completion of the I-35 at Posey Road project.

“Today, we celebrate TxDOT’s continued …

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TexAmericas Center Completes Construction on 150,000-Square-Foot Spec Building

TEXARKANA, TX — TexAmericas Center (TAC) announces the completion of a new speculative (spec) building at its campus in Texarkana. The 150,000-square-foot building on 24 acres is the first new building in the industrial park in 15 years and is now ready for new tenants to occupy the space.

“This …

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Southwest Parkway Bridge Project Moves Forward with Drilling

WICHITA FALLS, TX — Drilling equipment recently started boring shafts for the new bridge columns over Holliday Creek near Taft. Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) crews also recently started pouring concrete for those shafts. Once all the shafts are drilled on the Northside, drilling will start on the Southside.

Meanwhile, …

G-CON Expanding with an Additional 144,000-Square-Foot Facility for POD Manufacturing

COLLEGE STATION, TX — G-CON, a manufacturer of prefabricated cleanroom solutions, announces another facility expansion, increasing its U.S. based cleanroom construction site from 252,900 square feet to 396,900 square feet. The new expansion will allow G-CON to achieve its U.S. demand forecast for 2025.

The building will be dedicated …

TxDOT to Begin Phase One of Maintenance Project on JFK Causeway Bridge

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is scheduled to start a $9-million maintenance project on the JFK Causeway Bridge. This project is designed to maximize the structure's life and reduce its overall life-cycle costs.

The project includes:

  • Repairs to the substructure, superstructure, and railing on the …

Texas Transportation Commission Conditionally Awards Southeast Connector in Fort Worth to South-Point Constructors

FT. WORTH, TX — Motorists are one step closer to seeing improvements in one of the state’s most congested regions following a decision by the Texas Transportation Commission to conditionally select South-Point Constructors (SPC), a joint venture of Kiewit Infrastructure South Co. and Austin Bridge & Road, L.P., as …

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American Constructors Wins Three 2021 Excellence in Construction Awards from Associated Builders and Contractors

AUSTIN, TX — American Constructors, a Cedar-Park based construction management and general contracting firm, was recently recognized by the Central Texas Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors with three 2021 Excellence in Construction awards. Representatives from American Constructors joined other winning companies at an awards banquet in Austin.

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Cadence McShane Completes Construction on Eastside Early College High School

AUSTIN, TX — Cadence McShane Construction Company announces the completion of Austin Independent School District’s (Austin ISD) Eastside Early College High School. Several historical re-creations of the original structure were incorporated in the new construction to pay tribute to a time of change and growth in the segregation era.

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Lincoln Ventures Announces Mixed-Use Development at 80 Rainey

AUSTIN, TX — Lincoln Ventures, an Austin-based student housing and multifamily developer, announces the company's new mixed-use property located at 80 Rainey Street in Austin. The multifamily development will rise to 49 stories in the heart of the Rainey Street District and will include 644 residential rental units, bars, …

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Rosendin Wins Texas General Contractors Award Two Years in A Row

AUSTIN, TX — Rosendin, an employee-owned electrical contracting firm with offices across Texas, was recently honored with an Outstanding Construction Award for its work on the University of Texas at Austin’s Welch Hall. Rosendin was selected as the winner of a 2020 Specialty Contractor Electrical Award by the Associated …

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Construction Begins on the Robert S. Light Boulevard Project

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) was joined by officials from the cities of Buda and Kyle, as well as Hays County to break ground on the RM 967/Robert S. Light Boulevard extension project.

“Hays County is one of the fastest growing counties in Texas, bringing more …

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TxDOT Celebrates Completion of First of Two Projects to Improve Mobility and Safety in the Four Points Area

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) was recently joined by state and local elected officials to cut the ribbon on the RM 2222 Widening project in northwest Austin.

“With the widening of RM 2222, we’re already seeing improvement in traffic flow,” Austin District Engineer Tucker Ferguson said. …

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MYCON General Contractors, Inc. Relocates Central Texas Office to Accommodate Firm Growth

COLLEGE STATION, TX — Dallas-based MYCON General Contractors, Inc. (MYCON) purchased and completed the interior renovation of a 6,500-square-foot office building in College Station, Texas. MYCON's Central Texas office has moved into the new building, doubling the available space to accommodate anticipated growth with ample office/workstations and a large conference/training …

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Trammell Crow Company Announces Third Phase of 35 Eagle Industrial Park

DALLAS, TX — Trammell Crow Company (TCC), a commercial real estate developer, announces the third phase of its 35 Eagle industrial park, located at Interstate 35 West and Eagle Parkway. Phase III will comprise five Class A speculative industrial buildings totaling more than 2.1 million square feet. Construction is scheduled …

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VLK's Gerald D. Young Ag. Sciences Center Project Awarded Five Stars of Distinction

FT. WORTH, TX — The Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) and Texas Association of School Boards announce that 46 projects will be included in the 2021-22 Exhibit of School Architecture. 18 architectural firms submitted projects from 33 school districts and three colleges. Eligible projects are newly constructed or renovated …

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Downtown Houston Transit Lanes Getting a Fresh New Look

HOUSTON, TX — A faster, more reliable commute is coming to downtown Houston. METRO's latest project, in partnership with the City of Houston, will bring a fresh new look to existing transit-only lanes in the city's central business district.

New markings, striping, and signage will update dedicated bus and …

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Clear Lake Completes Phase 3A of Exploration Green

HOUSTON, TX — Clear Lake City Water Authority (CLCWA) completed work on Phase 3A of Exploration Green, a 178-acre flood control project in southeast Houston. The water authority also selected SERCO Construction Group, Ltd. to construct Phase 3B of the project.

Exploration Green, named in honor of the community’s local …

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Terex Opens Third Service Center in Texas

HOUSTON, TX — Terex Utilities opens its third Terex Services Center in Texas. The brand-new location in Houston was built-to-suit, offering full-service repair facilities, as well as inspections, preventative maintenance, transfers and rebuilds, and more.

“Texas is the fastest growing, and one of the largest, markets in the U.S. Strategically …

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Ismaili Center to be Houston's Newest Cultural Asset

HOUSTON, TX — The design for the Ismaili Center to be built in Houston’s Buffalo Bayou watershed was presented to the public at a gathering of government and civic officials, community representatives, and leaders from civil society organizations. DLR Group is serving as executive architect and architect of record and …

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VLK Celebrates Dedication Ceremony for Martha Lopez Aki ECI Project TYKE Facility

KATY, TX — VLK Architects, Joeris Construction, and Katy Independent School District community members recently celebrated the dedication of the Martha Lopez Aki Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Project Teach Your Kids Early (TYKE) Facility. The facility is home to two functions, including the Project TYKE (Teach Your Kids …

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Bobcat of Marble Falls Celebrates Grand Opening

MARBLE FALLS, TX — Compact Construction Equipment, LLC, the authorized Bobcat equipment dealer in south, central, and west Texas, recently celebrated the grand opening of their newest branch location in Marble Falls, Texas. The facility, located on the north side of Marble Falls, opened for business in June.

Attendees …

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Mesquite Approves $60M Industrial Campus, Mesquite 635

MESQUITE, TX — The Mesquite City Council passed a resolution to approve terms and conditions with C CH REALTY IX-CE I MESQUITE 635, LP (Creation RE, LLC) and a real estate fund advised by Crow Holdings Capital for the construction and development of Mesquite 635, a Class A Industrial Business …

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Rosewood Property Company and Champion Partners Break Ground on South Dallas Industrial Building

WILMER, TX — Rosewood Property Company and Champion Partners started construction on Tradepoint 45 East, a 610,000-square-foot industrial distribution facility in Wilmer, Texas, within the South Dallas submarket. Rosewood Property serves as the equity partner while Champion Partners is the project developer and co-investor.

Located 16 miles south of downtown …

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Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc., Incorporates Drainage Solutions with Nature and Recreation for Exploration Green Project

In Clear Lake City, Texas, an abandoned golf course became the solution to catastrophic seasonal flooding.

For the $49 million Exploration Green project, Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc., (LAN) of Houston, Texas, designed five massive detention ponds that each hold up to 100 million gallons of stormwater. When complete, …

Hays County Begins RM 967 Safety Improvements

BUDA, TX — Road safety improvements on FM 967 in Buda have begun. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) will construct a continuous two-way left turn center lane from west of Oak Forest Drive to the intersection with FM 1626, including Carpenter Hill Elementary School, Dahlstrom Middle School, and Johnson …

Balfour Beatty Celebrates the Delivery of Lowest Stemmons, the First Completed Texas Clear Lanes Project in Dallas

DALLAS, TX — Balfour Beatty along with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), federal, state, and local officials celebrated the completion of the Interstate 35E (I-35E) Lowest Stemmons project with an official ribbon cutting ceremony in Dallas. The $83-million improvement project on I-35E between I-30 and Oak Lawn Avenue is …

AECOM to Provide Engineering Services for Houston METRO’s University Corridor Bus Rapid Transit Project

HOUSTON, TX — AECOM announces that it will serve as general engineering consultant (GEC) for Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County’s (METRO) University Corridor Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project, called METRORapid University Line. In this role, AECOM will provide project management and conceptual and preliminary engineering services to assist in …

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TxDOT Ready to Begin Construction on Loop 88

LUBBOCK, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) begins work to transform FM 1585 into Lubbock’s second major state loop, Loop 88. Sacyr Construction USA, LLC, of Miami, Florida, is the contractor for the project.

Phase 3A project limits are from Avenue U to Memphis Avenue, and 3B …

TxDOT Completes US 290 Improvements Project in McDade

MCDADE, TX — Bastrop County officials joined the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to celebrate the completion of the US 290 Improvements project in McDade. The eight-mile project completes the four-lane divided section of US 290 East between Elgin and Paige.

“This project helps increase safety and mobility by dividing …

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TxDOT Atlanta District, El Paso District Win Awards from Texas Asphalt Pavement Association

ATLANTA, TX — A Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Atlanta District project in Harrison County won top honors at Texas Asphalt Pavement Association's (TXAPA) Texas Quality Asphalt Pavement Awards in San Antonio. State Loop 390, constructed by Madden Contracting Co., was selected as winner of the Dense-Graded Mixes …

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DLR Group to Design First T3 Building with Residential Space in Austin

AUSTIN, TX — DLR Group, in partnership with owner/developer Hines, is expanding its T3 — Timber, Transit, Technology — office concepts into Austin. T3 Eastside will consist of 92,000 square feet of Class-A timber office and 15 residential units. DLR Group is the design architect and interior designer …

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Cadence McShane Construction Awarded New McKinney Warehouse by Core 5 Industrial Partners

DALLAS, TX — Cadence McShane Construction Company announces that Core 5 Industrial Partners has selected the firm to complete a new 279,356-square-foot industrial warehouse — one of four buildings included in Core 5’s new McKinney Logistics Center located off Highway 5.

Dubbed “Building C” by Core 5, the new 32-foot …

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Cadence McShane Completes Eastern Hills High School for Fort Worth ISD

DALLAS, TX — Cadence McShane Construction Company announces the completion of additions and renovations to Eastern Hills High School. The school, originally built in 1957, is one of 21 high schools in Fort Worth ISD.

“We’re excited that the students and staff at Eastern Hills were able to start off …

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Niece Equipment Hosts Groundbreaking for New Fort Worth Facility

FORT WORTH, TX — Niece Equipment recently broke ground on their new Fort Worth facility, which is located on a 5-acre, tree lined property at 1101 NE Loop 820 and considered part of “Equipment Alley”. When complete, the building will be 12,000 square feet and include 2,600 feet of office …

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Cambridge Holdings to Develop Health Care, Health, and Wellness District at Frisco Station

FRISCO, TX — Dallas-based Cambridge Holdings Incorporated, a national health care, commercial office, and mixed-use real estate firm, has entered into an exclusive agreement with the Frisco Station Partnership to develop health care and health and wellness-related projects within Frisco Station, a 242-acre mixed-use development in Frisco. This agreement …

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VLK Contributes Over 59 Campuses Opening for the 2021-22 School Year

FT. WORTH, TX — VLK Architects announces the completion of over 59 Texas public school campuses for the 2021-22 school year. Utilizing the tools in their repertoire, VLK has designed over 6.6 million square feet in new construction, additions, and renovations, ensuring that each campus is ready for teachers and …

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TxDOT Proposes US 59 Loop Project in Laredo

LAREDO, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is proposing the US 59 Loop Upgrade project. This proposed project will upgrade a portion of the US 59 Loop (dually designated as Loop 20 and locally known as Bob Bullock Loop), from International Boulevard intersection to the US 59/Loop 20 …

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VLK Breaks Ground with PBT-ISD on Maintenance Facility

PECOS, TX — VLK Architects recently joined Pecos-Barstow-Toyah ISD (PBT-ISD) to break ground and begin construction for the new Maintenance | Child Nutrition | Technology | DAEP Campus Facility. Funded by the district's 2021 $178.6-million bond, this project's construction was the first priority on the list of bond projects in …

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City of Pharr, TxDOT Hold Groundbreaking Ceremony for the I-2/I-69C Interchange Project in Pharr

PHARR, TX — The City of Pharr, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), and Dragados-Pulice Joint Venture (DPJV) held a groundbreaking ceremony, to celebrate the construction of the I-2/I-69C Interchange Project in Pharr.

The $303-million dollar project, which has been years in the making, will be eight miles long, consist …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction Breaks Ground on Reunion Rehabilitation Hospital in Plano

PLANO, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national construction management firm and general contractor, and Reunion Rehabilitation Hospitals, a system of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, announce the groundbreaking of a new location in Plano with support from America Development & Investments LLC (ADI), a Dallas-based health care real estate …

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KDC Announces Next Phase of CityLine, Development of Three Office Towers Totaling 1.4M Square Feet

RICHARDSON, TX — KDC, a developer and acquirer of mixed-use developments and corporate build-to-suit projects for major companies, will develop three additional office towers at CityLine in Richardson, Texas.

The new buildings will add nearly 1.4 million square feet of space to the 204-acre transit-oriented development, which is home …

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Stantec Completes Design of the San Antonio Proton Therapy Center

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Global integrated design firm Stantec, recognized for its Particle Therapy Center of Excellence, completed the design of the San Antonio Proton Therapy Center. The new 26,000-square-foot facility will provide an advanced alternative to conventional radiation treatment to nearly 500 patients annually from South and West …

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TxDOT Reconstructs RM 2222 and RM 620 Bypass for Smoother Travel in Northern Travis County

According to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2020 census, the population of Austin, Texas, grew 21 percent since the previous census in 2010. The surrounding areas also grew. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is working on multiple infrastructure projects to ensure the roadways can handle the extra traffic the population …

Texas Water Development Board Authorizes $63.6M in Flood Mitigation Assistance Grants

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) recently authorized awards for $63.6 million in Flood Mitigation Assistance grants. The grants are funded through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and will be used to mitigate flood damages and prevent future losses. Thirteen applications were approved by FEMA for …

FEMA Awards up to $13.5M for Packery Channel Restoration

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — The City of Corpus Christi has been allocated funding to complete the restoration of the Packery Channel from the damage it received in 2017 from Hurricane Harvey. In total, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded funding for up to $13.5 million of the $15 million …

Texas Transportation Commission Approves 10-Year Plan Including the I-45 Expansion Project

HOUSTON, TX — The Texas Transportation Commission unanimously approved the Texas Department of Transportation's (TxDOT) 10-year plan (Unified Transportation Program, UTP) retaining allocations for funding the I-45 improvement project in Houston. The project, commonly known as the North Houston Highway Improvement Project (NHHIP) is supported by the majority of people …

AECOM to Provide Architecture and Engineering Services for Kennedy Space Center and Other NASA Facilities

MERRITT ISLAND, FL — AECOM announces that it has been selected by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to provide architecture and engineering services as part of its Southeast Regional Architect and Engineering (SERAE) program. The indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ), multiple-award contract has a shared program ceiling of …

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Alliance Water Celebrates Water Treatment Plant Groundbreaking to Provide 225,000 Central Texans with Clean Drinking Water by 2023

ROSANKY, TX — Alliance Regional Water Authority (ARWA) realized an important milestone in the completion of the Carrizo-Wilcox Water Project when it broke ground on a new Water Treatment Facility, which will provide water to the Cities of Kyle, Buda, San Marcos, and the Canyon Regional Water Authority. Through the …

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McCarthy Completes Construction of Parish Episcopal School’s Noble Family Performing Arts Center

DALLAS, TX — McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. has completed construction on Parish Episcopal School’s Noble Family Performing Arts Center in Dallas. Located at the School’s Midway campus, the 55,000-square-foot facility will host student performances and arts classes, as well as community and cultural events. McCarthy broke ground on the center …

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Officials Break Ground on Tuskegee Airmen Texas State Veterans Home

FORT WORTH, TX — City of Fort Worth officials joined Texas Veterans Land Board Chairman George P. Bush to break ground and unveil the name of a new nursing home, the Tuskegee Airmen Texas State Veterans Home.

The 100,000-square-foot home will support 120 veterans, including up to 30 who may …

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Hillwood Opens The Cadence, a New Urban Living Apartment Community at Frisco Station

FRISCO, TX — Hillwood welcomes its first residents to The Cadence at Frisco Station, a 322-unit apartment home community located in Frisco. The delivery of the first units at The Cadence at Frisco Station is complemented by the completion of phase two of the 30-acre programmed park system, Canyon East. …

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The Star in Frisco Unveils Latest Development: Phase IV of Eleven-Story Office Tower to Open in 2023

FRISCO, TX — The Star in Frisco unveils plans for the latest development on its campus called Phase IV — a 313,000-square-foot, 11-story office tower. The groundbreaking ceremony was recently held, and the project has a scheduled completion date by the first quarter of 2023.

Designed by HKS Architects and …

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New I-35W Ramp Creates Added Mobility in North Fort Worth

FT. WORTH, TX — The City of Fort Worth's North Tarrant Express project opened a new ramp from eastbound I-820 to the northbound I-35W TEXpress Lanes.

The newly built ramp in the 820/35W interchange will create greater mobility and additional access for TEXpress Lanes, as well as providing additional …

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TxDOT Completes US 290 East Improvements Project in Lee County

GIDDINGS, TX — Lee County officials recently joined the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to celebrate the completion of a US 290 East widening project that divided a section of the four-lane highway between the Bastrop/Lee County line to Giddings.

“With thousands more vehicles expected to travel on the highway …

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Midway Breaks Ground on East River, Announcing First Tenants in Phase One of the 150-Acre Mixed-Use Development

HOUSTON, TX — Houston-based Midway, the privately owned, fully integrated real estate investment and development firm, recently broke ground on its 150-acre East River development. Designed to grow and evolve through multiple phases across a decades-long development horizon, East River will transform the city’s waterfront east of Downtown into …

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Western Specialty Contractors Branches in Florida, Texas, and Georgia Help Businesses Recover from Natural Disasters

HOUSTON, TX — Losing a structure or building to an unforeseen natural disaster, such as recent Hurricane Ida along the Gulf Coast, can be devastating to the owner and its tenants.

The decision to move forward with repairs may not come quickly, but when it does, facility managers and owners …

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Stafford MSD Opens New STEM Magnet Academy

HOUSTON, TX — Stafford Municipal School District (SMSD), the only municipal school district in Texas, opened its new Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Magnet Academy.

The new $2.8-million STEM Magnet Academy — the first and only one of its kind in Fort Bend County — will accommodate nearly 200 …

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Luling ISD Celebrates Ribbon Cutting of New Shanklin Elementary School

SAN ANTONIO, TX — Luling Independent School District (ISD) recently celebrated the ribbon cutting of its new Shanklin Elementary School. The $23.6-million elementary school was constructed as part of Luling ISD’s 2019 Bond Program that was passed by voters in May 2019.

Three years ago, Luling ISD evaluated the physical …

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Aggressive Phasing and Strategic Detours Help Dallas Area’s $370M I-635/SH 121 Interchange Project Finish Six Months Early

A lack of funding delayed the $370 million Interstate 635/State Highway 121 Interchange project north of the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) a decade ago – but once funding became available, the project finished six months ahead of its scheduled completion date.

Design-Build Contractor NorthGate Constructors – a joint …

Atlas Awarded $8M Construction Engineering and Inspection Contract from TxDOT

AUSTIN, TX — Atlas Technical Consultants, Inc. (Atlas), an infrastructure and environmental services provider, announces the award of an $8-million contract from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) for Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) services. This five-year contract will support the TxDOT’s Odessa District, which includes Andrews, Crane, Ector, Loving, …

City of Corpus Christi Awards Contract for Harbor Bridge Parks Mitigation

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — At a recent regularly scheduled meeting, Mayor Paulette M. Guajardo and the City Council awarded $258,341 to Halff Associates, Inc. for the Harbor Bridge Parks Mitigation area project. The project includes a professional services contract to perform a needs assessment and detail park improvements for the …

Significant Investments for Water Utilities Upgrades Approved by Mayor and City Council

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — Mayor Paulette M. Guajardo and the City of Corpus Christi's City Council recently approved critical services for Water Utilities. The approved items will modernize equipment at the city's O.N. Stevens Water Treatment Plant and Wesley Seale Dam at Lake Corpus Christi. Approved investments are close …

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Trammell Crow Company Breaks Ground on First Phase of Weiser Business Park in Northwest Houston

CYPRESS, TX — Trammell Crow Company (TCC) and joint venture partner Clarion Partners, LLC have broken ground on Phase I of Weiser Business Park in northwest Houston. Located on the site of a former airport in Cypress, Texas, the first phase of the redevelopment will include three speculative Class A …

DART Board of Directors Unanimously Approves Bus Network Redesign Plan

DALLAS, TX — The Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Board of Directors has unanimously approved the DARTzoom Final Bus Network Plan, which includes a complete redesign of the DART bus network. With the goal of providing greater frequency, longer service hours, and improved access to destinations, the redesigned network goes …

USDOT Announces up to $605.33M to the Grand Parkway Transportation Corporation for the Grand Parkway Segments H & I Project

HOUSTON, TX — The U.S. Department of Transportation announces its Build America Bureau (the Bureau) has provided a Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) direct loan in the amount of up to $605.33 million to the Grand Parkway Transportation Corporation (GPTC or Borrower) for the Grand Parkway Segments H …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction and the City of Allen Break Ground on Stephen G. Terrell Recreation Center

ALLEN, TX — Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national construction management firm and general contractor, and the City of Allen broke ground on the Stephen G. Terrell Recreation Center — a two-story, 150,000-square-foot facility located in Allen, Texas.

Allen Mayor Ken Fulk, former Mayor Stephen G. Terrell, City Manager …

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Texas Neighborhood Breaks New Ground with LEED and SITES

AUSTIN, TX — In Austin, Texas, the Mueller neighborhood project was one of the first to achieve LEED for Neighborhood Development (LEED ND) certification. Now, Mary Elizabeth Branch Park is providing residents with a newly SITES-certified place to gather and play — making Mueller the first project in the world …

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McCarthy Breaks Ground on Texas Children’s Hospital in Austin

AUSTIN, TX — McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. has begun construction on Texas Children’s Hospital for children and women in Austin. The freestanding hospital, which will serve families in Austin and Central Texas, is scheduled to be completed in the first quarter of 2024.

The 52-bed, 365,000-square-foot hospital will provide neonatal …

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Trammell Crow Company and MSD Capital Top Out 35-Story Class A Office Tower in Downtown Austin

AUSTIN, TX — Trammell Crow Company (TCC), a commercial real estate developer and investor, and MSD Capital L.P. have topped out 601 W. 2nd Street (formerly known as Block 185), a 35-story office development in Downtown Austin. The 814,081-square-foot Class A building rises 590 feet and, upon completion, will be …

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Construction Begins on the I-35 at SH 123 Project

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) was recently joined by officials from the City of San Marcos, Hays County, and the Capital Metropolitan Planning Organization to break ground on the I-35 at SH 123 project.

“San Marcos is one of the fastest growing areas in our region, …

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TDIndustries Celebrates 75 Years With Historical Sporting Arenas

DALLAS, TX — TDIndustries, Inc. (TD) is celebrating 75 years as a facilities service and mechanical construction company based out of Dallas, Texas. TD has a history of working on complex construction projects from data centers and hospitals to offices, apartment complexes, health care facilities, and educational institutions. Stadiums and …

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TxDOT Holds Virtual Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for I-635/SH 121 Interchange

GRAPEVINE, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and NorthGate Constructors hosted a virtual ribbon-cutting ceremony for the I-635/SH 121 Interchange Project. This $370-million project widened SH 121 to accommodate a new interchange and new direct connectors for FM 2499 and SH 26 to reduce congestion and improve safety …

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Tomball ISD Celebrates Completion of New Stadium and Junior High School

HOUSTON, TX — Tomball Independent School District (TISD) recently celebrated the completion of its new Grand Lakes Junior High School and Tomball ISD Stadium with ribbon-cutting events.

The facilities are two of the biggest projects of a $275-million bond program that voters approved in November 2017 to accommodate its growth. …

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Fluor Team Wins $640M Dallas Highway Project

IRVING, TX — The joint venture with Austin Bridge & Road was selected by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to design, construct, and maintain Phase 2 of the I-35 project. The contract has a value of approximately $640 million.

“This is a great example of Fluor’s continued strategic …

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Work Set to Begin on SH 158 and SH 137 Overpass in Glasscock County

SAN ANGELO, TX — Construction is set to begin on the overpass at the intersection of SH 158 and SH 137 in Glasscock County, roughly 13 miles west of Garden City. Reece Albert, Inc. will be the Texas Department of Transportation's (TxDOT) contractor for the $27-million, two-year project.

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Populous-Designed Roadrunner Athletics Center of Excellence Opens at The University of Texas at San Antonio

SAN ANTONIO, TX — The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) has opened its $40.4-million Roadrunner Athletics Center of Excellence (RACE), the university’s latest milestone in a multi-tiered project that will enable the success of student-athletes and provide recreational facilities to the San Antonio community. Kansas City-based Populous was …

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HGAC Planning Body Approves 36A Amendments to 2045 Regional Transportation Plan

SUGAR LAND, TX — The Transportation Policy Council (TPC) has approved the addition of two key projects, 36A North and 36A South, to the 2045 Regional Transportation Plan, a crucial step toward making the proposed mobility and freight corridor a reality. The Transportation Policy Council is part of the Houston …

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Diversified Product Development Hosts Grand Opening at New Manufacturing Facility

WACO, TX — Diversified Product Development, marketer of the LineWise, LiftWise, RailWise, and DesignWise brands, hosted a grand opening ceremony at its new manufacturing facility in Waco, Texas. Approximately 100 people attended the event marking the company’s strategic move, which will help Diversified grow and better serve its customers. …

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Historic Waco Suspension Bridge Undergoes Makeover

“Texas is a blend of valor and swagger.” Or so said Carl Sandburg in 1950, after reading works by Texas author Boyce House. In those eight words, Sandburg summarized the Lone Star State’s long-established culture of gallantry and determination, and its penchant for thinking big, then bigger.

Take the historic …

Texas Water Development Board Adopts 2022 State Water Plan

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) unanimously voted to adopt the 2022 State Water Plan.

“Adopting this new state water plan is a tremendous accomplishment for Texas,” said TWDB Chairwoman Brooke Paup. “The plan provides a clear and credible path to address the state’s long-term water …

Texas Central Signs $1.6B Contract with Kiewit to Install Core Electrical Systems

DALLAS, TX — Texas Central Railroad is leveraging the experience and expertise of Kiewit Infrastructure South Co. (Kiewit) and affiliate Mass. Electric Construction Co. (Mass Electric) to install the core electrical systems needed for the high-speed train from Dallas to Houston to operate. The $1.6-billion contract with Kiewit includes the …

Texas Central Signs Contract with Webuild to Serve as Design-build Lead for Historic Project

DALLAS, TX — Texas Central, developers of the high-speed train between Dallas and Houston, has signed a $16-billion contract with Webuild, operating in the U.S. market with The Lane Construction Corporation to lead the civil construction team that will build the Texas passenger line.

Webuild is one of …

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Webber Awarded $46M in Texas Waterworks Contracts

HOUSTON, TX — Webber, a U.S. construction subsidiary of Ferrovial, has been awarded two water projects in Texas. The contracts amount to about $46 million.

The North Texas Municipal Water District and Garney Construction have selected Webber for the construction of four project packages at the Sister Grove …

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Manhattan Construction Company Wins ASA North Texas Chapter Platinum $1 Billion + Award for Construction of Globe Life Field

ARLINGTON, TX — Manhattan Construction Company has been honored by the American Subcontractors Association (ASA) North Texas Chapter with the Platinum $1 Billion + Award for construction of Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.

ASA North Texas is an industry organization that advocates for the subcontractor and supplier community, promoting …

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Archer Western & Sundt to Construct 183 North Mobility Highway Project in Austin

AUSTIN, TX — Joint venture partners Archer Western Construction and Sundt Construction, Inc., operating together as Great Hills Constructors, were recently awarded the 183 North Mobility project in Austin, Texas. Archer Western and Sundt are responsible for the design and construction of the nine-mile highway project under the …

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TxDOT, Fluor, and Balfour Beatty Break Ground on Oak Hill Parkway Infrastructure Project in Austin, Texas

AUSTIN, TX — Fluor Corporation announces its joint venture with Balfour Beatty has broken ground on the Oak Hill Parkway. Fluor was awarded the infrastructure project by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to widen and improve U.S. 290 and State Highway 71 through Oak Hill, serving as a gateway …

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City of Jarrell Selects LAN to Prepare Alternatives Engineering Report for New Wastewater Treatment Plant

AUSTIN, TX — The City of Jarrell has selected planning, engineering, and program management firm Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN) to prepare an alternatives engineering report for a new wastewater treatment plant.

Spurred by Apple, Oracle, Tesla, and other tech companies moving to Austin and a thriving housing market, …

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TxDOT Teams with Make-A-Wish for Flyover Implosion

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) enlisted the help of a six-year-old boy to bring down part of an existing flyover for reconstruction. TxDOT partnered with Make-A-Wish to give Archer Foltermann the opportunity to help TxDOT implode sections of the northbound I-35 to northbound US 183 flyover …

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Adolfson & Peterson Construction Breaks Ground on VariSpace Coppell, Vari's New Global Headquarters

COPPELL, TX — Vari, a Texas-based workspace innovation company, and Adolfson & Peterson Construction (AP), a national construction management firm and general contractor, recently broke ground on VariSpace Coppell in Coppell, Texas. The 180,000-square-foot office building will serve as Vari’s new global headquarters as well as a multi-tenant campus.

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Port of Corpus Christi, Ares Management Sign MOU for Green Hydrogen Production, Renewable Energy Generation

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — The Port of Corpus Christi Authority announces that it has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with funds managed by the infrastructure and power strategy of Ares Management Corporation with the intention of developing renewable energy infrastructure on port-owned property to support the production of …

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TxDOT Breaks Ground on the FM 2001 West Realignment Project

HAYS COUNTY, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) was recently joined by State Rep. Erin Zwiener and officials from Hays County and the city of Buda to kick off construction of the FM 2001 West Realignment project. This is the first of three projects to improve FM 2001 …

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Stantec Awarded Design Services for Education Bond Programs in Texas

HOUSTON, TX — Global design firm Stantec was selected to provide design and engineering services for K-12 district bond programs in San Antonio, Texas, and Bastrop, Texas. With construction costs totaling an estimated $260 million, these projects include facility renovations and expansions, technology upgrades, and infrastructure improvements to offer more …

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Cadence McShane Construction Company Begins Construction of Two New Schools for Port Neches ISD

HOUSTON, TX — Cadence McShane Construction Company announces they have been selected by Port Neches-Groves Independent School District as the general contractor for their newest schools, Port Neches Intermediate School and Groves Intermediate School.

Concurrent construction of the two schools is set to be completed in August of 2022. Designed …

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UTRWD Breaks Ground on North Texas’ Newest Lake

LADONIA, TX — The Upper Trinity Regional Water District (UTRWD) celebrates the groundbreaking of Lake Ralph Hall, North Texas’ newest lake and one of the first built in Texas in decades. Named after the late longtime U.S. Congressman Ralph M. Hall, the new reservoir will be located on the North …

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Ferrovial Awarded $46M in Texas Waterworks Contracts

MCKINNEY, TX — Ferrovial, via its U.S. construction subsidiary Webber, has been awarded two water projects in Texas. The contracts amount to about $46 million.

The North Texas Municipal Water District and Garney Construction have selected Webber for the construction of four project packages at the Sister Grove …

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TxDOT Increases Mobility in the Round Rock Area

ROUND ROCK, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) celebrates the completion of the I-35 from RM 1431 to FM 3406 (northbound) project. This project reconstructed and widened the northbound I-35 frontage road from two to three lanes, relocated the RM 1431 exit, constructed a new extended entrance and …

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Moss Utilities Lays McKinney’s First HDPE Sanitary Sewer Up to 35 Feet Deep Through Wet, Wooded, and Historical Areas

When the City of McKinney, Texas, designed a new sanitary sewer line along a Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) lake, they originally specified PVC pipe and concrete manholes. After city officials toured Plasson USA’s plant in Corsicana, Texas, to gather information for a different project, they decided to ask …

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Construction Contract Awarded for Boat Basin Dredging & McGee Beach Breakwater Repairs

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — Corpus Christi Mayor Paulette M. Guajardo and the City Council awarded a construction contract to Cayo LLC, of Fort Worth, Texas, for the Boat Basin Dredging and McGee Beach Breakwater Repairs. Funding for this Council District 1 project comes from the FY 2021 Seawall CIP …

Diode Ventures Announces Financial Close of its First Greenfield Utility-Scale Solar Photovoltaic Project

HAMILTON COUNTY, TX — To help address growing demand for solar energy generation in the southwestern U.S., Diode Ventures (Diode), a Black & Veatch company that develops global infrastructure projects, announces that it has reached financial close on the Grizzly Ridge Solar Project, a nearly 140-megawatt (MW) utility-scale solar field …

5engineering Selected as the Prime Consultant to Conduct the Water and Wastewater Study for Harris County

HOUSTON, TX — Harris County selected 5engineering LLC, as the prime consultant to identify and study Harris County Community Services Department Target Areas, which can benefit from improvements in water and/or wastewater services, identify proposed improvements, and identify solutions to implement those improvements. This approximately $3-million study will be …

McCarthy Awarded Texas Port Construction Contracts

HOUSTON, TX — McCarthy Building Companies has been awarded three port construction projects along the Texas Gulf Coast. Two of the projects, which total $99 million, are for Port Houston Authority (PHA) - Bayport Wharf 6, a continued expansion of the Bayport Terminal, and Container Yard 3N at Barbours Cut …

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TxDOT Hosts Virtual Groundbreaking for SH 71 Overpass Project at Ross Road and Kellam Road

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) celebrated the start construction on the SH 71 improvement project at Ross Road and Kellam Road with a virtual groundbreaking ceremony.

“I am happy to announce we are beginning construction on two new overpasses on SH 71,” said Tucker Ferguson, …

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Stantec Selected to Develop Updated Master Plan for Bridgeport, Texas, Parks and Recreation

BRIDGEPORT, TX — The City of Bridgeport, Texas, has selected global design firm Stantec to provide comprehensive design and planning services to update its 2009 Parks and Recreation Master Plan. In its role, the firm will analyze existing conditions of the park amenities and assess the park facilities, engage the …

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Everhart Road Construction Complete

CORPUS CHRISTI, TX – The City of Corpus Christi's Engineering Services Department announces the re-opening of Everhart Road. The Everhart Road construction project from Holly Road to South Padre Island Drive (SPID), which began in September 2019, was recently completed.

Reytec Construction Resources, Inc. completed the $14.4-million project on schedule …

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The John Bunker Sands Wetland Center Hosts Groundbreaking and Celebration for Expansion Project

DALLAS, TX — A celebration and groundbreaking ceremony kicked off the launch of the John Bunker Sands Wetland Center expansion project. The John Bunker Sands Wetland Center was created in partnership with the Caroline Rose Hunt Family, The Rosewood Corporation, and the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD). It …

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City Electric Supply Hosts Three Grand Opening Events in Texas

DALLAS, TX — COVID-19 put a stop to events at City Electric Supply (CES) branches across the country, but counter days recently made a comeback in Texas. CES Aledo, CES Hutto, and CES Sherman are now officially open for business. The CES Aledo grand opening in Fort Worth marked the …

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Cadence McShane Completes Lake Highlands High School Addition and Multipurpose Activity Center for Richardson ISD

DALLAS, TX — Cadence McShane Construction (CMC) has completed the construction of Lake Highlands High School Addition/Renovation and MAC in Dallas, Texas, on behalf of repeat client, Richardson Independent School District (ISD). The project included the construction of a 76,000-square-foot Multi-Purpose Activity Center, a 144,000-square-foot addition to connect the ninth …

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Construction Completed on $22M Dallas County South Dallas Government Center Designed by KAI

DALLAS, TX — The recently completed Dallas County South Dallas Government Center designed by Dallas-Fort Worth firm KAI Design, combines the amenities of a modern, sustainable facility with a socially conscious design emphasizing justice equality.

“An emerging theme on how architecture and the construction process can speak towards the …

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DART and Trinity Metro Rail Lines to Connect at DFW Airport

DALLAS, TX — The Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Board of Directors unanimously approved a resolution authorizing a payment of $21.5 million to Trinity Metro for reimbursement of project costs incurred by Trinity Metro in the construction of approximately two miles of rail and platform facilities linking the Cotton Belt …

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Brasfield & Gorrie Breaks Ground on Omni PGA Frisco Resort

FRISCO, TX — Omni Hotels & Resorts announces the start of construction on the Omni PGA Frisco Resort, featuring 501 guest rooms and seven four-bedroom golf villas. Set to open in spring 2023, this resort development in partnership with PGA of America and the City of Frisco will become a …

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Harris County Precinct 3 and LAN Celebrate Grand Opening of Steve Radack Community Center

HOUSTON, TX — Harris County Precinct 3 residents will have a new place to congregate, due to the completion of the new Steve Radack Community Center. Precinct 3 celebrated the grand opening of the facility. The new community center will replace the Bear Creek Community Center, which was severely damaged …

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SEAA Awards Deem Structural Service with Project of the Year Award for Buddy Holly Hall Performing Arts Center

LUBBOCK, TX — A project in Lubbock, Texas, built by Deem Structural Service, has been named a recipient in the annual Project of the Year awards by the Steel Erectors Association of America (SEAA). One winner was selected in each of four categories based on the dollar amount of …

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McCarthy Breaks Ground on Cancer Treatment and Research Center on CHRISTUS Health – Tyler Campus

TYLER, TX — McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. breaks ground on the Northeast Texas Cancer and Research Institute, a new cancer center in Tyler, Texas. A Cottonwood Development project, the 85,000-square-foot facility center is located on the CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler campus and will provide outpatient care to the …

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Populous-Designed Events Center, The BASE, Opens to the Public in Waco, Texas

WACO, TX — The BASE (Business, Arts, Sports, and Entertainment) opened to the public at the Extraco Events Center, home of the Heart O’ Texas Fair and Rodeo, in Waco, Texas. The $32-million, multipurpose facility was designed by global architecture firm Populous with the goal of bringing more business and …

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South Tower Under Construction at Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center

WOODLANDS, TX — Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Hospital’s South Tower expansion is the development of a new eight-story patient tower. The addition will tie into the existing hospital’s structure to add 138 patient beds, increase the surgical department by five operating rooms (ORs), expand the cardiopulmonary department, and significantly enlarge …

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TxDOT Improves I-40 to Keep Up With Growing Amarillo Development

Aiming to improve traffic flow and safety, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has undertaken a bridge replacement project along about four miles of the Interstate 40 corridor in Amarillo.

“The existing structures were built with the original interstate construction,” says Sonja Gross, Public Information Officer for TxDOT’s Amarillo …

Haslet Parkway to Improve Mobility in Alliance Corridor

FT. WORTH, TX — Construction continues on Haslet Parkway, a four-lane east-west thoroughfare that will enhance the distribution of goods while providing better mobility to residents of Fort Worth. Haslet Parkway runs from I-35W to FM 156 at Avondale-Haslet Road and is planned as a gateway to facilitate freight movement …

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City Receives TxDOT Funding for Traffic Safety Projects

NEW BRAUNSFELS, TX — The City of New Braunfels received notification that four traffic safety projects totaling $1,054,000 have been awarded construction funding through the Texas Department of Transportation's (TxDOT) Highway Safety Improvement Program. This allocation of federal funding is distributed by TxDOT and is intended to address safety …

Ferrovial Awarded $81M Reconstruction of a Section of I-35 in Texas

SAN MARCOS, TX — Ferrovial, via its U.S. construction subsidiary Webber, was awarded the reconstruction contract for a portion of I-35 in San Marcos, Texas. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) selected the company to carry out the contract valued at $81 million.

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The Pantex Plant Breaks Ground on High Explosive Science and Engineering Facility, Designed by Burns & McDonnell

AMARILLO, TX — The Pantex Plant recently broke ground on its new High Explosive Science and Engineering (HESE) Facility. Once complete, this facility, designed by Burns & McDonnell, will play a critical role in supporting the nation’s national defense infrastructure. The new facility will span three primary buildings, together …

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