Chicago City Council approves $8.5B O'Hare airport expansion

The city has also approved $4 billion in bonds to pay for upfront construction costs and to refund outstanding bonds from other city deals.

By Kim Slowey • April 2, 2018

What to expect from the fallout following a catastrophic jobsite incident

Structural failures and other jobsite disasters can lead to financial and legal problems — as well as damage to the contractor's reputation.

By Kim Slowey • April 2, 2018

Washington reveals 'smart' features of $2B Seattle tunnel

The features, including a 300-plus camera incident-detection system, aim to keep motorists safe and traffic flowing.

By Kim Slowey • March 29, 2018

Seattle plans two stations, part of $6B light-rail expansion

The plan's critics argue that Sound Transit needs to consider less expensive alternatives to the second station, which will cost more than $550 million.

By Kim Slowey • March 28, 2018

What you need to know about project delivery

We're taking a look at project delivery methods and why owners select the methods they do, the limitations of certain arrangements and why some risks might be worth the reward.

By Mary Tyler March • March 27, 2018

H-2B visa cap doubled to 129,500 foreign-born workers

The potential increase in the number of available visas is welcome news to employers that depend on seasonal workers from abroad.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett and Jean Dimeo • March 27, 2018

Elon Musk's Boring Company makes final cut for Chicago's O'Hare Express

A source close to the project said the price tag for the system, which will not use any taxpayer dollars, will likely fall between $1 billion and $3 billion.

By Kim Slowey • March 27, 2018

Why P3s can be a project delivery method worth the risk

When executed properly, public-private partnerships can be a win-win for those on both sides of the aisle.

By Mary Tyler March • March 26, 2018

Another worker killed in struck-by incident on Florida's $2.3B I-4 project

This is the third fatal struck-by incident that has occurred on the P3 project since 2016.

By Kim Slowey • March 26, 2018

$1.3 trillion spending bill gives infrastructure $21B boost, leaves out direct funding for Gateway program

The bill funds infrastructure and career training but doesn't address federal investment in the $13 billion New York-New Jersey Hudson River tunnel.

By Kim Slowey • March 26, 2018

Trump could force $1.3B California dam expansion

The two-story dam addition would be a boon to local farmers, but critics say it could harm environmentally sensitive areas. 

By Kim Slowey • March 23, 2018

Charlotte eyes $5B to $7B rail transit expansion

Transit officials are considering public-private partnerships to deliver the new rail lines, but say the city lacks the revenue for guaranteed annual payments.

By Kim Slowey • March 22, 2018

Moody's: Trump's infrastructure plan could grow P3 market

To take advantage of P3s, some state and local governments will have to consider politically challenging revenue sources like tolling. 

By Kim Slowey • March 21, 2018

The Dotted Line: How to develop a collaborative team that wins bids

The most effective partners possess unique skill sets, have extensive lists of contacts and stay aligned with the project's overall goals.

By Kim Slowey • March 20, 2018

Utah DOT plans $275M spend to convert highway into 6-lane freeway

One group is already threatening a lawsuit to stop the project, citing poor planning by the department.

By Kim Slowey • March 19, 2018

Port of Long Beach continues with $4.5B capital plan, pursues on-dock rail project

An increase in shipping activity is driving several expansion projects as ports seek to modernize and increase capacity.

By Kim Slowey • March 19, 2018

Florida pedestrian bridge collapse survivor files lawsuit against design-build team

The suit seeks damages exceeding $15,000 and claims reckless negligence on the part of FIGG Bridge Engineers and Munilla Construction Management.

By Kim Slowey , Mary Tyler March • March 16, 2018

USDOT awards $487M in transportation grants

A record 64% of the transportation investment grant funding was awarded to projects in rural areas, while three projects won the maximum award amount.

By Kim Slowey • March 16, 2018

California bullet train costs skyrocket to $77B, opening delayed

The California High Speed Rail Authority says the first phase's opening is delayed four years and the total cost of the project could rise to $98.1 billion. 

By Kim Slowey • March 15, 2018

Infrastructure skills training center opens in Washington, DC

Mayor Muriel Bowser said the District was opening the center because it could only fill 50% of its open infrastructure jobs in 2017.

By Kim Slowey • March 15, 2018

American Airlines, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel reach O'Hare airport overhaul deal

The airline has dropped its opposition to the $8.5 billion expansion in exchange for city hall agreeing to speed up construction of three gates it will use.

By Kim Slowey , Laurie Cowin • March 15, 2018

Salt Lake City airport expansion cost climbs to $3.6B

The price tag is double that of the project's originally estimated cost.

By Kim Slowey • March 14, 2018

Amazon HQ2 'losers' use bid process as learning experience

Some cities already plan to reuse bid materials, while many agree that the bidding process alone set them up well for future competitions.

By Chris Teale • March 14, 2018

Louisiana plans first P3 for $112M tunnel, bridge replacement

Officials also hope to use a public-private partnership to chip away at the state's $13 billion backlog of infrastructure projects.

By Kim Slowey • March 14, 2018

Congress' infrastructure funding efforts remain fragmented

Proposals from Republicans and Democrats may be taking the wind out of President Donald Trump's $1.5 billion infrastructure plan. 

By Kim Slowey • March 13, 2018