Joint Venture Breaks Ground on New Huntington Bank Field

The Haslam Sports Group, alongside a joint venture of AECOM Hunt and Turner Construction Company and HKS, have broken ground on the new Huntington Bank Field — the future home of the Cleveland Browns starting in the 2029 season. The groundbreaking ceremony held at the new site in Brook Park marks the official start of construction on Northeast Ohio’s largest economic development project to date.

As construction managers for the visionary project, the joint venture is overseeing construction of the state-of-the-art venue, which will serve as Ohio’s first enclosed stadium capable of hosting world-class events throughout the year, including Browns games, NCAA Final Fours, international soccer matches and concerts for crowds of up to 75,000. With a revolutionary seating bowl design, one-of-a-kind roofing system and flexible capacity, the project will set new standards in stadium construction and fan engagement, bringing fans closer to action on the football field.

The new stadium will champion the region’s spirit and identity, enhancing the overall experience for both fans and the surrounding community while spurring long-term economic activity and job creation in the region. The world-class venue will be constructed alongside a dynamic, mixed-use entertainment district led by development partner Lincoln Property Company, securing the future of the Browns organization in Northeast Ohio for decades to come.

Inspired by Lake Erie and the city of Cleveland, the new Huntington Bank Field will deliver an immersive experience for visitors of all ages, including:

• Closest seats in the NFL: A revolutionary seating bowl design that brings fans closer to the field than any other NFL stadium, highlighted by a modernized Dawg Pound
• Transparent roof: Inspired by Cleveland’s iconic atriums, natural light throughout the stadium creates a unique outdoor ambiance and views
• Flexible capacity: A “Super Theater” concept accommodates events for up to 75,000 attendees
• First-of-its-kind roofing system: Featuring the first longspan roof without a truss, sightlines and design are enhanced throughout the building
• Economic catalyst: More than 6,000 construction jobs and thousands of additional full-time positions created across the stadium and adjacent development, delivering lasting economic benefits for Cleveland and Northeast Ohio.

Commitment to the Northeast Ohio community is critical to the project’s success, and as a result, AECOM Hunt and Turner Construction Company are partnering with local contractors, including DiGeronimo Companies, Independence Excavating and Independence Construction. The project is scheduled to open in 2029 along with Phase 1 of the mixed-use development.