Balfour Beatty Prequalified for Metrolink’s Multi-Billion Dollar SCORE Program

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Balfour Beatty has been selected as a prequalified general contractor for Metrolink’s Southern California Optimized Rail Expansion program, positioning the company to compete for construction projects within the client’s transformative multi-billion-dollar rail modernization initiative. The SCORE program represents one of the largest rail infrastructure investments in Southern California history, designed to upgrade Metrolink’s system for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games and beyond, while advancing the region’s zero-emissions goals. The comprehensive capital improvement plan encompasses construction of grade crossings, station and signal improvements, as well as extensive track construction across the Metrolink network. Individual SCORE projects are expected to range … Read more

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Creating a Culture of Care

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4 tips superintendents can use to foster mental health in the field By Melissa Allen When talking about safety in construction, most people think about hard hats, harnesses and fall protection. But the truth is, the greatest risk facing our industry isn’t always visible. Statistics paint a sobering picture; construction workers are five times more likely to die by suicide than from a work-related injury. One in five adults in the United States live with mental illness and 23% report feelings of depression or anxiety. These aren’t just numbers; they’re coworkers, friends — and sometimes, even ourselves. As someone who … Read more

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Policy Volatility Reshaping US Construction Landscape

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Policy uncertainty has disrupted anticipated development patterns in the U.S. construction industry, creating challenges but also opportunities that vary widely across regions, sectors and projects. JLL’s 2025 Construction Perspective: U.S. Mid-year Update provides crucial insights on navigating this complex environment with a focused response that moves beyond reactivity. “The construction industry is experiencing uncertainty that is affecting everything from material costs to labor availability,” said Louis Molinini, head of project and development services, Americas, JLL. “Despite these challenges, we’re seeing remarkable resilience in select sectors and regions that remain extremely active. It’s a local game that rewards strategic capital planning … Read more

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Net-Zero Station for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Supports Low-Carbon Efforts

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Construction has commenced for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s Northwest Division, located in North Carolina. Swinerton Builders is serving as the general contractor for the $19.7-million build. The project includes sustainable elements that create renewable energy onsite as part of Charlotte’s goal to power facilities and fleet vehicles entirely with zero-carbon sources by 2030. The team broke ground this summer for an anticipated completion in September 2026. As construction manager, Swinerton will oversee preconstruction, compliance, field operations and risk management. This project is part of the Sustainable and Resilient Charlotte by 2050 Resolution passed by the Charlotte City Council in 2018. … Read more

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Ground Broken on Multi-Billion Dollar Portals Development in Southwest D.C.

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Ground has been broken on Republic Properties Corporation’s Portals IV project, the residential building located at 1301 Maryland Ave., Southwest. This project is the concluding phase of the Portals Complex development overlooking the Tidal Basin and Washington, D.C.’s iconic monuments and memorials. Balfour Beatty is serving as general contractor. The Portals Complex, a landmark public-private partnership with the District of Columbia, represents a substantial real estate investment with an aggregate market value over $2 billion and totals approximately 3 million square feet upon completion. The complex already includes Class-A office buildings; the luxury Salamander Hotel will now feature two high-end … Read more

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