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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LOJYSA Industrial Park Masterplan Underway in Mexicali, Baja California

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Construction has begun on LOJYSA, a new mixed-use industrial and logistics park project situated near the U.S. border in Mexicali, Baja California. The project team for the 833-acre project includes general contractor ADCO and design firm Ware Malcomb. The site originally was slated as a beer brewing and distribution facility, a project that was canceled mid-construction following a successful local referendum in 2020. Subsequently, a group of investors acquired the site with the intent to develop a large-scale industrial park that would support city growth and align with community goals. The LOJYSA project masterplan leverages existing access routes and key … Read more

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Willmeng Completes McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park Improvements in Scottsdale

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Willmeng Construction hosted a grand re-opening event to mark the successful completion of significant renovations at the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park in Scottsdale. The extensive renovation aimed to enhance recreational offerings and boost park attendance. A centerpiece of the renovation is the replacement of the former Bunkhouse and Clock Tower with a new 7,500-square-foot structure known as the Roundhouse. The modern facility now features a signature railroad-themed indoor play structure, public restrooms, offices, conference rooms and support spaces. The design of the Roundhouse, led by DWL Architects, weaves contemporary architecture into a long, low structure reminiscent of 19th-century train sheds. Beyond … Read more

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Swinerton Celebrates Completion of Transformative New Compton High School Campus

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Swinerton Builders has announced the completion of the new Compton High School, a $232-million, 31-acre campus that marks a historic milestone for the Compton Unified School District and the greater Los Angeles area. Completed in May 2025, the campus will welcome 1,800 students this upcoming school year. The project represents a transformational commitment to educational opportunities, community connection and future generations of Compton students. The new Compton High School features: 140,639-square-foot academic building 40,868-square-foot performing arts center 36,534-square-foot gymnasium A digital-first library with no physical books Expansive athletic facilities, a football stadium, baseball, softball, and soccer fields, tennis and basketball … Read more

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