Stations, Stadiums Offer Bright Spots In Tough Times
Although the construction downturn began years ago, its deep impact on major projects around the region is reflected in ENR NY’s list of 2010 Top Starts. Last year, the top 25 projects started in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut tallied a combined $8.8 billion in total project value—less than half of the $18.6 billion in new work on our list of 2009 projects. Starts in 2009 were bolstered by the $8.7-billion Trans-Hudson Express Tunnel, which has since been terminated. Even without that project on the list, 2010 still represents a drop-off in activity.
“Without a doubt, it was a tough year for getting work,” says Michael Viggiano, senior vice president and general manager for Skanska Civil Northeast, Whitestone, N.Y. “Like everyone, we’re plugging along and thankful for the opportunities we have.”