As uncertainty drags on concerning federal funding levels for major infrastructure projects, stakeholders are looking more intensely than ever into what kinds of private capital are available—not only from entities traditionally interested in infrastructure, but also from companies such as Facebook.

But perspectives are at odds related to a reduced federal funding role in looming legislation.

Industry economist sees major growth trend in India's construction market.

Managers of a 90%-complete, 646-bed hospital in Liverpool will take charge of the project after unravelling a public-private partnership with the contractor Carillion Plc, which collapsed ignominiously in January.

Public-private team under pressure to finish New Champlain bridge by Dec. 21