Flatiron, in collaboration with construction partners and clients, is set to undertake infrastructure projects in Southern California with a combined value of approximately $200 million.
The Hochtief-backed company will undertake the works for the North Coast Corridor Segment 4C project, the LA Metro Eastbound State Route 91 project in Los Angeles County, and the Fenton Parkway Bridge project in San Diego.
These contracts align with Flatiron’s strategy of fostering successful relationships and seizing opportunities for balanced risk profiles and enhanced collaboration.
Flatiron road contracts in Southern California
The summary of the three road contracts secured by Flatiron is shown in the following table below, with further details for each package in the following sub-sections.
Project | Client | Contract Value | Delivery Method |
North Coast Corridor Segment 4C | Caltrans | $72.5 million | CM/GC Collaborative Delivery |
LA Metro Eastbound State Route 91 | LA Metro | $99.6 million | Traditional Design-Bid-Build |
Fenton Parkway Bridge | SDSU | $28 million | CMAR Collaborative Delivery |
North Coast Corridor Segment 4C project
Flatiron, in a joint venture with Skanska and Stacy Witbeck, has been awarded the North Coast Corridor (NCC) Segment 4C collaborative delivery project by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans).
With a contract value of $72.5 million, this project is part of the broader NCC improvements initiative in the San Diego metro area, contributing to a total project value of $737.5 million. The project’s key elements are:
- Transportation Improvements: Adding new auxiliary lanes and reconfiguring on/off-ramps for enhanced traffic flow and pedestrian safety.
- Environmental Protection: Slope rehabilitation and bridge barrier rail upgrades for ecological sustainability.
- Community Well-being: Widening under crossings, constructing sound barriers, and upgrading curb ramps to improve coastal access.
The Construction Manager-General Contractor (CM/GC) was confirmed as the delivery method for this project. It is a form of Early Contractor Involvement that facilitates early and ongoing collaboration with Caltrans, joint-venture partners, and stakeholders.
Typically, GM/GC contracts involve a two-phase collaborative approach. The contractor participates in planning and design during the initial phase (pre-construction) and then progresses to project execution through a subsequent construction agreement (construction phase).
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LA Metro Eastbound State Route 91 project in Los Angeles County
Flatiron also secured a $99.6 million contract from the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro) for the Eastbound State Route 91 (EB SR-91) Atlantic to Cherry Improvements project.
This initiative introduces an eastbound auxiliary lane to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion, and enhance safety for Long Beach area commuters. It is understood that this project will be delivered under the traditional Design-Bid-Build model.
According to Flatiron, the EB SR-91 project is a fourth recent collaboration between LA Metro and the company in LA, highlighting its growth in the diverse heavy civil construction market across Southern California.
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Fenton Parkway Bridge project in San Diego
San Diego State University (SDSU) has chosen Flatiron to lead the $28 million Fenton Parkway Bridge Project using the CMAR collaborative delivery method.
The project involves extending Fenton Parkway over the San Diego River to Camino Del Rio North, providing a crucial north-south roadway with combined bicycle and pedestrian pathways. Construction is set to commence in October 2024.
The CMaR approach typically involves two phases:
- Phase 1 – Pre-Construction Services – This initial phase involves the contractor’s engagement to assist the client in the project’s preliminary development.
- Phase 2 – Construction Services – Once the design is well advanced, a new construction contract is executed based on the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) agreed upon in Phase 1.
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Flatiron Leadership Comments
Dale Nelson, Flatiron Executive Vice President for Operations, emphasized the projects’ dual impact on transportation improvement and environmental sustainability.
He asserted that Flatiron remains committed to close collaboration with construction partners, clients, and local authorities to ensure the successful completion of these projects with minimal disruptions.
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