Walsh Construction selected to rebuild Washington Bridge in Providence
Providence, Rhode Island - Walsh Construction has been awarded the $427 million contract to rebuild the westbound Washington Bridge in Providence, Rhode Island, with a completion target of November 2028. The project involves the complete demolition of the existing bridge, which was closed in December 2023 due to structural failure, and the construction of a new bridge designed to last 100 years. This bridge carries over 80,000 vehicles daily on I-195 Westbound, making it a critical transportation link.
The project will enhance connectivity between Providence and East Providence, restoring efficient travel for commuters and supporting Rhode Island’s long-term transportation infrastructure needs while minimizing disruptions during construction.
Final beam placed on largest module for DFW Airport Terminal F Expansion
Dallas, Texas - Construction crews working on the first phase of Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)'s Terminal F expansion program recently celebrated a proud milestone moment. The final beam was recently placed on the largest of the project’s six modules, which measures an impressive 245’ long x 136’ wide x 46’ high. The celebratory moment included the opportunity for construction crews to represent their hard work in driving this transformative project forward by signing the beam before it was raised into place.
The Terminal F Concourse and Skylink Station project, which is the first phase of the airport’s major expansion to build a sixth terminal, is being built by Innovation Next+, a design-build joint venture led by Archer Western with Turner Construction Company, Phillips May Corporation, H. J. Russell & Company, and CARCON Industries & Construction, with design partners PGAL, Gensler, and GFT.
Brent Spence Corridor's companion bridge design unveiled
Cincinnati, Ohio - The design of the companion bridge for the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project has been unveiled, marking a major milestone in the 8-mile infrastructure transformation that will enhance safety, reduce congestion, and reconnect communities across Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.
The cable-stayed design, selected for its function, aesthetics, and cost efficiency, will create a new regional landmark while easing one of the nation’s most critical freight bottlenecks.
With federal approval of the bridge type now in place, the Walsh Construction and Kokosing design-build team, with AECOM and Jacobs for design, will advance the project into final engineering and construction. The new companion bridge will carry I-71 and I-75 traffic, while the existing Brent Spence Bridge will be reconfigured for local use, delivering long-anticipated improvements to mobility, safety, and economic growth throughout the corridor.
Walsh Construction begins work on One Winnetka development
Winnetka, Illinois – Walsh Construction has been selected as the general contractor to build One Winnetka, a transformative mixed-use development set to revitalize a long-vacant site at the corner of Elm Street and Lincoln Avenue in downtown Winnetka, Illinois. The project is being led by a joint venture between Murphy Development Group and Christopher Merrill, with OKW Architects leading the design.
One Winnetka will feature 59 luxury rental apartments ranging from one-bedroom-plus-den to three-bedroom-plus-den configurations, with unit sizes between approximately 1,100 and 1,800 square feet.
Walsh Construction completes bioreactor walls at Sunnyvale WPCP
Sunnyvale, California - Walsh Construction recently completed the exterior walls for Bioreactors 1 and 2 at the Sunnyvale Water Pollution Control Plant’s Secondary Treatment Project. This milestone marks the placement of over 2,000 cubic yards of Class D concrete across 20 separate pours from December 2023 to June 2024. These walls will contain the bioreactor, which will use microorganisms to break down organic pollutants in wastewater as part of the plant’s advanced secondary treatment process.
This project will enhance the plant’s ability to manage higher wastewater flows and meet future environmental regulations through a new conventional activated sludge system. Walsh Construction is building new aeration basins, secondary clarifiers, a blower facility, flow distribution structures, and a sidestream treatment facility. The project also includes a new thickening and dewatering building to manage biosolids, complete with odor control systems, improving both performance and community impact.
New role affirms psychological health support at The Walsh Group
Chicago, Illinois - The Walsh Group is proud to reaffirm our commitment to the psychological health and overall well-being of our employees with the creation of a Behavioral Health Manager role. This milestone reflects our belief that care for one another must go beyond physical safety, it must also extend to the emotional and psychological challenges their teams face on a daily basis.
"This position is a game-changer, not just for Walsh but for our entire industry," said Building Division President Mike Whelan. "Many in our industry speak about mental health awareness and supporting their teams, but we are taking action. We’re investing in what truly matters: each other."
This effort is rooted in our Family Approach to business, where we each share a responsibility to support and protect one another. It is a natural extension of our Actively Caring culture, one that values listening, responding and leading with compassion.
We are pleased to announce that Nichole Gaddis has joined the Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Group as our first Behavioral Health Manager. She will help guide the direction of our behavioral health strategy by developing impactful safety programs and trainings. She will collaborate with our Risk Management, Human Resources and Legal teams to design proactive wellness initiatives, while serving as a resource to project teams and craft professionals in identifying psychosocial risk factors and promoting a culture of support.
Walsh Construction removes and replaces railroad bridge in 78 hours
Glenside, Pennsylvania - Walsh Construction, Jacobs and Mammoet worked together to remove and replace this design-build railroad bridge during a 78-hour window in Glenside, Pennsylvania. The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority's (SEPTA) existing bridge over Keswick Avenue was removed and transported to a nearby staging area for dismantlement, while the newly assembled bridge, constructed at the same staging location, was then transported and installed at the site.
Red Purple Modernization team members discuss innovative method to build new mainline tracks
Chicago, Illinois - Walsh Construction and design-build team members are celebrating the completion of four new Red and Purple Line mainline tracks and a new southbound Brown Line track; marking another major milestone in the Chicago Transit Authority's Red Purple Modernization Project.
This achievement follows more than five years of carefully staged construction by Walsh Construction, Fluor Corporation, Stantec and EXP, including the innovative installation of a temporary Brown Line track to maintain uninterrupted service.
A key highlight of the project was the Red-Purple Bypass at Belmont, which eliminated a century-old bottleneck and improved system reliability. Through close coordination and expert craftsmanship, the team delivered long-term improvements for CTA riders while minimizing disruptions throughout construction.
Walsh Construction joint venture completes accelerated demolition of I-90 Bridge
Newton/Weston, Massachusetts - Over two consecutive weekends, crews from Walsh Construction and SPS New England completed the dual rapid‐construction operations for the I‑90 bridge demolition over the MBTA railroad in Newton and Weston.
They removed 332 cubic yards of concrete, installed 31 precast bridge units, and poured 205 cubic yards of rapid‑set concrete, all under round‑the‑clock shifts with 85 workers on site. These intensive efforts have advanced the removal and replacement of the mainline bridge span, setting the stage for subsequent ramp replacements (A/B and G) and mainline I‑90 bridges over I‑95 and the Charles River. The accelerated weekend schedule minimized longer-term traffic disruption while keeping the project on track for completion by 2028.
The overall project includes the replacement of the 1,020-foot-long, 4 span I-90 bridge over I-95 and the Charles River as well as three bridges in the ramp configuration. There are two additional superstructure replacements, including the I-90 bridge over the MBTA/CSX rail, and three bridges requiring rehabilitation.
Archer Western bringing major biosolids upgrades to W.B. Casey Water Resource Recovery Facility
Clayton County, Georgia - The W.B. Casey Water Resource Recovery Facility is undergoing a major biosolids upgrade led by Archer Western and Hazen & Sawyer through a progressive design-build partnership. The project will modernize outdated infrastructure with new anaerobic digesters, advanced sludge screening, and a state-of-the-art dewatering and thermal drying facility to produce Class A fertilizer pellets. These upgrades will significantly reduce biosolids volume, lower hauling costs, and generate renewable biogas. Designed with environmental sensitivity in mind, the facility will minimize odor, noise, and ecological impact near the Flint River.
Inside Louisville's future VA Medical Center and the veterans behind it
Louisville, Kentucky - Take a look inside the new Louisville VA Medical Center, a nearly $1 billion, 910,000-square-foot facility, that is currently replacing the aging Robley Rex VA Medical Center. Designed to serve over 45,000 veterans from Kentucky and Southern Indiana, the new medical center will include a modern, full-service hospital with 104 inpatient beds, advanced diagnostic and surgical services, outpatient clinics and a dedicated Women’s Health Clinic.
Many of the workers bringing this project to life are veterans themselves, lending personal pride and purpose to the construction effort. They describe the new medical center as a way to give back and honor their fellow service members while contributing to a project that will greatly benefit their community and future generations of veterans. They are honored to be helping to build a legacy and a space that reflects the respect and care for veterans.
Walsh team surprises young construction fan at South Bend Hospital Project
South Bend, Indiana - Malachi has been watching the construction progress at the Beacon Health System Memorial Hospital of South Bend for months, always excited to see the crane at work during his medical visits. Recently, our Walsh Construction crew spotted Malachi watching, and invited him for a closer look from the roof of the nearby parking garage.
That’s when the tower crane lowered a signed t-shirt down to Malachi, followed by a surprise call from operator Troy, and a bag full of goodies. A heartfelt gesture from this project team helped make Malachi’s day, and is a further reminder of the impact that an act of kindness can have.
Walsh Construction hosts annual Construction Camp
Chicago, Illinois - Walsh Construction recently concluded its week-long Construction Camp, which provided 25 high school juniors and seniors from 18 Chicago schools a unique opportunity to dive into the world of construction. Throughout the week, students gained valuable hands-on experience, explored real-world career paths, tackled an estimating project, and toured a jobsite. This is the fourth year of our annual camp that offers more than just exposure, it fuels interest and enthusiasm in construction careers. By the end of the week, students walked away with new skills, industry knowledge, and a clear sense of possibility for their futures in the construction industry.
Walsh Construction’s David Dorfman honored with prestigious Muddy Boots Award
New York, New York - Congratulations to Senior Superintendent David Dorfman on being honored with the 2025 Muddy Boots Award from the Underground Construction Association (UCA). This distinguished honor recognizes exceptional field leadership in underground construction, celebrating individuals who demonstrate excellence in safety, mentorship and operational execution.
David’s selection for the Muddy Boots Award reflects not only his 30 years of technical expertise and problem-solving ability but also his commitment to mentoring teams, maintaining an unwavering focus on safety, and delivering high-quality results. David is currently helping to lead Walsh Construction’s efforts on the Shafts 17B-1 and 18B-1 projects, a critical component of New York City's ongoing water tunnel expansion.