Parsons and LINC Austin team Selected for Austin Light Rail Project
December 30 2024 - 3:15PM
Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) announced today that a team
consisting of AECOM, Parsons, STV, Turner & Townsend, Ardmore
Roderick, and CAS Consulting (LINC Austin) was selected by the
Austin Transit Partnership as Delivery Partner for the $7 billion
Austin Light Rail project. Under the initial four-year contract,
LINC Austin will provide program and project management,
construction management, and technical expert services during the
planning, design, procurement, construction, and post-construction
phases of the Austin Light Rail project.
As a major subconsultant to AECOM, Parsons will provide a
comprehensive range of services, including systems integration
support, interface management, construction management, quality
management, and design management.
"The Austin Light Rail Project presents a pivotal opportunity to
meet the city's increasing travel demand with a reliable, safe, and
sustainable transit solution,” said Mark Fialkowski, president of
North America Infrastructure for Parsons. “With 80 years of
infrastructure experience and a proven track record as a global
delivery partner, we look forward to partnering with ATP to deliver
a transformative light rail system that will support the city's
mobility and economic growth, creating lasting benefits for
generations to come."
"We are thrilled to embark on this transformative journey with
our partners and the community,” said Greg Canally, Executive
Director of Austin Transit Partnership. “The Austin Light
Rail project represents a significant step forward in enhancing our
city's transportation infrastructure, promoting sustainability, and
improving the quality of life for all Austinites."
The Austin Light Rail project aims to revolutionize public
transportation in Austin, Texas by introducing the city’s first
light rail system that enhances connectivity and accessibility
across the community. The initial phase of the project includes the
development of 9.8 miles of new light rail lines and 15 stations
that will provide reliable and equitable transit options for
residents and visitors. The light rail system is designed to
integrate seamlessly with existing transit services, offering
high-frequency service to reduce travel times and traffic
congestion.
For more than 50 years, Parsons' rail and transit experts have
successfully delivered high-quality transit projects in Texas,
demonstrating a proven track record of excellence and experience.
To learn more about Parsons’ rail and transit expertise,
visit parsons.com/rail-transit/.
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