Despite concerns about the fiscal health of the city and the project’s impacts, the job will proceed as the city prepares for the 2028 Summer Olympics.

The Madison, Wisconsin-based contractor began demolition of the existing structure this month and expects to complete construction in late 2027.

Dan Horner says that construction must take advantage of technological advances such as artificial intelligence and digital twins to innovate and improve construction efficiency. 

ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.com/economics

ENR Texas & Southeast will profile electrical and industrial contractor MMR Group and civil contractor Wayne Brothers Co. in its December 2025 print issue.