LA Convention Center Modernization and Clean Water Program project wins underscore Arcadis’ depth of expertise to support Los Angeles infrastructure enhancement projects.
Arcadis (EURONEXT: ARCAD), the world’s leading company delivering data-driven sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets, has been selected by the City of Los Angeles to support two major infrastructure programs that will help strengthen resilient, connected communities across the city. The Los Angeles Convention Center (LACC) Modernization and Expansion program, and the Department of Public Works Bureau of Engineering’s Clean Water Program are together valued at more than $18 million, and will support economic vitality, climate resilience and improved quality of life for Angelenos.
For the LACC Modernization and Expansion project, Arcadis will provide project and construction management support services for the $2.5 billion project. This phased design-build initiative will elevate the LACC to one of the largest convention centers in the United States. The upgrades are anticipated to highlight LA’s position as a premier event destination and are expected to create over 15,000 jobs and generate millions in local revenue. The Arcadis contract is valued at $11 million.
The modernization will strengthen downtown Los Angeles as a global destination for conventions, culture and major events, supporting an enhanced visitor experience, alongside local jobs, tourism and economic activity.
Highlights of the project include:
- 190,000 sq. ft. of additional exhibit hall space, connecting the West and South Halls above Pico Boulevard for a total of 750,000 sq. ft. of flexible, contiguous event space
- 55,000 sq. ft. of new meeting space
- 95,000 sq. ft. of new external event space
Heather Polinsky, CEO, Arcadis said: “These projects reflect Los Angeles’ commitment to invest in infrastructure that strengthens its community, protects neighborhoods and supports long-term economic vitality. I am proud of Arcadis’ role in shaping this critical infrastructure transformation. The expansion and renovation of the Los Angeles Convention Center is one of those once-in-a-lifetime projects, and our teams across the business have already hit the ground running--working hard to deliver this iconic project for the City of LA, visitors, and Angelenos.”
Additionally, Arcadis will support the City of Los Angeles Department of Public Works Bureau of Engineering (BOE) through the Clean Water Program, a $7.5 million, five-year contract encompassing three key stormwater initiatives:
- Stormwater Capture Parks Program: Stormwater capture in nine San Fernando Valley parks to replenish groundwater, alleviate flooding, and improve water quality.
- Safe, Clean Water Program: Over 120 projects countywide, including marquee initiatives like Hollenbeck Park Lake Rehabilitation, targeting stormwater capture, infrastructure modernization, and climate resilience.
- National Flood Insurance Program: Floodplain management to meet and exceed FEMA standards, helping cities mitigate flooding and lower insurance rates.
Polinsky continued: “We leveraged 15 years of experience leading the City of Los Angeles Proposition ‘O’ stormwater program to secure our continued participation in County of Los Angeles Measure ‘W’ Safe Clean Water funded projects. Measure ‘W’ will provide up to $100 million per year, enabling the City’s stormwater program to thrive for the foreseeable future. These programs play a critical role in safeguarding communities while supporting the region’s long-term water resilience.”
