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DETROIT, MI – F.H. Paschen, a leader in infrastructure construction, announced a major expansion with a ribbon-cutting for a new Downtown Detroit office along the river at the Talon Center to support its rapid growth in the Michigan market. Located at 100 River Place Drive, Suite 200 East, the new office space triples the size of the company’s previous downtown footprint. With more than $300 million in new regional business growth, the construction firm is scaling up its office space ...

Canal Street Viaduct Rehabilitation – Adams Street to Jackson Boulevard (Canal 1) Construction began in May 2023, and the viaduct has been open for vehicles and pedestrians since December 2025. Two northbound lanes are open and accessible from eastbound Jackson, and full pedestrian access is available at both the Jackson and Adams intersections. Remaining work involves improvements at Union Station, including suspended ceiling work and interior finishes. Throughout construction, close coordination with the Chicago Department of Transportation, Amtrak, and Union ...

Chicago, IL - National infrastructure builder F.H. Paschen hosted its annual National JOC Summit in Chicago, Illinois this week, bringing together company leaders from across the country to advance the future of Job Order Contracting (JOC). The three-day event focused on standardizing operations and sharing best practices to improve project delivery for clients nationwide. As the nation’s premier JOC contractor, F.H. Paschen provides fast and cost-effective construction solutions for renovations and repairs. The summit serves as a collaborative forum for ...

South Bend, IN - General Contractor F.H. Paschen has reached a major milestone in the renovation of the Indiana National Guard South Bend Armory at 2402 E. Rose Street in South Bend, Indiana. The facility, also known as the CPT Lyle J. Thompson USARC, serves as the temporary home for 130 soldiers of an Indiana Army National Guard Engineering Company. As one of more than 60 armories across Indiana, the South Bend Armory on Rose Street has sat vacant for ...

CHICAGO, IL —  Nationally-recognized builder F.H. Paschen today released a new report:  2026 Trends in School Construction.  This education-industry construction guidebook is the latest installment of the company’s five-part 2026 Construction Trends Educational Series.   Covering infrastructure, housing, parks and recreation, municipal and education construction, the 2026 Construction Trends Series from F.H. Paschen highlights emerging trends that are defining the built environment in 2026 and provides a roadmap for public agencies and administrators to build better communities and public progress. This ...

CHICAGO, IL —   From digital city halls and modernized public safety facilities to the rise of maintenance-free materials, local governments are fundamentally changing how they build. These findings are part of a new guidebook released today by F.H. Paschen: 2026 Trends in Municipal Construction. This publication is the fourth installment of the company’s five-part 2026 Construction Trends Series, which provides a roadmap for public agencies to build better communities. The newly published municipal-government guide identifies five major shifts in how ...

CHICAGO, IL —  Smart technology for lighting, irrigation and security, multi-use trails, a new procurement method and designing hybrid recreation centers are among the top priorities defining parks and recreation spaces in America in 2026. These findings are part of a new report released today by infrastructure builder F.H. Paschen: 2026 Trends in Parks & Recreation Construction. This publication is the third installment of the company’s five-part 2026 Construction Trends Series, which provides a roadmap for public agencies to build ...

CHICAGO, IL —  Nationally-recognized builder F.H. Paschen released a new report today:  2026 Trends in Government Multi-Family Housing Construction.  This housing-industry guidebook is the latest installment of the company’s five-part 2026 Construction Trends Educational Series.   The report provides a roadmap for local officials looking to navigate the growing demand for affordable and accessible housing in their communities.  It identifies five major shifts shaping the government-housing industry, including the rise of workforce housing for the “missing middle”, the adaptation of senior ...

CHICAGO, IL —  From the rise of flexible learning environments and "aging in place" housing to the integration of smart technology in public parks, new trends across public-sector construction in America are defining the built environment in 2026. These shifts in infrastructure, housing, parks and recreation, municipal, and education construction are the focus of a new five-part series released today by nationally-recognized infrastructure builder F.H. Paschen. The recently-published collection provides public agencies and administrators with a comprehensive roadmap to navigate ...

CHICAGO, IL — Nationally-recognized builder F.H. Paschen today announced the release of 6 Trends Shaping Public Infrastructure in 2026, a comprehensive guide designed to help government administrators and job owners navigate the complex landscape of modern infrastructure construction. This publication marks the first installment in a new five-part thought leadership series dedicated to the trends defining the built environment in 2026. The inaugural guide outlines critical shifts in the industry, including the surge of federal funding requiring strict compliance, the ...

CHICAGO, IL — Nationally-recognized builder F.H. Paschen continued its 115-year legacy as a national infrastructure leader with growth across core sectors, on-site innovations and industry recognition in 2025. Headquartered in Chicago with offices across more than ten states, F.H. Paschen builds the bridges, transit systems, airports, schools, public safety facilities and water plants that keep American communities moving. "Our momentum continued in 2025 across our core markets, while our rankings as one of the largest builders in America reflect the ...

Merrillville, IN — The U.S. Minority Contractors Association (USMCA), Indiana-Kentucky Chapter and member F.H. Paschen, today announced that United States Congressman Frank Mrvan (IN-1) has received the 2025 National Legislative Excellence Award. The presentation took place at the newly-opened F.H. Paschen Merrillville office, located within the Congressman’s district. This award recognizes Congressman Mrvan’s steadfast commitment to the success of small, disadvantaged businesses and contractors throughout the country and right here in Indiana. The award specifically recognizes Congressman Mrvan’s efforts to ...

Franklin Park, IL — Today, F.H. Paschen, Evergreen Real Estate Group, and Leyden Township officials gathered to celebrate the 'topping off' of the Leyden Senior Apartments, placing the final roof plank to complete the building’s framework. The new four-story, 85,000-square-foot community broke ground earlier this year in April 2025. The eighty (80) affordable units for local seniors are set to open in 2026. Crews placed the final roof plank, which had been signed by members of the project team, trade ...

At F.H. Paschen, internships are more than a single summer experience, they’re the foundation for long-term careers. Alison Perez, now a Project Engineer in our Chicago office’s Building Division, began her journey with Paschen as an intern while studying at the University of Cincinnati. Her introduction to the company came during the ASC Heavy Civil Estimating Competition, where an in-depth presentation of a past Paschen project sparked her interest. That curiosity led her to apply for our internship program, launching ...

Chicago, IL - National infrastructure builder F.H. Paschen has announced the shortlist finalists for the 2025 Paschen Prize for Public Progress. The national award honors outstanding construction and infrastructure projects that improve how Americans live, move, learn, and gather. The prize recognizes work across nine (9) categories. This year’s finalists come from six (6) states including Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Virginia and Texas. "Public-purpose projects shape how we live, work and connect," said Jim Blair, CEO of F.H. Paschen. "We ...

In today’s rapidly evolving digital economy, the physical infrastructure behind our data-driven lives often goes unnoticed. Yet behind every viral TikTok, every plug-in electrical vehicle on our highways, and every advancement in manufacturing and computing, there are highly specialized, mission-critical facilities. These “mission-critical facilities” include data centers, quantum computing hubs, semiconductor plants, battery storage facilities, cold storage warehouses, advanced manufacturing hubs, and even wastewater treatment systems. Constructing these facilities demands much more than traditional building techniques and goes beyond the ...

Galveston, TX - F.H. Paschen, a nationally recognized leader in heavy civil construction and infrastructure, has opened a new office in Galveston, Texas. The new facility, located at 1802 Broadway Street in Galveston expands the company’s local presence in the State of Texas. The new location is the company's third in the state, joining established offices in Houston and Irving, and expands its commitment to serving the Gulf Coast region. The focus area for F.H. Paschen in Galveston is healthcare, ...

DALLAS, TX – With the busy holiday travel season arriving loaded with the influx of passengers expected to fly between Halloween and Christmas this year, there’s good news for the crew at American Airlines at the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Construction company F.H. Paschen announced the completion of a significant renovation project for American Airlines at Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) Airport, updating 32 back-of-house restrooms for employees in Terminals A and C. The $4.7 million project, which began ...

Inside the school construction project that finished faster, cost less and adapted to changing needs without cutting corners. Finishing a school construction project ahead of the deadline and under budget doesn’t happen by chance. It takes planning, flexibility, and a team that knows how to keep things moving even when plans change. At Evergreen Elementary School in Carol Stream (DuPage County), F.H. Paschen’s Suburban K-12 Construction Team was tasked with building a six-classroom, 9,000 square-foot addition. But there was one ...

Chicago, IL - A new national award is putting the spotlight on public-purpose construction and infrastructure projects that improve how Americans live, move, learn and gather. The Paschen Prize for Public Progress is set to honor outstanding work and recognize the best in construction projects in schools, parks, transit, civic buildings and more. Launched by F.H. Paschen, the inaugural awards program will recognize both innovation and impact across nine (9) categories, from sustainable design to historic preservation to parks and ...

LaPorte, IN - With the leaves falling from the trees and sleet and snow just around the corner, LaPorte area residents can breathe a small sigh of relief today. That’s because LaPorte Mayor Tom Dermody and construction company F.H. Paschen declared the half-way point on the U.S. 35 Pavement Replacement and Outfall Utilities Project that stretches from Boyd Boulevard to S.R. 2 in the City of La Porte and LaPorte County. The two-and-a-half-mile long project, managed by the Indiana Department ...

Franklin Park, IL - With the sounds of hammer drills and grinders echoing in the background, general contractor F.H. Paschen and Leyden Township Supervisor Rocco D. Biscaglio hosted Congressman Jesús “Chuy” García for a tour of the under-construction Leyden Senior Apartments construction site this week. The 80-unit affordable senior housing community is a high-priority project for the community and is in the Congressman’s 4th District. The four-story residential building, which will be accompanied by a new one-story senior center, is ...

LIBERTY, TX - Construction Company F.H. Paschen joined Liberty Dayton Regional Medical Center leadership, staff and patients this week to celebrate the ribbon cutting of the hospital's newly renovated central nurses' station, medicine room, physician’s office and new patient room. The substantial upgrades mark a major improvement for the Central Nurses Station, which is one of the hospital’s most critical spaces. The new enhancements are designed to better support care teams serving both the Emergency Room and Inpatient Unit. Other ...

Merrillville, IN - F.H. Paschen, a nationally recognized leader in heavy civil construction and infrastructure, has opened a new office in Merrillville, Indiana. The new 5000 square foot facility, located at 707 E. 80th Place, Suite 100, Merrillville, IN 46410 expands the company’s local presence in the State of Indiana and reaffirms its commitment to serving local NWI communities. The Merrillville office now adds to the company’s existing presence in Lafayette, Indiana, and strengthens its regional operations as part of ...

At F.H. Paschen, interns are not just learners, they’re contributors. By working directly on active projects, they gain the experience and skills needed to transition confidently into full-time roles. A great example of this path is Daniel Miller, who interned in both our Chicago and McLean offices before joining full-time as a Project Engineer. Daniel’s internship journey was shaped by hands-on involvement in high-impact projects in Chicago including the Jackson Park Mobility Improvements for the Obama Presidential Center, Chicago Public ...

CHICAGO, IL - F.H. Paschen has once again secured a place among the nation’s leading construction firms in the 2025 Engineering News-Record (ENR) rankings, with top-tier placements across key infrastructure sectors including a Top 25 largest Water Treatment Contractors, ranking #24. The ENR lists, published annually by one of the construction industry’s most respected publications, are considered a benchmark of performance for general contractors in the U.S. These lists rank the largest general contractors based on total construction revenue in ...

CHICAGO, IL - F.H. Paschen has been named one of the Top 25 Water Treatment Contractors in Engineering News-Record’s (ENR) 2025 rankings, appearing at #24. This marks the company’s first appearance in the national water treatment category in over a decade and reflects its expanding footprint in the critical infrastructure sector. The ENR category lists, released annually, highlight the largest and most active U.S. contractors by sector. F.H. Paschen’s inclusion in the water treatment list represents a significant milestone as ...

F.H. Paschen is excited to announce that the Riis Park Fieldhouse Improvements project was awarded Excellence in Historic Preservation Above $5M by the AIA Illinois Board of Directors. Built in the 1930s, the Riis Park Fieldhouse is a historically significant building within the Chicago Park District and contributes to the park’s certification on the National Register of Historic Places. F.H. Paschen partnered with SMNG A Ltd. and Associate Architect, Forma Architecture to preserve the building’s historic elements, including the windows, ...

McLEAN, VA – Community leaders, teenage residents, parents, and F.H. Paschen representatives gathered today to mark the completion of critical ADA-related renovations at the Old Firehouse Center (OFC), a facility operated by the McLean Community Center (MCC). In attendance at the ribbon-cutting was MCC Executive Director Betsy May-Salazar, Chair of McLean Community Center Governing Board Doug Jeffery, Dranesville District Supervisor Jimmy Bierman, Former Dranesville District Supervisor John Foust, Board of Supervisors Chair Jeff McKay and County Executive Bryan Hill. The ...

CHESTERTON, IN – 30 years after the Town of Chesterton Indiana acquired 46.37 acres of the abandoned EJ&E railroad right-of-way to create The Duneland Prairie Trail, its first and primary trail in town, community leaders, residents and the team from F.H. Paschen gathered to cut the ribbon and celebrate the completion of another important trail milestone: Phase III of the Westchester Liberty Trail. The new 0.45-mile section of the Westchester Liberty Trail completes the final, crucial segment of Chesterton trails ...

BOLINGBROOK, IL - Construction Company F.H. Paschen joined Valley View School District 365 and community leaders to celebrate the start of the 2025-2026 school year with the ribbon-cutting of the new Debbie Sykora Early Childhood Center on Friday, August 22. The new facility, located adjacent to the existing Oak View Elementary School in Bolingbrook, marks a significant step forward for the District's commitment to early childhood education. The 22,000-square-foot facility includes six classrooms, a sensory room, a play area, library, ...

Detroit, MI – F.H. Paschen, a trusted leader in construction in Michigan has announced today the 50% completion milestone of its $25 million flocculator replacement project at the Great Lakes Water Authority’s (GLWA) Springwells Water Treatment Facility. Built in 1931, the Springwells facility, located in Dearborn, is the second-oldest in GLWA’s system and is recognized as the largest freshwater treatment facility in North America. The GLWA treats up to 540 million gallons of water daily and services 981 square miles ...

We are excited to announce that F.H. Paschen has received the ENR Midwest Best Project Award in the Airport/Transit category for our work on the Damen Green Line Elevated CTA Station. The Damen Green Line Elevated CTA Station is the first new CTA station on the West Side in decades. When the original Damen Station closed in 1948, area residents were left with a serious transportation gap in the 1.5-mile corridor. This $80.5 million project now serves as a hub ...

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - For years, riders of Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) have spoken up: the buses come late, the wait times are long, and there’s often nowhere to sit or take cover from the elements. That all changed today for one of Charlottesville’s busiest stops, as F.H. Paschen joined local leaders, CAT representatives, and transit riders to celebrate the ribbon cutting of a brand-new bus shelter that increases rider safety and comfort. F.H. Paschen, a nationally recognized leader in mass ...

When one thinks of the suburban communities around Chicago, it’s natural to imagine young families, Little League games, and cul-de-sac barbecues. These images reflect the post-war boom that fueled the growth of collar counties like DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake and Will. But today, a quieter, yet powerful shift is underway. And it is one that’s reshaping the future of these very neighborhoods. The suburbs are graying. How do we know? Recent census data shows that from 2023 to 2024 (the ...

Fairfax County, VA - F.H. Paschen, a 115-year-old national leader in large-scale construction and infrastructure development has recently marked its 15th anniversary in the Mid-Atlantic region at a ceremony where the company commemorated their legacy of growth, community impact and infrastructure excellence. Opened in the Summer of 2010, the Mid-Atlantic office was F.H. Paschen’s first office location outside of their Chicago-area Headquarters in the Midwest. Since opening in 2010, F.H. Paschen’s Mid-Atlantic office has delivered more than $300 million in ...

Fairfax County, VA - F.H. Paschen, a 115-year-old national leader in large-scale construction and infrastructure development was recently awarded the “Award for Excellence in Building Design and Construction” by the Fairfax County Department of Public Works and Environmental Services (DPWES). The recognition highlights the firm’s outstanding work on two cornerstone projects: Courtroom Renovations Phase III and the Hybla Valley Community Center. This is the second Fairfax County Department of Public Works “Award for Excellence” given to F.H. Paschen, with their ...

CHICAGO, IL - F.H. Paschen has been named the #139 overall largest contractor by Engineering News-Record (ENR) in their 2025 list of the Top 400 Contractors. The firm also landed at #47 on ENR’s Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, reflecting its sustained performance in public infrastructure and large-scale civil construction. The ENR Top 400 list ranks general contractors based on revenue from construction services performed in the previous year. The Domestic Heavy Contractors list further spotlights firms that specialize in ...

F.H. Paschen has topped off the first phase of the Bellwood Gateway Development, a $43 million workforce housing project in the Chicago suburbs. The four-story, 71-unit community at 2711 and 2712 St. Charles Road will also include 6,000 square feet of ground-floor commercial space and is set to open in Spring 2026. Serving as the developer and general contractor, F.H. Paschen now moves towards the enclosure of the structures. Once enclosed, work will move on to mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and ...

The Paschen Scholars Program, an innovative educational partnership between F.H. Paschen (FHP) and George Westinghouse College Prep (GWCP), organized a student worksite visit to the historic Garfield Park Conservatory where a renovation of the existing children's garden within the southwest atrium conservatory is taking place. Once complete, the Elizabeth Morse Genius Children’s Garden will feature a tropical environment for children and families to explore the wonders of tropical plants. This visit represents another milestone in the Paschen Scholars program's mission ...