Granite Awarded Preconstruction Services Agreement for Progressive Design-Build Project on I-80 East in Nevada

Granite’s selection as the inaugural Progressive Design-Build (PDB) contractor follows its earlier role as the state’s first CMAR contractor in 2012, reflecting the continued use of collaborative delivery methods by NDOT on major infrastructure projects.

“The PDB process enables NDOT and Granite to work together from the earliest phases of design, allowing the team to refine alternatives, optimize sequencing, and fully leverage Granite’s integrated construction and materials capabilities,” said NDOT Chief of Project Management Division, Nick Johnson. “This collaborative model is expected to maximize schedule efficiency, cost certainty, and project performance for all stakeholders.”

I-80 east of Sparks is one of Nevada’s most economically vital corridors. It connects the Reno–Sparks metro area with USA Parkway and the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center (TRIC), a fast-growing 160 square-mile economic hub supporting major employers and is projected to generate 35,000 to 50,000 jobs in the next two decades. Thousands of commuters and freight operators rely on this corridor daily.

“For more than four decades, Granite has served as a strategic infrastructure partner to NDOT,” said Granite Vice President of Regional Operations, Chris Burke. “Our Nevada team combines the resource strength of the nation’s #1 highway contractor (ENR) with deep local expertise and a proven record of delivering high performance transportation solutions. The I-80 East Widening Project represents the fifth collaborative delivery project awarded to Granite by NDOT, underscoring the strength of this long-term partnership.”

Preconstruction activities are expected to begin in February 2026, with construction expected to begin in Q3 2027 and be completed in the summer of 2031.

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