JACKSONVILLE, FL — AECOM Hunt announces that its joint venture (JV) with Barton Malow has been selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars to serve as construction manager for the development of the team’s new Stadium of the Future, following a unanimous vote of approval by the NFL. With several aspects of the project now underway, the AECOM Hunt - Barton Malow joint venture team is moving forward in delivering the new facility for Jacksonville’s home team and fans.
The stadium is expected to open in August 2028. To date, the JV team’s successes include:
- Structural demolition of a skybridge (Gate 1), two escalator towers (Gates 2 and 3), and three light towers
- Site demolition on underground utilities and the existing plaza outside the stadium
- Foundations laid for the new roof and concourse expansion
- Relocation of underground utilities and establishing new services including water, sewer, stormwater, electrical, and fiber
The project, once completed, will showcase innovations and immersive experiences for NFL games as well as events such as future Super Bowls, Final Four tournaments, college football playoffs, marquee concerts, and more. Project highlights include:
- Protective canopy: A transparent protective shell will provide protection and reduce heat retention by more than 70 percent
- Expanded capacity: Flexible options will allow capacity to expand from around 63,000 to more than 70,000
- Lookout decks: New spaces will offer skyline and river views
- Immersive tech: A transformative environment will create event experiences through lighting and digital technology
- New communal spaces: Interactive social spaces will showcase local food and retailers
- Wider concourses: 360-degree concourses will be four times wider than existing spaces
- New seating: Expanded options will be offered throughout every level
- Nature park: Public space will be open year-round on event days
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“Our team is proud to partner with Barton Malow in managing this exciting project to transform the home of the Jaguars and create a true Stadium of the Future,” said Ken Johnson, AECOM Hunt Executive Vice President and Sports Arena Market Sector Lead. “This will serve countless fans, visitors, and Jaxsons for generations to come. It will be a true game-changer for the entire community, and we look forward to making this world-class stadium a reality.”
“The Stadium of the Future project represents a new era in stadium design and construction,” said Len Moser, Barton Malow Vice President of Sports. “From advanced sustainability features to cutting-edge immersive technologies, we are setting a new standard for what stadiums can be. We are proud to lead this transformative project and look forward to shaping the future of sports and entertainment venues.”
