LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 11, 2013--
AECOM Technology Corporation (NYSE: ACM), a leading provider of
professional technical and management support services for public and
private clients in more than 140 countries around the world, announced
today that its Tishman Construction operation is serving as construction
manager and general contractor for Arlington Devco LLC’s Arlington Downs.
Part of a US$250-million redevelopment effort, this complete renovation
and conversion of the former Sheraton Hotel in Arlington Heights, Ill.,
will transform the 13-story building into a 214-unit luxury apartment
and retail building.
Designed by Pappageorge Haymes Partners, the project features the
renovation of the existing 300,000-square-foot tower, as well as the
construction of a new 105,000-square-foot garage, new roadways,
underground utilities and landscaping. The new subterranean parking
garage will feature 312 parking spaces that will accommodate the new
apartments.
“We are proud to be working with Arlington Devco on this innovative
project for the Arlington Heights community,” said John M. Dionisio,
AECOM chairman and chief executive officer. “Our construction services
team is dedicated to successfully realizing the vision of this
significant residential and retail redevelopment.”
Construction on the US$53-million project is expected to be completed in
the summer of 2014.
About AECOM
AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management
support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation,
facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With
approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in
all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global
reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in
delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built,
natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM
serves clients in more than 140 countries and had revenue of $8.2
billion during the 12 months ended March 31, 2013. More information on
AECOM and its services can be found at www.aecom.com.
About Tishman Construction
Founded in 1898, Tishman Construction, a wholly owned AECOM subsidiary,
is one of the world’s leading builders, currently managing construction
for the 1,776-foot-high One World Trade Center, the Javits Convention
Center expansion and renovation in New York, the new headquarters for
the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in Washington, D.C., and the
new Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center for high-speed
trains in California. Known for successfully managing complex, iconic
projects, Tishman is responsible for the construction of more than 450
million square feet of space, incorporating facilities of every size and
type, including arts and culture, commercial, convention centers,
education, gaming, government, healthcare, hospitality, residential,
retail, sports and leisure, technology and transportation. More
information on Tishman Construction can be found at www.tishmanconstruction.com.
Forward-Looking Statements: All statements in this press release
other than statements of historical fact are "forward-looking
statements" for purposes of federal and state securities laws, including
any projections of earnings, statements of plans for future operations
or expected revenue. Actual results could differ materially from
those projected or assumed in any of our forward-looking statements. Important
factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from our
forward-looking statements are set forth in our quarterly report on Form
10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended March 31, 2013, and our other reports
filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. AECOM
does not intend, and undertakes no obligation, to update any
forward-looking statement.
NR 13-0602
Source: AECOM Technology Corporation
Media:
Paul Dickard, 646-432-8473
VP, External
Communications
Paul.Dickard@aecom.com
