Parsons Corporation was named the lead designer for the Virginia Department of Transportation’s I‑64 Hampton Roads Express Lanes (HREL) Norfolk Segment 1B project, a design‑build contract worth $389 million. The award was announced on March 25, 2026 and will see Parsons convert existing general‑purpose lanes and shoulders into a high‑occupancy express shoulder lane and three general‑purpose lanes between I‑264 and Tidewater Drive.
The contract covers a seven‑mile stretch of I‑64 in Norfolk and includes bridge replacements, roadway widening, noise barriers, and advanced traffic‑management systems. While the HREL network spans a 45‑mile corridor, the 1B segment is a focused portion that will enhance congestion relief and travel reliability in the Tidewater region.
The win adds a long‑term revenue stream to Parsons’ critical‑infrastructure portfolio, which has been a key driver of margin expansion in recent quarters. The award comes after the company reported a Q4 2025 earnings miss, with EPS of $0.75 versus an estimate of $0.7962 and revenue of $1.6 billion versus $1.68 billion. The contract’s value and scope provide a counterbalance to the headwinds seen in the Federal Solutions segment and reinforce the growth trajectory of the critical‑infrastructure business.
Mark Fialkowski, president of Infrastructure North America, said, “The collective team's effort on the HREL Norfolk Segment 1B project will continue advancing economic and societal improvements across the Tidewater region, while working to reduce congestion and increasing ease of movement for the community.” He added, “Parsons is one of the world's leading complex infrastructure providers, and we look forward to continuing our decades long history of project success and delivery for the communities in Hampton Roads.”
The project aligns with Parsons’ strategic focus on technology‑driven solutions for critical infrastructure, including its iNET® Smart Mobility Platform. By securing this contract, Parsons strengthens its position in a high‑growth segment and demonstrates its capability to deliver large‑scale, multi‑disciplinary infrastructure projects that support regional transportation investment, such as the $3.9 billion Hampton Roads Bridge‑Tunnel Expansion.
Overall, the award represents a significant milestone for Parsons, adding a substantial, long‑term contract to its portfolio and reinforcing its reputation as a leading program manager in the transportation and infrastructure market.
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