Arcadis Awarded Construction Phase Services for Battery Park City Resiliency Project
Arcadis has been awarded the construction phase services contract for the Battery Park City Resiliency Project (BPCR), marking a major milestone as one of New York City’s most ambitious climate resilience initiatives enters full-scale construction. Valued at approximately $1.7 billion, the project represents the city’s first large-scale Progressive Design-Build program and a critical investment in protecting Lower Manhattan from climate-related threats.
Commissioned by the Battery Park City Authority (BPCA), the BPCR is designed to safeguard waterfront infrastructure and surrounding communities from sea level rise, storm surge, and extreme rainfall, while simultaneously enhancing public access, open space, and environmental quality along the Hudson River waterfront.
Integrated Coastal Flood Protection for Lower Manhattan
The project is being delivered by the Turner Construction Company–SPC Construction Co. LLC joint venture, working alongside Arcadis, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), and SCAPE Landscape Architecture. Together, the team will implement an integrated coastal flood risk management system extending from First Place to North Moore Street, and east to Greenwich Street.
Key project elements include:
- Approximately 1.5 miles of flood walls and deployable flood barriers
- Upgraded drainage infrastructure, including a new pump station
- Rain gardens and nature-based solutions to manage stormwater
- Creation of new green spaces and public waterfront areas
These measures are designed to provide long-term flood protection while maintaining the character and accessibility of Battery Park City.
Arcadis’ Role in Construction Oversight and Engineering Excellence
Having served as lead design and engineering consultant since the project’s inception, Arcadis will continue to play a central role during construction. The firm will provide engineering oversight, design compliance, and technical support, ensuring the delivery of a fully integrated, resilient, and future-ready flood protection system.
Alan Brookes, CEO of Arcadis, stated that the transition from design to construction marks a significant step toward delivering a more resilient and sustainable Battery Park City, adding that the project sets a new benchmark for climate-resilient infrastructure in dense urban environments.
Delivering Environmental, Civic, and Community Benefits
Beyond flood risk reduction, the Battery Park City Resiliency Project emphasizes civic and environmental enhancements, including improved waterfront access, expanded public open spaces, and biodiversity improvements through native and climate-resilient plantings. The project has been shaped through extensive collaboration with public agencies, stakeholders, and the local community, ensuring alignment with BPCA’s sustainability, accessibility, and livability goals.
The BPCR builds on BPCA’s earlier post–Superstorm Sandy investments, including the South Battery Park City Resiliency Project and the Ball Fields & Community Center Project, further strengthening Lower Manhattan’s comprehensive coastal resilience network.
Key Takeaways
- Arcadis has been awarded the construction phase services for the $1.7B Battery Park City Resiliency Project, advancing NYC’s climate resilience efforts.
- The project aims to protect Lower Manhattan from climate-related risks while enhancing public access and environmental quality.
- It includes 1.5 miles of flood walls, upgraded drainage systems, and new green spaces, delivered by a Turner Construction and Arcadis partnership.
- Arcadis will provide ongoing engineering and design support to ensure system resilience and integration throughout construction.
- The project aligns with sustainability goals and builds on prior resiliency investments following Superstorm Sandy.
