Washington Construction Insights and Analysis October 2024
Project Size Breakdown:
- The dataset features a variety of project sizes including Small, Medium, Large, and Extra Large.
- Large and Extra Large projects are primarily focused on Multifamily-Residential developments, healthcare, and industrial sectors.
2. Key Sectors:
- Multifamily-Residential: This sector dominates large projects, with several high-rise apartment buildings being constructed, especially in Seattle.
- Healthcare: Projects like the Western State Hospital and Seattle Children’s Hospital are notable large-scale healthcare constructions.
- Education: Schools like Foothills Elementary and universities such as University of Washington Foster School of Business are expanding, showing a focus on education infrastructure.
3. Major Companies Involved:
- Exxel Pacific, Inc.: Involved in many large-scale residential projects, especially in Seattle.
- Walsh Construction Co.: Prominent in the multifamily-residential sector, particularly in Tacoma and Seattle.
- Deacon Corp.: Active across multiple sectors, including multifamily-residential and healthcare.
- SKANSKA USA INC: Involved in key infrastructure projects such as the Lynnwood Link and large educational expansions.
- Clark Construction Group: Engaged in large industrial and convention center projects like the Washington State Convention Center.
4. Geographic Focus:
- Seattle is the primary hub for most of the large and extra-large projects, including major residential, educational, and healthcare constructions.
- Other cities with significant construction activity include Vancouver, Tacoma, and Puyallup.
5. Special Projects:
- The Washington State Convention Center Addition is one of the largest ongoing projects, indicating significant investment in infrastructure.
- The Microsoft Campus Modernization in Redmond reflects a focus on corporate infrastructure.
the key regions where the construction work is concentrated, as well as the type of projects happening in each region:
1. Seattle and Surrounding Areas (King County):
- Seattle is the busiest region for construction, especially in multifamily-residential projects. The city is seeing large residential developments like:
- Tacoma Plaza (The Rook) – Extra-large residential project.
- Seattle Union Gospel Mission and Yesler Terrace – Multifamily-residential housing developments.
- Rainier Square – A massive, extra-large mixed-use project.
- Washington State Convention Center Addition – One of the biggest infrastructure projects, categorized as extra-large.
- Redmond (home to Microsoft’s headquarters):
- Microsoft Campus Modernization – This is a key large corporate development.
- Multifamily-residential projects are also significant here, such as Covington Commons Bldg A Apartments.
- Bellevue:
- Active in both residential and commercial sectors. Large-scale projects such as Sagebrook In Bellevue and Four106 Office Tower showcase Bellevue’s focus on multifamily and corporate developments.
2. Vancouver and Southwest Washington (Clark County):
- Vancouver is another major construction area, with a focus on both residential and industrial developments:
- The Springs at The Waterfront is a large multifamily project.
- Waterfront Vancouver has ongoing large mixed-use and multifamily projects.
- Industrial projects like Craigstein Beverage in Vancouver and Tesla – Vancouver are boosting the region’s economic infrastructure.
3. Tacoma and Pierce County:
- Tacoma is active in multifamily-residential and healthcare projects, with notable projects like:
- Merrill Gardens at Wright Park and The Moraine – Large multifamily residential developments.
- Healthcare projects like the Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital are also noteworthy.
- Smaller projects in the surrounding cities, like Puyallup, include business park developments and retail centers such as Valley Avenue Business Park and Sunset Storage.
4. Spokane and Eastern Washington:
- Spokane is seeing a mix of healthcare, residential, and public infrastructure work:
- Large healthcare developments like The Catalyst Building and Morrison Hotel Improvements.
- Residential projects like MIRABEAU APARTMENTS show a strong presence of multifamily development.
- The city is also home to educational and government projects such as Spokane Valley Fire Department training facility and Downtown Library-Spokane.
5. Northwest Washington (Whatcom and Skagit Counties):
- In cities like Bellingham and Mount Vernon, construction activity includes:
- The Skagit Regional Health project and the University of Washington Bothell student housing development.
- Industrial developments like WestRock’s corrugated box plant in Longview and Clark College Advanced Manufacturing Center.
6. Olympia and Thurston County:
- The state capital Olympia has key government and infrastructure projects like the Thurston County Readiness Center and Newhouse Building.
- Multifamily-residential projects, such as Village Cooperative of South Sound, are also prominent in the area.
7. Yakima and Central Washington:
- Yakima is seeing moderate construction activity, particularly in bank and commercial projects like Baker Boyer Bank.
- There are also educational infrastructure projects happening across the region, such as Enumclaw High School Modernization.
8. Smaller Towns and Rural Areas:
- Smaller cities like Bonney Lake, Lakewood, and Pullman are seeing various commercial, industrial, and residential projects, including storage facilities, educational buildings, and mixed-use developments.
- Examples include the Bonney Lake Retail project and the SecureSpace SeaTac industrial development.
General Trends:
- Seattle, Tacoma, and Spokane are the major hubs for residential and healthcare projects.
- Redmond and Bellevue lead the way in corporate and high-tech developments.
- Vancouver and its surrounding areas show a strong mix of residential and industrial development.
This shows a diverse range of construction activity across urban, suburban, and rural areas of Washington, with most large-scale projects focused on the greater Seattle metropolitan area.
