Transportation &
Infrastructure
Keeping Critical Projects Moving
Transportation and infrastructure projects involve complex coordination, layered regulatory oversight, and significant capital investment. From highways and transit systems to logistics networks and public facilities, these projects require alignment across public entities, private stakeholders, and operational teams — often under intense scrutiny and tight timelines.
Carrington Coleman advises operators, developers, contractors, and public and private stakeholders across transactions, development, procurement, and disputes. We bring an integrated approach, drawing on experience across corporate, construction, litigation, regulatory, and public sector matters to address the full scope of issues that arise in infrastructure projects.
We understand the realities of working at the intersection of public and private interests — where funding structures, procurement requirements, and political considerations shape decision-making. Our guidance is practical, disciplined, and aligned with project execution, helping clients manage risk while maintaining momentum.
From planning through completion — and when disputes arise — we deliver steady counsel that supports progress, protects investment, and keeps projects moving forward.
Representative Matters
- Project development and structuring, including public-private partnerships and joint ventures
- Procurement, bidding, and contract award processes for public and private infrastructure projects
- Strategic advisory on procurement methodology, project delivery models (including design-build and alternative delivery structures), and contract approach
- Contract negotiation and drafting, including construction, design, and service agreements
- Counsel on construction contract negotiation and risk allocation across complex, multi-party projects
- Advisory on project planning and execution strategies aligned with operational and contractual objectives
- Regulatory compliance across federal, state, and local transportation and infrastructure requirements
- Coordination with public entities, agencies, and governmental bodies on project execution and compliance
- Claims management, including change orders, delay claims, and closeout-related issues arising during project execution
- Dispute resolution involving delays, cost overruns, scope changes, and performance issues
- Representation in arbitration, litigation, and internal project claims processes
- Coordination and management of outside experts, consultants, and technical advisors in complex matters
- Risk management and claims strategy for complex, multi-stakeholder projects
- Real estate, land use, and right-of-way matters related to infrastructure development
- Eminent domain and property-related disputes impacting public projects
- Employment and workforce matters on large-scale projects
- Insurance coverage analysis and recovery related to project risks and liabilities
- Operational advisory and outside general counsel support
How We’ve Helped Clients
- Advised public and private stakeholders on the development and execution of large-scale infrastructure and transportation projects
- Represented clients in procurement and contract negotiations for public works and infrastructure initiatives
- Counseled clients on structuring projects involving public funding and multi-party coordination across governmental and private entities
- Represented clients in disputes involving project delays, cost overruns, and contractual performance issues
- Advised governmental entities and contractors on regulatory compliance and operational challenges tied to infrastructure development
- Handled matters involving land use, right-of-way, and property-related issues impacting transportation and infrastructure projects
- Counseled clients on risk management and insurance coverage issues related to project exposure and operational risk
- Provided ongoing outside counsel support to infrastructure and transportation clients, helping leadership navigate day-to-day legal challenges while maintaining project timelines