Annual competition recognizes the best in design and construction in Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico based on criteria that includes safety, innovation and community benefit. 

A new Formula 1 paddock building and race track on the Strip and other busy roadways are rapidly taking shape as crews drive to the finish line.

For decades, commuters, holiday trippers and truck drivers have contended with a twisting eight-mile uphill stretch of Interstate 17, with ascents to 6.17% and seasonal temperatures regularly exceeding 100 degrees.

The project team worked through tough issues to complete the $70.7-million project in April 2022 on budget and on schedule for the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.

The University of Arizona's Applied Research Building is designed to house every aspect of satellite fabrication and testing under one roof.

Contractors leading the $400-million mixed-use project have had to overcome unusual challenges.

Manufacturing companies continue to choose sites in Arizona for new facilities.

When it comes to getting a leg up in the race to attract research grants and top scientific talent, universities task designers and builders with providing as much pow for the punch as possible on their new facilities.

ENR Southwest’s 2022 Best Projects competition drew 48 entries from across the three-state region of Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico.