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FlatironDragados is a major partner in the Bridging North America joint venture, building the Gordie Howe International Bridge via a P3 contract. This six-lane structure will meet Ontario and Michigan’s modern commerce and passenger travel demands. (Photo courtesy of Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority and the Gordie Howe International Bridge project)
Citing growth potential in major marketplaces, and significant civil infrastructure experience and geographical reach, Javier Sevilla, CEO of FlatironDragados, recently announced that Flatiron and Dragados North America have successfully completed the integration of the companies to form FlatironDragados.
Plans to for the integration had been announced by shareholding companies Dragados, S.A., and Hochtief in July of last year. Dragados owns 61.8 per cent of the integrated company, with Hochtief owning the other 38.2 per cent.
Sevilla is the new entity’s CEO, while Peter Davoren serves as chairman, a role he holds in addition to his role as chairman and CEO of Turner Construction Company.
And while new in name, the company is building on a significant history and a stront backlog. FlatironDragados, which has an established presence in 24 U.S. states and eight Canadian provinces, says it entered 2025 with a backlog of USD $18.5 billion. Combined revenues for 2023 were USD $6.1 billion.
“With the successful integration of FlatironDragados, we are set to redefine engineering and construction in North America, unifying the complementary strengths of two industry leaders to deliver outstanding outcomes for our clients, people and communities,” stated Juan Santamaría, chief executive officer of ACS Group (parent company of FlatironDragados) and Hochtief. “Through strengthened collaboration and an expanded geographic footprint, we are more equipped than ever to deliver complex, large-scale projects across the United States and Canada.”
“This integration marks an exciting new chapter for our employees and clients across North America. The combined expertise and resources of FlatironDragados creates opportunities for our people to grow and thrive and enhances our ability to deliver essential infrastructure projects. Together with our partners and clients, our work is vital to improving communities and driving economic growth,” added Davoren.
With the integration of the two companies, FlatironDragados says it has become the second largest civil engineering and construction company in North America, delivering essential roads and bridges, aviation, resiliency protection, dams and reservoirs, rail and transit, water and wastewater treatment facilities, broadband infrastructure, underground projects and marine works.