NewsWUSF (NPR Tampa Bay) — PoliticsAugust 17, 2026Hillsborough
Rays select AECOM Hunt and Turner to oversee Tampa stadium construction
The Tampa Bay Rays have selected construction firms AECOM Hunt and Turner to manage the building of their new stadium in Tampa. These firms will oversee the project's development and construction process.
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The selection of these firms marks a key step in the development of the new stadium project, which involves significant regional infrastructure investment and construction activity.
Key Facts
- The Tampa Bay Rays have chosen AECOM Hunt and Turner to oversee the construction of their new stadium.
- AECOM Hunt previously served as the builder for Tropicana Field.
- AECOM Hunt was responsible for the roof replacement at Tropicana Field following damage from Hurricane Milton.
Who's Mentioned
locationTropicana Field“Previous stadium built by AECOM Hunt.”otherHurricane Milton“Weather event that caused damage to the Tropicana Field roof.”personMatt Silverman“Rays co-president”locationHillsborough College“Site of the proposed stadium project”personKen Atwater“President of Hillsborough College”organizationTurner“Selected construction management firm for the new stadium.”organizationAECOM Hunt“Selected construction management firm”organizationTampa Bay Rays“Professional baseball team and project lead”organizationTurner Construction“Selected construction management firm”