The U.S. Infrastructure Development Conference is a two-day forum for public-sector leaders planning, funding, and delivering critical infrastructure across transportation, water, energy, civic facilities, and more.
Through keynotes, panels, and technical sessions, attendees will explore how agencies are tackling funding gaps, navigating procurement complexities, mitigating risk, and accelerating project delivery. Learn how to determine whether a project should move forward, how it should be delivered, and how it can be funded. Presenters will share case studies and insights, and industry experts will guide you through delivery models matched to project complexity, risk, and control.
Sessions will address the full lifecycle of project development, from capital cost evaluation and procurement strategy to O&M planning and long-term value. Attendees will explore local and federal financing options, as well as alternative strategies for leveraging private capital to close gaps and accelerate timelines.
The conference is also a platform for meaningful connection. With a diverse mix of city, county, state, and industry participants, networking is built into the program to help attendees forge partnerships and collaborate on future projects.
Through a mix of delivery model deep-dives, sector-specific case studies, and finance and policy sessions, the agenda offers a working knowledge of today’s full delivery toolkit.
Attendees will leave with an understanding of how models like design-build, progressive design-build, P3s, and more are being applied and gain a decision-making framework to identify the right approach for their next project.
Whether evaluating a delivery strategy, structuring a project, or aligning funding sources, each session will offer actionable insights grounded in real-project examples.
Our program offers 25+ sessions that explore the tools, risks, and strategies behind project delivery. Attendees will gain firsthand insights from agency leaders, public owners, developers, AEC firms, investors, and legal advisors actively driving major projects across the nation.
Delivering public infrastructure that meets societal needs, withstands scrutiny, and delivers long-term value requires more than technical excellence—it demands strategic foresight, robust governance, and collaborative execution. This panel brings together...
A comparative primer on project delivery methods beyond design-bid-build. This session demystifies Design-Build, Construction Manager at Risk, and Public-Private Partnerships, examining when to use each approach. Panelists will discuss the...
This session addresses the people side of project development: how to earn public buy-in and political approval for major infrastructure, especially when new funding mechanisms or private involvement is proposed....
A dive into structuring successful P3 deals from start to finish. The panel will break down how long-term P3 agreements are structured (comparing concession vs. availability-payment models over 30+ year...
Placemaking is a collaborative, people-centered approach to urban planning and development that seeks to create vibrant, meaningful public spaces where communities can thrive. Rather than focusing solely on physical infrastructure,...
A look at Construction Manager-at-Risk and CM/GC delivery, highlighting recent projects. This session shows how CMAR brings a contractor on board during design to control costs and manage risk on...
An exploration of how cities and counties are using joint-development models to renew public facilities. This session features social infrastructure successes (courthouses, university buildings, hospitals) where risk transfer and private financing...
Tackling the question “how do we pay for it?” head-on, this session demystifies the funding stack behind modern infrastructure deals. Finance experts will explain how projects can combine diverse funding...
In this session, speakers involved in mid-sized and rural communities share how they’ve successfully structured projects despite fewer internal resources. Expect practical advice on capacity building, consultant selection, and working...
• Strategic Planning for Capital Infrastructure Programs
• Aligning Infrastructure Delivery with Local and Regional Policy Goals
• Pre-Project Feasibility: Assessing Scope, Scale, and Readiness
• Infrastructure Prioritization and Long-Term Asset Planning
• Building Internal Capacity for Alternative Delivery Methods
• Engaging Leadership and Boards in Infrastructure Investment Strategy
• Early Stakeholder Mapping: Utilities, Permitting Agencies, and Communities
• Using Project Bundling and District-Wide Delivery for Efficiency
• Choosing Between Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, CMAR, PDB, and P3
• Preparing RFQs and RFPs for Complex or Multi-Asset Projects
• Key Procurement Considerations for Mid-Sized Agencies
• Developing a Procurement Timeline for P3s and Progressive DB
• Evaluating Proposals: Best-Value vs. Low-Bid vs. Qualifications-Based Selection
• Leveraging Collaborative Procurement Methods for Faster Delivery
• Progressive Design-Build: Why California Agencies Are Adopting It
• Navigating Legal Constraints in Alternative Delivery Procurement
• Capital Stacking: Blending Grants, Bonds, Loans, and Private Investment
• Accessing Federal Programs: TIFIA, WIFIA, IRA, and IIJA Funding
• Using Availability Payments and User Fees to Support P3s
• Public Agency Role in Structuring Project Finance Terms
• Understanding Private Investor Perspectives on Risk and Return
• Lessons from Financial Close: Credit, Guarantees, and Closing Costs
• Evaluating Value for Money and Public Sector Comparators
• Unlocking Funding for Broadband, Water, and Civic Infrastructure
• Structuring Risk Transfer in DB, CMAR, and DBFOM Contracts
• Defining Roles and Responsibilities Across the Delivery Lifecycle
• Value-for-Money Analysis as a Governance Tool
• Managing Change Orders, Cost Escalation, and Disputes
• Legal Considerations in Long-Term Concession Agreements
• Ensuring Transparency and Accountability in Alternative Delivery Deals
• Managing Political Risk and Public Perception
• From Procurement to Closeout: Managing the Full Project Lifecycle
• Collaborative Project Delivery in Multi-Stakeholder Environments
• Managing Interfaces: Utilities, Right-of-Way, and Environmental Permitting
• Construction Risk Monitoring in CMAR and DB Projects
• Aligning Project Controls with Contractual Performance Metrics
• Workforce Readiness and Labor Agreements in Public Projects
• Operational Readiness and Handover in Long-Term
• Managing Construction Risk in Complex Infrastructure Projects
• Commissioning and Handover: Ensuring a Smooth Transition to Operations
• Long-Term Operations and Maintenance Considerations in P3 and DBFOM Projects
• Innovative Approaches to Project Controls, Design Management, and Contract Administration
• Designing Infrastructure for Long-Term Resilience and Climate Adaptation
• Integrating Sustainability Into Infrastructure Delivery: Beyond Compliance
• Smart Infrastructure: Leveraging Technology to Improve Project Delivery and Operations
• Innovative Construction Methods: Modular, Offsite, and 3D-Printed Infrastructure Components
• Insights from California Projects: LAX People Mover, Purple Line Extension, Long Beach Civic Center, Santa Barbara Desalination
• Small and Mid-Sized Cities Delivering Big: Local Infrastructure Success Stories
• Bundling for Scale: How Agencies Are Combining Projects for Efficiency
• Best Practices from Recent Alternative Delivery Procurements in California
Distinguished industry leaders will share ideas and insights for delivering projects.
Our sessions provide you with fresh perspectives and actionable insights to inform your project decision-making.
Peer-to-peer learning through real-life case studies and best practices to help owners maximize project success that meets the long term needs of its communities.
Hands-on sessions where attendees learn directly from their peers through collaborative and interactive sessions.
Informal gatherings to discuss and learn about a topic of mutual interest.
Public representatives from across the country come together at the conference to share their development visions and connect with future development partners.
Daily receptions and networking breaks bring you together with distinguished professionals from across the industry. Make connections that will help you set your sights on new horizons.
Featuring the latest technology and solutions, the exhibit hall provides valuable opportunities to explore new partnerships to further your agencies mission and conduct business with the exhibiting companies.
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