Raising Times Square: The Engineering Marvel of TSX Broadway

Engineering Influence from ACEC

In this episode of Engineering Influence, join us live from the American Council of Engineering Companies’ 2025 Annual Convention and Legislative Summit in Washington, D.C. We dive deep into the world of engineering innovations with Art Alzamora from Langan Engineering. Discover the intricacies behind the TSX Broadway project, a National Recognition Award-winning marvel that lifted the historic Palace Theater 30 feet above the ground amidst the bustling centre of Manhattan. Art shares about the hidden challenges under Times Square’s surface, where unexpected historical finds and architectural marvels converge.

Explore the collaborative spirit of engineering that transforms complex blueprints into reality, navigating financial and structural landscapes unseen by the public eye. Delve into the stories behind some of New York City’s most significant engineering projects, including work on the 9/11 Memorial and St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and learn how these feats are redefining urban landscapes.

Whether you’re a budding engineer or simply fascinated by the monumental tasks that shape our cities, this episode reveals the passion, precision, and persistence driving the engineering field forward.