MTA Selects STV to Lead Midtown Subway Upgrades
The firm will manage accessibility improvements at two major Midtown Manhattan subway stations.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Remote Work
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The MTA Construction and Development division has selected STV as the project management consultant for accessibility upgrades in Midtown Manhattan. This initiative focuses on enhancing the 42nd Street-Bryant Park and 5th Avenue stations.
Why it matters
This project supports the broader MTA effort to accelerate systemwide accessibility delivery while modernizing legacy station infrastructure. The collaboration aims to maintain strict control over both project schedules and budget targets.
The project includes the installation of 4 new ADA elevators and the construction of ADA-compliant restrooms at the 42nd Street-Bryant Park station. STV will coordinate the work while maintaining normal station operations throughout the process.
The players
MTA Construction and Development
This is a division of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority responsible for delivering capital projects throughout the New York City transit system.
STV
STV is a professional services firm that provides engineering, architectural, planning, and program management services for infrastructure projects.
The details
STV will manage the program from initial construction through commissioning, including the reconfiguration of stairs and ramps to establish accessible routes from platforms to the street level. The firm is tasked with performing early risk identification and coordinating across design-build and design-bid-build project packages.
Timeline
STV announced their selection as the project management consultant on October 21, 2026.
Market Landscape
This project is part of a larger trend in urban transit where legacy infrastructure is overhauled to meet modern regulatory standards. By leveraging external consultants like STV, the MTA aims to streamline complex multi-station upgrades within a dense metropolitan environment.
Commuters at the 42nd Street-Bryant Park and 5th Avenue stations should anticipate ongoing construction work as these accessibility features are installed. These improvements will ultimately provide necessary station access for all passengers once the project concludes.
The takeaway
Large-scale transit modernization projects often utilize specialized program management firms to mitigate risks associated with complex construction environments. Residents can follow MTA project updates to stay informed about potential transit disruptions during the upgrade period.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by American Journal of Transportation | AJOT | 1-800-599-6358.
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