10/22/2026
PCM Company joined Harriman Architects, Engineers + Planners at the Maine Municipal Association Conference, where Will Gatchell of Harriman and Kyla Magnusson of PCM presented on the consequences of “kicking the can” on construction projects.
They shared real cost data from a local public safety project that began design in 2016 before being put on hold for a decade. By 2026, its estimated construction cost had doubled, reflecting not only rising labor and material costs, but also changes in code compliance and design requirements.
Delaying construction can have lasting impacts on municipalities and the communities they serve. Understanding those costs today can help towns make informed decisions for the future.