This study delves into the forefront of innovation management in highway construction projects, employing a paradigm shift facilitated by big data technology. Recognizing construction technology as the cornerstone of highway engineering, the research emphasizes the need for targeted focus on key processes to elevate the technical prowess of construction. Utilizing big data technology, particularly in drawing and simulation, the study advocates for a transition from manual drawing to computer-generated engineering drawings, ushering in a new era of technological innovation management. The implementation of a construction period control system takes center stage in optimizing project timelines and economic outcomes. Through a database-driven approach, the system strategically manages construction periods by setting the standard completion time as the primary objective. This innovative application of big data in project management involves the scientific analysis and preparation of construction period network diagrams. Safety management in construction emerges as a critical aspect, emphasizing the importance of safety awareness among personnel. Leveraging network courses based on big data, the study proposes a systematic approach to enhancing safety awareness, thereby improving overall staff quality. Furthermore, big data's predictive capabilities are harnessed to establish a safety accident prediction system, allowing enterprises to anticipate incidents and formulate tailored emergency plans. The integration of full-time safety officers at construction sites, coupled with dynamic tracking through GPS systems, adds an additional layer of safety measures. A robust quality management system is deemed essential for guiding the smooth progress of construction projects. Rooted in big data, this system encompasses data collection, computer-based data arrangement and analysis, information review, and the formulation of control indices based on a comprehensive database. As the construction industry enters a new era of innovation, this study advocates for the widespread adoption of big data technology to revolutionize highway construction projects, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality in the modern construction landscape.

Highway Construction, Big Data, Innovation Management, Highway Engineering