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Unapproved Change Orders and Claims Against Clients (Narrative) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Jan. 02, 2026 | Jan. 03, 2025
Increases in Unapproved Change Orders and Claims [Line Items] |  |
Approved change orders | $ 146 | $ 0
Decrease in revenues recognized |  | $ 26
MTS |  |
Increases in Unapproved Change Orders and Claims [Line Items] |  |
Approved change orders | $ 128 |

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