The most important factor driving the schedule for this proposed project is impact to the University's operations, which is why we decided to squeeze as many concurrent activities as possible into Summer, when we expect lower enrollment and reduced impact to University occupants.
In order to achieve this, extensive planning, review and approval has to take place prior to Summer, in the Spring. This is also the time that ordering of long lead items will take place, along with any approved site preparation and material staging to hit the ground running in Summer.
These major construction activities need to be wrapped up by Fall to accommodate students and faculty. But University approved intra-semester work will take place during this time as needed to get ahead of the schedule as much as possible.
In Summary, the project is broken out into 4 phases and each phase will span approximately 1 calendar year with a total duration of 4 years (2025-2028) for the entire 4 phase project.
Below is a snapshot of Phase I - IV activities, so that you can take a look at the schedule structure at a glance.
Primary focus of Phase I is Demolition of Facade and Roof at BLDG 9 South, along with construction of 3rd floor at this location, along with glazing and interior renovation. For BLDG 17, this would happen at existing levels 1 and 2.
Phase II emphasizes on BLDG 17 new floor and roof construction
Phase III emphasizes on BLDG 9 North facade demolition and EIFS skin installation
Phase IV focuses on construction of adjoining bridge structure, patio construction and finishing touches along with exterior improvements to wrap up the project.