Project Update: October 21, 2024
About
We are excited to share the latest updates on our progress at the NC A&T campus. Significant strides have been made in recent months, bringing us closer to completing this project.
Details
Recent Accomplishments
1st-floor slab-on-grade for East and West buildings: Complete
1st-floor structural metal panels for East and West buildings: Complete
2nd-floor structural steel for East and West buildings: Complete
1st-floor masonry shear wall for East building and 2nd-floor masonry shear wall for West building: Complete
Expanded lay-down area with additional parking next to the site.
Basement waterproofing: 90% complete.
HVAC work has commenced in the corridors of the West building and is being stubbed into the bedrooms.
Work Completed
Erosion Control, Grading, Site Utilities, Paving, Curb & Gutter (Triangle Grading & Paving): 40% Complete
Concrete Foundations, Walls, and Slabs (Skyrock): 65% Complete
Masonry (Gates): 55% Complete
Plumbing (Pendergrass): 35% Complete
Electrical (All-Phase Power): 5% Complete
Mechanical (Associated Heating & Air): 5% CompleteUpcoming Tasks:
Prep and pour 2nd-floor slab-on-metal-decking for the East building.
Installation of permanent stairs for one of the three stair towers.
Installation of structural metal panels for the 2nd floor of East and West buildings.
Finalization of remaining steel installations for East and West buildings.
MPE trades to install rough-ins through corridors into bedrooms.
Challenges
Rain Delays: We’ve experienced four additional weather days beyond the 5-year NOAA average.
Active Campus Environment: Ensuring student safety and access to campus while managing construction activities.
Schedule Pressures: Our team is diligently seeking ways to expedite progress without compromising safety or quality. (Liquidated damages of $40,000 per day).
Soil Remediation Issues: Ongoing discoveries of unsuitable soils and old concrete basements around parking areas.
Site Constraints: Limited space for material laydown, parking, and equipment, necessitating careful coordination of deliveries.
Every construction project presents unique challenges, but with our skilled and dedicated team, we are confident in our ability to deliver a high-quality facility on time. Thank you to NC A&T and our trade partners for their continued support and collaboration as we move forward!