Mark Keppel High School
Comprehensive facility solutions start with comprehensive programming and planning
When our client initiated the programming for Mark Keppel High School, BRJ recognized the potential for more defined and comprehensive programming. By collaborating closely with the high school faculty and staff, their needs were better defined. BRJ then helped the District program the scope for the school that fit within the program budget for a more comprehensive solution.
Description
Modernization and expansion of existing comprehensive high school. Modernization projects included the library, girl’s team room, auditorium and classroom. New projects included the parking lot, science/ classroom building, gymnasium, music/classroom building. Additional projects included new campus-wide infrastructure, site improvements, and miscellaneous improvements.
Challenges
Coordination of modernization and new construction within the confines of educational programs throughout the entire campus. Campus was constructed in 1938 with hazmat and as-built explorations. Managing the client expectation and general contractor to budget restraints.
BRJ’s project role
program, project, and construction managers
Project value
$62 million
Project completion date
June 2011
Construction type
new construction / modernization & restoration / interiors / site improvements
Partners
Planners: BRJ & Associates, LLC
Program manager: BRJ & Associates, LLC
Project manager: BRJ & Associates, LLC
Construction manager: BRJ & Associates, LLC
Architect: LHA & Associates, Inc., Mun Leu, Consulting Architect
Contractor: Various
Agency: Division of State Architect (DSA)