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Carnegie Mellon University Baker Hall Classroom Addition
This project reflected a construction tightrope - a busy street along side of the worksite, classes and faculty offices on the other side, with the project nestled in between. The challenge was to create an addition below grade to a structure without a basement. Also, incorporating a historic, freestanding spiral staircase into the entrance design meant excavating by hand to ensure the staircase didn't crack or move during construction.

Beth Shalom Synagogue
Fire damage restoration included completely demolishing and rebuilding the community center and school with expanded resources, such as new chapels, more libraries and an additional schoolhouse floor. The front faced was also rebuilt to capture the look of the original synagogue. The project presented a special challenge: with a limited time frame, both phases were completed in time for the high holy days worship and and children returning to school as scheduled.

U.S. Army Reserve Training Center
The contractor used a unique "tilt-up" construction strategy to expedite the schedule and reduce construction costs. The three-building, state-of-the-art complex incorportated demanding technical requirements of the Corps of Engineers without compromising creative architectural design standards. Exterior masonry, glazing systems and standing seam metal roofing highlight the project, which was completed on time and under budget.

Washington & Jefferson College Howard J. Burnett Center
Four stories and 55,000 square feet of classrooms, specialized program areas and administrative offices incorporate state-of-the-art technology. But using stone from a New England quarry for the exterior meant challenges in coordinating various work schedules. Teamwork and constant communication among the contractors, project manager, superintendents and union construction professionals allowed this winter project to be completed on time and without disrupting college activities.

St. Bonaventure Church
Because the contractor provided a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), the owner was able to add items near the end of the project that were originally thought to be too expensive. Residential housing and an operating school facility flanked the worksite. Careful site planning and communication were essential so construction didn't interfere with the church or ongoing operation of the school.

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Upper St. Clair High School

Beth Shalom Synagogue

"The Upper St. Clair High School has become the educational symbol of our district and our mission. It is symbolic of the high regard we have for children with an academic, athletic and arts emphasis. The builders clearly understood our mission and made the high school a personal and lasting legacy."

Dr. William A. Pope
Superintendent of Schools
Upper St. Clair School District

"What value, what compassion, what understanding, what passion, what sensitivity! Thsi was truly aa difficult design-build project with pressure and time deadlines. These gentlemen were building while the congregation was still operating. Children, 140 alone in our preschool, were safe and cared for. It is with great pride that I recommend this building team for a job more than well done."

Amir Pilch, F.S.A.
Executive Director
Beth Shalom Synagogue