Curbs, Sidewalks and Asphalt

Oct. 2024—Contractors worked on curbs and sidewalks around the building and then started pouring concrete and asphalt at the end of the month. The last of the drywall went in on the fourth floor. Ceiling installation, flooring and painting continued throughout the building, including the painting of doors and door frames. Plumbing fixtures and sinks were installed in the simulation labs.

Flooring Installed

Sept. 2024—The building has started its transition from production and rough-in work to finishes and detailing. Tile installation began on the fourth floor while flooring went in on the first three levels. Electricians continued to pull wires and install devices throughout the building.  Painting also progressed on the first three levels.

Plumbing, Tiles and More

Aug. 2024—Plumbing fixtures and tiles went into bathrooms on the first three levels, while rough-ins were completed on the fourth floor. Painting continued on the first two levels as well as door frame installation on the third and fourth floors. Other work included installing flooring and cabinetry in some rooms, pouring concrete for exterior stairs and planters, and installing the ceiling in the dental clinic.

Painting Begins

July 2024—Drywall installation was full steam ahead throughout the building this month. Contractors completed the interior framing on the first, second, and third floors. They also started painting on the second level, tiling the second and third-floor bathrooms, and installing door frames throughout the building. 

Curtain Wall and Wiring

June 2024—In late June, contractors worked on installing the nonstructural curtain wall on the south side of the building. They roughed in and pulled wire through the ceilings for electrical, fire alarm, security, and communications. Windows, roof, and ductwork are also still in progress.

Windows, Drywall and Power

June 2024—In early June, window and drywall installation continued. Contractors worked on completing permanent power to the building. Inspections were completed so that contractors could start working on the lower-level ceilings.

Wiring and Ductwork

May 2024—In late May, contractors worked on fire alarm wiring as well as electrical wiring ahead of drywall installation. They also progressed on first-floor window installation, overhead rough-ins on the top floor, and the corridor ductwork up to the room branches.

Window and Roof Installation Begins

May 2024—In early May, the mechanical, electrical and plumbing subcontractors worked on rough-ins for the first three levels. Window installation began on the north side of the building, while roof installation also got underway. The steel detailing around the building's billboard signage was complete.

Interior Framing Nearly Complete

April 2024—Despite several rainy days that held up roof dry in, contractors completed the building's masonry veneer—minus some minor detailing—as well as steel detailing and erection. They also reached 90% completion of interior framing and 80% completion for the air vapor barrier. Insulation installation took place on the lower levels in areas that remained dry.

Structural Concrete Complete

March 2024—Pouring concrete continued in March, with the last structural pour completed at the end of the month. Interior wall framing continued and is now close to 85% complete. Drywall installation is ongoing.

Building Gets a Roof

Jan. 2024—The month wrapped up with pouring the roof slab and the drywall starting to go in priority areas. More than half of the building also has completed concrete slabs, and progress was made on exterior framing and sheeting installation.

Beam Signing and Placement

Jan. 2024—The steel superstructure is nearly complete. To celebrate this milestone, the campus community was invited to add signatures to a significant support beam and then watch as it was placed in its forever home.

Slab Pour Milestone

Dec. 2023—A significant milestone was reached in mid-December, pouring nearly 500 yards of concrete slabs on deck and grade. Steel erection is ongoing, while mechanical, electrical and plumbing trades work on rough-ins.

Steel and Piping Progress

Nov. 2023—Contractors reached the building’s fourth floor with steel installation. High pressure piping was completed and insulated with backfill underway in the parking lot west of Communications.

Framework Going Up

Oct. 2023—Construction continued to move along on the Nursing and Health Sciences Center. Foundation and utility work was ongoing, while the building's frame started going up in late October.

Aggregate Piers and Site Demo

Sept. 2023—Aggregate pier installation continued and was completed mid-month. The billboard was also removed, which was the last item needed to complete site demo for the building pad.

Construction Begins with Excavation

Aug. 2023—The construction phase kicked off with excavation the first week of August. On Aug. 23, contractors began drilling and installing aggregate piers to reinforce the ground.

Groundbreaking

July 2023—STLCC broke ground on the Nursing and Health Sciences Center on Wednesday, July 19. College officials were joined by STLCC employees, building partners, community leaders and public members.

Entrance Vestibule

View from Pershall Road and 270

Student Lounge