From science labs and residence halls to athletic facilities and stadiums, you’ll get the full backing of our experienced higher education team. Taking lessons learned from across the nation and our local track record of building quality facilities in Tennessee, our team ensures your project stays on track, on budget and provides the most value for you and your community.
60
higher educatoin institutions served nationwide
$1.5B
in higher education projects nationwide the last 5 years
$807M
in higher education projects locally the last 10 years
As an important landmark for both the University community and the numerous sports enthusiasts who flock to the stadium each year, this long-term renovation project is a major undertaking set to transform the iconic football stadium.
We’ve been building in Tennessee for more than 75 years and with that comes vast experience and deep relationships throughout the state. We have multiple higher education projects underway and recently completed.
*Currently being constructed
The Tucker Stadium West renovation is a transformative upgrade to the west side of Tennessee Tech’s historic football stadium. This new facility will replace the existing grandstand with a modern, five-story structure designed to elevate the game-day experience and support TTU’s athletic programs.
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The new Chemistry Building will be a cornerstone of UT’s science corridor, delivering a cutting-edge environment for research and education.
The Founder Suites project redefines premium seating at Neyland Stadium, blending modern luxury with the stadium’s historic character. This initiative introduced eleven exclusive suites featuring custom finishes, premium materials, and innovative Nano wall systems that create a seamless indoor-outdoor experience.
The South Concourse Expansion at Neyland Stadium is a major upgrade designed to enhance fan experience and stadium functionality. This project expands the existing concourse to improve circulation, accessibility, and amenities while integrating modern infrastructure to support game-day operations.
The expansion includes structural modifications and network upgrades to accommodate increased capacity and advanced technology. A converged network design was implemented to seamlessly integrate with existing systems, ensuring reliable connectivity for stadium operations and fan engagement.
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The Agriculture & Natural Resources Building (ANRB) at the University of Tennessee is a cutting-edge facility designed to support the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA). Spanning 157,000 gross square feet over four stories, this building encompasses advanced labs, classrooms, and a 500-person auditorium, fostering research, education, and collaboration.
With more than $2.1 billion in higher education construction completed across the nation in the last five years, we are dedicated to delivering quality and value for you. We are respected as one of the most sought-after construction experts in the higher education market, and our experience in the industry covers virtually all facets of higher education.
Grand Rapids Community College
Originally built in 1976, the renovation transformed the former natatorium into the Ford Recreation Center, creating a modern destination for wellness, recreation and connection for Grand Rapids Community College students, faculty, staff and the community.
Wayne State University
Christman renovated this historic building, adding modern classrooms, lounges, and sustainable upgrades while preserving its 1948 character for future generations.
This new business school brings 3,500 students into Detroit’s business core with flexible classrooms, labs, event spaces, and a striking glass façade that glows as a beacon at night.
Eastern Michigan University
Eastern Michigan University’s largest project: a 176,000-SF renovation plus 86,000-SF science addition that modernized systems, classrooms, labs, and student spaces while keeping the building fully operational.
Being more accurate at the front of the design allows for more scope in the program. When others are returning savings at the end of the project, we make sure those funds are utilized at the beginning of design. Our more than 30 project planners help give you the most scope and maximize your budget.
Mechanical, electrical and plumbing are often a large portion of the project’s value. With a full team of in-house MEP estimators, we can conceptualize the MEP design in the schematic design phase of the documents to get a more accurate early estimate of the cost. No going back to your constituents for more funding or scaling back due to ballooning cost.
Our Virtual Design and Construction team brings vast experience as a leader in the planning and construction process on projects across all market sectors. With a combined 100 years of experience between team members, they’ll utilize the latest technology to expertly plan your project from beginning to end.
Our proficiency spans diverse commercial construction markets – from healthcare and K-12 to higher education and beyond. Take a look at our construction portfolio to experience firsthand our commitment and expertise.
Our award-winning safety program serves as both a reminder and a promise that safety is a constant state of mind for our project team. We lead the industry in providing the safest work environment possible for our clients and employees. Additionally, we hold our site employees to a higher standard than industry norm. Our safety program is proactive, in that we believe that all injuries can be avoided when we practice safe behaviors.
3
years in a row we've been awarded the ABC STEP Diamond Award
.86
Experience Modification Rate rating in Tennessee
10+
years recordable incident rate below national average
We pride ourselves on the partnership approach we establish on every project. We know that working collaboratively and creating a “one team” environment throughout the project with every member of the team – owner, designer, trade contractors and other stakeholders – consistently leads to highly successful project outcomes. For us, a one-team approach is not unique, it is the only way we execute projects. Our priority is to enable success for all team members and consistently inspire high performance and shared success. Our team works to ensure that every team member understands the shared goals and their role in achieving them.
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