Hello Everyone,
Our construction update for the week of 3/15/2024 is below:
An overall site plan can be found on the last page of the update. This will help readers gain a better understanding of where on-site work is being performed.
During the week of March 11th, crews continue to focus on enclosing the building, installation of the roof system continued in Area B and at the gymnasium in Area C. Framing and sheathing of the exterior wall continued at the Area’s C & B. Crews continued framing interior walls on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th floors in Areas C and B. The plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and fire protection subcontractors continued installing piping, conduit, hangers, and ductwork in Area’s C and B, while installing underground drainage piping and electrical conduit in Area A. Installation of landings and railings components continued at Stair #4 in Area C. The concrete subcontractor poured more than 570 cubic yards of concrete this week, completing the slab on decks at the 4th and 3rd floors in Area A. Installation of rebar and formwork at the auditorium in Area A continued. The mason continued building the CMU block shaft for Elevator #3 in Area A. The site contractor continued excavating in Area A for underground conduit & piping and installing the infiltration system.
Looking ahead to the week of March 18th, crews from the mechanical trades will continue installing piping, conduit, hangers, and ductwork in Area C and Area B. Installation of Stair #4 in Area C will continue. Framing and sheathing of the exterior wall will continue at Area C and Area B. Framing of the interior walls on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th floor in Area C and Area B, hanging drywall at the tops of walls continues on the 2nd and 3rd floors in Area C. The concrete subcontractor will continue installing mesh & rebar for the remaining slabs in Area A, along with the auditorium stepped seating and stage with plans to pour concrete at these locations. Roofing installation will continue. Building the masonry elevator shaft will continue. The site contractor will continue excavating and backfilling trenches to support the plumbers and electricians installing their respective piping and conduit.
Trucks, equipment, and deliveries will be a continuous presence at both the north and south gate entrances.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. Please do not hesitate to contact the team with any questions, concerns, or issues. The project team can be reached at: cmsproject@norwoodma.gov
