South Albany High School Cafeteria Rebuild

South Albany High School was the victim of arson, leading to a complete fire loss of their cafeteria, band, and choir rooms. Gerding was brought on board early as the CM/GC contractor to help define scope and work with insurance to obtain funds. This facility was a 36,500 sf 2-story concrete tilt-up exterior, with polished concrete floors, wood frame, and a steel mezzanine, which provided an additional 8,000 sf to the campus. The mechanical system was tied into existing campus hydronic loop. Security, sound system, stage lighting system, building controls/energy systems, commercial cafeteria equipment, and the building was sprinklered throughout. The new space included a district cafeteria kitchen, cafeteria/multi-purpose auditorium, classrooms, band and music rooms, and bathrooms. This project was awarded 2017 Outstanding Project of the Year from NWCB (NW Wall and Ceiling Bureau).