phoenix, az

The Walter Cronkite School of Journalism/KAET Channel 8 Studio

BIM resolved trade coordination issues before construction began, helping meet an aggressive schedule.

Close up view of a BIM design

Value Delivered

UMEC provided mechanical solutions for this new six-story, 223,000-square-foot state-of-the-art education building. Our BIM capabilities helped resolve many trade coordination issues before construction, making the aggressive schedule workable. As an added challenge, our team faced strict noise requirements during the later phases of the project, as KAET's studios were active and operating. 

Client Objectives

Arizona State University (ASU) wanted to expand their Downtown Phoenix Campus with a facility equipped with the latest technology.

Solutions

Our team provided complete design-assist mechanical construction for the facility. Installations included:

  • HVAC systems
  • Sheet metal and ductwork
  • Piping
  • Plumbing

Client Background

The Cronkite School is one of ASU’s 24 independent schools, offering several undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in journalism and mass communication.