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A message from the Hoffman Construction Superintendent:

  
We want to thank Washington State University and the Athletic department for the opportunity to build the New Press Box and Premium Seating at Martin Stadium. Washington State University has entrusted Hoffman Construction and our subcontractors with a very tight schedule, as well as the responsibility for the safety of the students and staff around the construction zone. So, in the spirit of cooperation, we need to share some basic information to those who will travel near the project boundaries.

  1. Project access is limited to only those workers who have gone through a full safety orientation. No access is allowed inside the fence to any staff or students during normal work hours.
  2. Hoffman construction has a field office in Smith Gym (3rd floor, south end). Any site visitors must go to the Hoffman office first.
  3. Fencing has been installed along the north side of Wilson Road to keep the construction activities separate from students and staff. We will be continuously receiving materials and will stage all of our trucks along the north side of Wilson Road. It is imperative that everyone use the south sidewalk and DO NOT walk down the middle of Wilson Road.
  4. Throughout construction, we ask that staff and students only use the sidewalk on the south side of Wilson Road, and only cross at the cross walk directly opposite the IT building entrance mid-block.
  5. In order to maintain our schedule, some extended work hours will be needed. If you see people working past 5:30, do not be alarmed. This is expected, and need not be reported to public safety.
  6. We will have trucks entering and exiting the 3 gates. For this reason, please use the south sidewalk of Wilson Road and do NOT walk in the middle of the street until you are west of all of the construction fencing. Eventually, cranes will be hoisting materials off these trucks and we cannot do so if there are pedestrians in the road on the north side of the street.
  7. From time to time, there will be a need to close Wilson Road while erecting or moving a crane into place. During these times, there will be even more restricted access on Wilson. At all times, please observe and respect the signage and barriers that are in place. In some cases, we will put spotters or flaggers in the road to help assist with traffic and pedestrians. These spotters are trained and certified to do their work. Please follow their instructions carefully.
  8. The general rule of thumb around heavy equipment and trucks: Make eye contact with the operator before your cross their paths. Unless they indicate that it is safe to cross, wait for them to proceed before you continue onward.
  9. Lastly, we would ask for everyone’s assistance with jobsite security. You are all extra sets of eyes to help prevent theft and vandalism to your new facility. If you see any theft or vandalism, please report it immediately. Hoffman is a member of the Construction Industry Crime Prevention Association (CICP). They offer a reward of up to $1000 if your report results in a capture or conviction. Their 24 hour Hotline is 1-800-328-3921.

We encourage all to boomark this page for continued updates for the New Martin Stadium Press Box and Premium Seating Project. This page will help keep students, faculty and staff informed of construction activities that may affect your daily activities.

Thanks for your patience and help. Go Cougs!


Construction Update:


Please be advised that between now and September, 2012, construction activity will continue to increase at the new Martin Stadium Press Box project. During this period, there will be intermittent traffic disruptions on Stadium Way between Wilson Road and Ferdinand's Lane, and on Wilson Road between Stadium Way and the CUB. These will include both single lane and full road closures.

The construction site for this project is very tight and public safety is our highest concern. During this time, all pedestrian traffic will be directed to use only the sidewalk on the south side of Wilson Road. To access the IT Building entrance on Wilson Road, use the new crosswalk from the sidewalk. Do not attempt to walk on the road itself as it will be reserved for vehicle traffic only. The road is ONLY open to those vehicles with disability permits, emergency and delivery & maintenance vehicles. Please respect and follow all traffic control signs and personnel.

Thank you for your help in making this project an exciting and safe success.

Contact: Brian Funke bfunke@wsu.edu


Week of 5/14/2012:

  • Erect brick scaffold around main lobby and begin brick installation.
  • Complete Siding on West elevation.
  • Complete Storefront window installation (including glass) on Club level 7.
  • Complete sheetrock and taping of electrical rooms and restrooms on Level 7.
  • Install windows on SW corner overlooking west entryway.
  • Complete installation of Stair 2.
  • Complete all remaining roofing.
  • Waterproof atrium in-fills on concourse level 5, insulate and pour.
  • Complete Bulk overhead rough in on concourse level, begin ceiling/soffit framing.
  • Continue Masonry walls in commissary.
  • Complete framing and sheathing of North face fascia and parapet.
  • Build working press platform level 9.
  • Complete all remaining spray applied fireproofing - all levels.
  • Continue rough in, framing and sheetrock on levels 7 and 8.
  • Install motors for Tepco Windows on Suite level 8.
  • Waterproof balcony 295 and 395.
  • Set 1st air handler on low roof.

Week of 5/21/2012:

  • Begin Elevator 3 and 4 installation.
  • Complete Masonry walls in commissary.
  • Begin Joist and deck installation over commissary.
  • Begin Electrical ceiling rough in on concourse level 5.
  • Continue wall rough in of club level 7.
  • Begin Waterproofing and Siding on south elevation.
  • Install Curtain wall on Suite level 8.
  • Begin Ceiling framing on Suite level 8.
  • Reinforce and pour working press platform on level 8.
  • Begin wall framing on Press level 9.
  • Set 2 remaining air handlers on low roof.

Week of 5/28/2012:

  • Begin waterproofing and metal panels on East elevation.
  • Install motors for Tepco operable windows on Press level 9.
  • Get 1st major cover inspection on West half of Club level 7, Sheetrock all remaining areas.
  • Continue Ceiling framing and Wall rough in on Suite level 8.
  • Complete overhead rough in of Press level 9.
Capital Planning and Development, 225 SE Idaho Street, Pullman WA 99164-3611, 509-335-5571, cpd@wsu.edu