McKnight Construction

Cooper River Center for Advanced Studies

The Cooper River Center for Advanced Studies was an exciting 83,822 square foot project providing state-of-the-art facilities for 9th-12th grade students pursuing careers in fields such as Building Construction, Health Science, and Mechatronics

Project Highlight

McKnight Construction successfully delivered the Cooper River Center for Advanced Studies, an 83,822-square-foot facility designed to offer advanced career and technical education to Savannah youth. The center accommodates 600 high school students with specialized classrooms for diverse programs, including Auto Collision, Mechatronics, Health Science, and Project Lead the Way courses.

Challenge

The Cooper River Center for Advanced Studies faced significant challenges due to global material shortages and price inflation during the pandemic, which threatened to delay the project timeline.

Solution

McKnight Construction navigated multiple supply chain hurdles through proactive management and close collaboration with vendors, ensuring the project remained on schedule and under budget despite the challenging market conditions.

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"“Their attention to quality and detail made the project successful as well as enjoyable. Their lines of communication and accountability created a cohesive partnership for us throughout the project from contract award to close.”"
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