Weekly Project Updates

Weeky Project Updates

Planning, Design and Construction is pleased to share weekly project updates with the campus and community. While not a comprehensive list, the updates reflect our more substantial campus projects. Below are our most current updates and previous updates are available at the bottom of this page.

If you would like additional details or information regarding a project not listed below, please contact our office at 417-836-5101 or email us at DesignAndConstruction@Missouristate.edu. Thank you for your interest in projects at Missouri State University.

Update for week ending May 30, 2025

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Addition & Renovation, Blunt Hall

Laura Derrick, Project Manager

The punch list review for the link to the new addition and the auditorium is complete. Mechanical & electrical commissioning continues. The architectural punch list continues as mechanical systems are not completely operational. Exterior hardscaping and site accessories installation is nearly complete. The West Mall restoration has been delayed by the weather. Work on the auditorium’s audio-visual has commenced. The auditorium seating and instructor table installation is scheduled for mid-July. For the existing building renovation, mechanical and electrical work continues. Interior wall patching and painting have commenced. Exterior concrete patching and cleaning continues.

Addition & Renovation, Kemper Hall

Shanon Mitchell, Project Manager

The epoxy terrazzo floor installation continues. The exterior concrete panels have been cleaned. The contractor is working through some punch list items, and some of the work is on hold until the terrazzo floor work is complete.

Sidewalk Improvements, Springfield Campus

Laura Derrick, Project Manager

The Job Order Contractor will begin work the first week of June. The Campus Construction Team work is complete.

Replace Roof, Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts

Eric Easter, Project Manager

The new roof has been installed. All roofs have been coated. Punch list items have been repaired.  The project is complete pending final inspection.

Renovate Classrooms and Hallways, Greenwood Laboratory School

Chelsea Beck, Project Manager

Work in the hallways is nearly complete. Work continues on the current classroom renovation.

Third Floor Buildout, Jordan Valley Innovation Center

Shanon Mitchell, Project Manager

Plumbing work for the airlines and deionized water is in progress. The Electrician is wiring and installing conduit for lighting in the conference room. HVAC stainless ductwork installation is nearly complete, and the phoenix valves are being installed. Drywall tape and mud work continues.

Judith Enyeart Reynolds Complex

Michael Mardis, Project Manager

Weather delays are occurring. The elevator pit foundation walls have been poured, and water proofing has been installed. Excavation for new storm water and sewer lines continues. Underslab electrical and plumbing rough-in continues. Craig Hall asbestos abatement continues.

Phase II Renovation, Kampeter Health Sciences Hall

Eric Easter, Project Manager

The new sound booth’s location has been laid out and concrete has been cut. Wall layout continues along with electrical rough-in.  Mechanical rough-in continues. The old fire sprinkler system has been removed.   They have begun demolition on the 4th floor office spaces. The demolition has moved into the main hallway corridor. Trenches will be filled in this week. Drywall may begin next week.

Replace Skylights, Plaster Student Union

Eric Easter, Project Manager

Skylights have been ordered, and a delivery date is not yet established. The skylights will be installed after the roof is completed.  The existing roof has been removed, and the new roof has been installed. The gravel flood coat will be installed after the skylights are installed.

Clifton M. Smart III Advancement Center

Michael Mardis, Project Manager

Weather delays are occurring. Footing, stem wall formwork, and rebar installation continue throughout the building footprint. Underground chilled water piping installation continues. New sanitary sewer line work continues.  

Lighting Improvements, Plaster Stadium

Bethany Henry, Project Manager

Installation of the new wiring and infrastructure continues.

Renovate Chick-Fil-A, Plaster Student Union

Chelsea Beck, Project Manager

Wall and door framing continues. Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing rough-in continues.

Replace Roof and Tuckpointing, Sunvilla Tower

Eric Easter, Project Manager

The project has been awarded. A kick-off meeting will occur in early June. The Contractors are preparing to mobilize mid-summer.

Infrastructure Support for Broadcasting, Plaster Stadium

Bethany Henry, Project Manager

A construction fence has been erected in parking lot 4. Initial demolition for new underground conduits has begun in Parking lot 4. Demolition in the press box has begun.

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