NEW HANWELL K-8 SCHOOL PROCEEDING ON SCHEDULE By Cathy Carter
When complete, the new K-8 school in Hanwell, NB will be 11,000 square metres and will accommodate up to 650 students and feature 36 classrooms and more. Rendering provided by Murdock & Boyd Architects.
Located on a large 20-acre site, the school is outside the city limits of water and sewer and contains its own water wells along with six septic tanks and a disposal field. Seen here is the school in January 2021.
General contractor Marco Group Limited reports that
Although the pandemic prevented project stakeholders
construction is proceeding on schedule for the new K-8
from visiting the site as often as they would have preferred,
school in Hanwell, NB.
Marco’s progressive approach to technology ensured work
“Although building through a New Brunswick winter
could continue and be inspected without missing a beat.
always presents some challenges, we’re happy with the progress to date,” says Martin Gillen, project manager.
“We really embrace technology in this company. Between our enhanced construction management software,
When complete, the 11,000-square-metre building will
360-degree cameras, and mobile devices, we have been able
accommodate up to 650 students and feature 36 classrooms,
to inspect the work while both on and off site,” Gillen says.
an early childhood room, an outdoor learning area, two gyms, music rooms, a performing arts room, technology
Having previous experience with the architect, Michael
labs and science rooms, art rooms, and open project work
Colpitts from Murdock & Boyd, and having a strong site
areas for groups.
superintendent on the project has also made a difference.
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