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University of Virginia Old Jordan Hall Renovation
University of Virginia Old Jordan Hall Renovation | Charlottesville, Virginia
Spanning two and a half years, the UVA Old Jordan Hall Renovation involved the complete overhaul and replacement of the 40-year-old mechanical and electrical systems while the seven-story medical research facility remained occupied and operational.
Major
Components
A few of the major project components included:
- 11 new Air Handling Units (AHUs) delivering 300,000 CFM Supply Air through a new SA distribution infrastructure
- New Steam System that delivers 60,000 pounds/hr steam through a new distribution system
- 10 new Lab Exhaust Fans that provide 370,000 CFM of exhaust, along with an Energy Recovery System
- New 2,000 KW Emergency Generator and new Emergency Electrical Distribution System
- New 430 GPM Reheat System including all pumps, heat exchanges, and distribution
All of the new equipment tied in to the University's campus-wide systems control infrastructure which allowed remote monitoring and control of all new systems. DPR worked with the team during preconstruction to devise temporary connections and bypasses in order to provide seamless environmental conditions to stakeholders.
The DPR team utilized 3D and 4D building information modeling (BIM) to plan project phasing and perform conflict analysis. BIM enabled the identification and resolution of five major conflicts before construction began. The team also devised a plan for structural improvements that did not impact research operations by performing the work from the shaft side of the beams and columns. This work led to the discovery of unknown asbestos fireproofing in the columns and lead paint that had to be mitigated. By utilizing BIM, the project team was able to complete the project under budget and ahead of schedule.
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