Higher Education

East Harding Construction works with many colleges in Arkansas.  We are well versed in fast-track scheduling and the use of grant funding.  East Harding is a UA System Job Order Contractor (JOC) and the Construction Manager (CM) of record for Southeast Arkansas College (SEARK College).

 

We pride ourselves on completing quality, on schedule, on budget projects.

Hendrix College

Sturgis Athletics Center & Football Stadium
 
 
Hendrix College of Conway dedicated the new young-Wise Memorial Stadium and Plaza on November 9, 2013. After a 53-year absence from college football, the Hendrix Warriors began competing in the NCAA Division III Football Conference in 2013. The new stadium hosts men’s football, men and women’s lacrosse, men and women’s track and field, intramurals…even an ultimate Frisbee contest.
 

The Complex also includes the 18,000 sf Sports Performance Center that serves more than 300 student athletes with weight rooms, locker rooms and training facilities plus a new indoor tennis facility.

 
Also included in the project was the Altus Road extension and the relocation of the Physical Plant Warehouse/Staging Area.

Hendrix College

Sturgis Athletics Center & Football Stadium
 
 
Hendrix College of Conway dedicated the new young-Wise Memorial Stadium and Plaza on November 9, 2013. After a 53-year absence from college football, the Hendrix Warriors began competing in the NCAA Division III Football Conference in 2013. The new stadium hosts men’s football, men and women’s lacrosse, men and women’s track and field, intramurals…even an ultimate Frisbee contest.
 
 
The Complex also includes the 18,000 sf Sports Performance Center that serves more than 300 student athletes with weight rooms, locker rooms and training facilities plus a new indoor tennis facility.
 
 
Also included in the project was the Altus Road extension and the relocation of the Physical Plant Warehouse/Staging Area.

Lyon College

Edwards Commons Student Services Center
 
 
This competitively bid project is the 43,427 sf campus center that broke ground October, 2011, and completed in time for fall classes in August, 2012.
 
The two-story student center includes a 352-seat dining hall, kitchen, deck, “The Scot Shop,” a gaming center, health and wellness facilities, counseling offices, career development center, meeting space, student mailboxes, and a bistro.

Lyon College

Edwards Commons Student Services Center
 
 
This competitively bid project is the 43,427 sf campus center that broke ground October, 2011, and completed in time for fall classes in August, 2012.
 
The two-story student center includes a 352-seat dining hall, kitchen, deck, “The Scot Shop,” a gaming center, health and wellness facilities, counseling offices, career development center, meeting space, student mailboxes, and a bistro.

University of Arkansas

Kappa Alpha Alpha Omicron House
 
 
Completed 2016 on a fast-track schedule, the 17,185 sf, 4-story Fraternity House designed in the traditional Georgian style of surrounding Greek houses, includes 24 sleeping rooms, dining room, library, kitchen, living room, study, laundry and more. The basement features a chapter room, study room and storage.
 
The house’s structure and exterior are a hybrid of concrete, steel, wood and masonry. There is also a large brick paver patio at the rear of the house for outdoor gatherings.

University of Arkansas

Kappa Alpha Alpha Omicron House
 
 
Completed 2016 on a fast-track schedule, the 17,185 sf, 4-story Fraternity House designed in the traditional Georgian style of surrounding Greek houses, includes 24 sleeping rooms, dining room, library, kitchen, living room, study, laundry and more. The basement features a chapter room, study room and storage.
 
The house’s structure and exterior are a hybrid of concrete, steel, wood and masonry. There is also a large brick paver patio at the rear of the house for outdoor gatherings.

University of Arkansas-Fayetteville

Peabody Hall
 
 
University of Arkansas selected East Harding Construction for the renovation of the historic 1913 Peabody Hall. Project work included the restoration of the exterior of the building, including the removal of several layers of paint and new windows and doors that replicate the original appearance of the building.
 
The interior was renovated to provide modern academic and office space to accommodate needs of the College of Education and Health Professions including: six general purpose classrooms, a computer lab, a technology education lab, and a seminar room; 43 faculty offices and departmental administrative offices; and a café. The previously dirt-floored basement was converted to a lobby and loading/unloading area. Building systems, such as HVAC, AV/IT, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection were also updated to modern standards. A new elevator makes the building completely accessible. State-of-the-art teaching equipment was added and all mechanical/plumbing systems were replaced. To maintain the high ceilings, a chilled beam mechanical system was incorporated, reducing the need for in-ceiling duct work.
 
Key historic interior components, such as the original pine flooring and stamped metal ceiling tiles, were salvaged and reused in the building.

University of Arkansas-Fayetteville

Peabody Hall
 
 
University of Arkansas selected East Harding Construction for the renovation of the historic 1913 Peabody Hall. Project work included the restoration of the exterior of the building, including the removal of several layers of paint and new windows and doors that replicate the original appearance of the building.
 
The interior was renovated to provide modern academic and office space to accommodate needs of the College of Education and Health Professions including: six general purpose classrooms, a computer lab, a technology education lab, and a seminar room; 43 faculty offices and departmental administrative offices; and a café. The previously dirt-floored basement was converted to a lobby and loading/unloading area. Building systems, such as HVAC, AV/IT, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection were also updated to modern standards. A new elevator makes the building completely accessible. State-of-the-art teaching equipment was added and all mechanical/plumbing systems were replaced. To maintain the high ceilings, a chilled beam mechanical system was incorporated, reducing the need for in-ceiling duct work.
 
Key historic interior components, such as the original pine flooring and stamped metal ceiling tiles, were salvaged and reused in the building.

University of Arkansas-Fayetteville

Yocum Residential Hall-Phase I

 

 

In 2011, East Harding was selected as construction manager to renovate Yocum Hall. Due to the University’s growth in enrollment, Yocum Hall could not be vacated, even partially, during the traditional school year. So, East Harding was challenged to renovate Yocum Hall during the summer months only and over a period of up to five years.

 

Phase I, involving both residence halls, was completed on schedule and within budget during Summer 2012. Phase I Yocum Hall was the $2.8 million installation of new make-up fresh air units and upgrades to the mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) infrastructure for the 531 bed residence hall. The project included electrical upgrades, new fire sprinkler pump, new vertical “standpipe” risers in stairwells. Phase I readied the Hall for Phase II.

University of Arkansas-Fayetteville

Yocum Residential Hall-Phase I

 

 

In 2011, East Harding was selected as construction manager to renovate Yocum Hall. Due to the University’s growth in enrollment, Yocum Hall could not be vacated, even partially, during the traditional school year. So, East Harding was challenged to renovate Yocum Hall during the summer months only and over a period of up to five years.

 

Phase I, involving both residence halls, was completed on schedule and within budget during Summer 2012. Phase I Yocum Hall was the $2.8 million installation of new make-up fresh air units and upgrades to the mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) infrastructure for the 531 bed residence hall. The project included electrical upgrades, new fire sprinkler pump, new vertical “standpipe” risers in stairwells. Phase I readied the Hall for Phase II.

University of Arkansas-Fayetteville

Yocum Residential Hall-Phase II-V

 

Phase II, Summer 2013, was the installation of a new generator to serve both Humphreys and Yocum Halls and the renovation of restrooms on floors 2 – 10 for one-half of the building (18 restrooms total).

 

Phase III, Summer 2014, included primarily the renovation of the other 18 restrooms in the building.

 
Phase IV, Summer 2015, was the replacement of the original fan coil units (567 units) with energy efficient units; renovation of 9 resident advisor bathrooms; new carpet and paint in all corridors; and new exterior retaining wall and storm drains.

 
Phase V, Summer 2016, was the addition of a wet sprinkler system to every bedroom and public space in the building, plus a new fire alarm.

University of Arkansas-Fayetteville

Yocum Residential Hall-Phases II-IV
 
Phase II, Summer 2013, was the installation of a new generator to serve both Humphreys and Yocum Halls and the renovation of restrooms on floors 2 – 10 for one-half of the building (18 restrooms total).
 
Phase III, Summer 2014, included primarily the renovation of the other 18 restrooms in the building.
 
Phase IV, Summer 2015, was the replacement of the original fan coil units (567 units) with energy efficient units; renovation of 9 resident advisor bathrooms; new carpet and paint in all corridors; and new exterior retaining wall and storm drains.
 
Phase V, Summer 2016, was the addition of a wet sprinkler system to every bedroom and public space in the building, plus a new fire alarm.

University of Arkansas-Fayetteville

Sigma Alpha Epsilon House
 
 
The Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity house on Stadium Drive is a two-story Georgian brick structure constructed in 1958. The House will receive an almost $7 million renovation and expansion.
 
The project scope includes a full exterior restoration, keeping with the historical exterior details, new energy-saving windows, jambs, and trim; masonry repointing and sealing; soffit and cornice repair; repainting— as well as targeted interior work—asbestos abatement, flooring, new insulation, new paint, HVAC systems, restroom improvements, etc.
 
The addition will provide new communal, dining, and food service areas—ADA access, a new elevator, and additional bedrooms in the open attic space. EHC is able to participate in evaluating design options and cost before the project moves into construction.
 
The project is fast-track, fully commissioned and constructed to the minimum equivalent of LEED Silver.

University of Arkansas-Fayetteville

Sigma Alpha Epsilon House
 
 
The Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity house on Stadium Drive is a two-story Georgian brick structure constructed in 1958. The House will receive an almost $7 million renovation and expansion.
 
The project scope includes a full exterior restoration, keeping with the historical exterior details, new energy-saving windows, jambs, and trim; masonry repointing and sealing; soffit and cornice repair; repainting— as well as targeted interior work—asbestos abatement, flooring, new insulation, new paint, HVAC systems, restroom improvements, etc.
 
The addition will provide new communal, dining, and food service areas—ADA access, a new elevator, and additional bedrooms in the open attic space. EHC is able to participate in evaluating design options and cost before the project moves into construction.
 
The project is fast-track, fully commissioned and constructed to the minimum equivalent of LEED Silver.

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East Harding Construction
2230 Cottondale Lane
Suite 3

Little Rock, AR.  72202
501.661.1646

info@eastharding.com

  • About Us
  • Our Approach
  • Our People
  • Workforce Diversity-MWBE
  • Sustainability
  • Safety
  • Construction Management/General Contractor/Design Build
  • Renovations
  • Our Projects
  • Our Blog
  • Contact Us
  • Careers
  • COVID-19