Carpenter Hall Remodel

Pullman, Washington

Owner: Washington State University

Client Name: Bouten Construction Co.,

Engagement Scope

The Sutor Group was engaged by Bouten Construction Co. and three first tier subcontractors (including mechanical and electrical) and two second tier subcontractors to prepare a price proposal for equitable adjustment with respect to various changes that occurred on the project. Our claim quantification impacts totaled $2,551,020.

Project description

Remodel and fifth floor addition to Carpenter Hall at Washington State University. Remodel included new mechanical and electrical systems and utility tunnel.

Entitlement issues

Excessive changes in construction drawings, differing site conditions, errors in plans and specifications, and accelerated performance.

Type of impacts

Labor impacts resulting from disruption and changes in work sequence, changes in method and manner of performance, and weather impacts. Extended contract performance costs for field and home office overhead.