JH Kelly provides design/build and design/assist mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) construction services, maintenance, and service for elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana.
We are well-equipped to help overcome the unique challenges associated with building K-12 facilities by leveraging our extensive experience performing new construction, renovations, expansion, upgrades, service, and preventative maintenance in K-12 facilities around the region. Our portfolio includes numerous projects in both design/assist and design/build capacities, often as a Mechanical and Electrical Contractor / Construction Manager (MCCM/ECCM), and using a more traditional plan and spec approach. Our proactive approach integrates preconstruction expertise, collaborative design partnerships, and self-performance capability to deliver innovative, cost-effective, and high-quality solutions tailored to your unique educational environment.
Put JH Kelly's specialized capabilities to work for you
With a proven track record in complex, high-stakes environments, JH Kelly brings the expertise, collaboration, and innovation needed to deliver exceptional K-12 facilities and service . Contact us today to discuss how we can leverage our experience and capability to make your next K-12 project a success.
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Key Differentiators:
Preconstruction Expertise: Our team collaborates closely with school districts, architects, and stakeholders during preconstruction to address budget constraints, optimize designs, and provide accurate cost forecasting. With a deep understanding of tight, bond-controlled budgets, we identify cost-saving opportunities, maintain budget transparency, and ensure projects hit target values without compromising quality.
Cost and Labor Escalation Mitigation: By leveraging our dedicated Supply Chain team and strong industry relationships, we minimize exposure to cost and labor escalation. Through early procurement, strategic purchasing, and Off-Site Manufacturing (OSM), we reduce project risk and enhance budget and schedule certainty over the course of the project.
Collaborative Design Approach: As a trusted design/assist partner, we work hand-in-hand with design teams to create flexible, future-ready spaces that meet educational goals. This includes integrating safety, sustainability, and modern technology while addressing the unique needs of each school community.
Phased and Safe Construction: Leveraging our experience with operational facilities, we meticulously plan and sequence construction to minimize disruption to ongoing school activities, ensuring student and staff safety throughout the project.
Off-Site Manufacturing (OSM): To accelerate schedules and reduce on-site disruptions, we utilize our extensive OSM capabilities to move as much of the work off the site as possible, enhancing quality, safety, and efficiency, especially for projects with tight timelines bound by the academic calendar.
Sustainability and Equity: JH Kelly prioritizes energy-efficient, sustainable designs and works closely with stakeholders to ensure facilities reflect community values and support equitable access to resources.
Service & Preventative Maintenance: Our best in-class service techs are trained on a range of systems and are ready to respond at a moment's notice to support your facility. We are also able to help maximize system longevity with a robust preventative maintenance option.
