Current Highlights
Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation
LOCATION: Kansas City, Missouri
DESCRIPTION: The Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Headquarters Renovations consist of phased interior improvements to office, conference, collaboration, and support spaces within the Foundation’s occupied headquarters. Phases I and II included selective demolition, new framing and drywall, doors and hardware, custom millwork and cabinetry, glazing modifications, acoustical treatments, ceilings, flooring, painting, electrical upgrades, data infrastructure improvements, and associated mechanical modifications.
The renovations reconfigured and modernized workplace environments while allowing daily operations to continue throughout the facility. The project required careful phasing, coordination, and communication with Foundation staff to minimize disruption within the active headquarters. Following the completion of Phases I and II, Universal Construction was selected to continue the work with Phase III, which is currently in preconstruction.
COMPLETION: Phases I & II Complete | Phase III Anticipated January 2027
COST: $2,300,527 Phases I & II | $1,711,633 Estimated Phase III | $4,012,160 Total
Security Bank – Tiffany Square Branch
LOCATION: Kansas City, Missouri
DESCRIPTION: The Security Bank Tiffany Square Branch is a new ground-up construction project consisting of a full-service banking facility. The scope includes site excavation, concrete foundations, asphalt paving, and installation of site utilities. The building structure is composed of structural steel with exterior finishes including tile, glass and glazing systems, roofing, and sheet metal. Interior construction includes metal stud framing, drywall, paint, flooring, doors, frames, and hardware. Mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems are also included to support full building operations.
COMPLETION: December 2026
COST: $2,579,000
Leavenworth USD 453 – Culinary Arts Classroom
LOCATION: Leavenworth, Kansas
DESCRIPTION: The Leavenworth USD 453 Culinary Arts Classroom project consists of a renovation to an existing Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) classroom at Leavenworth High School. The scope includes demolition of select existing elements and installation of new casework, countertops, and instructional kitchen stations to support a modern culinary learning environment. Upgrades include new cabinetry with quartz countertops, multiple cooking stations with associated hoods, updated plumbing fixtures, and new finishes throughout. The layout is designed to improve functionality, accessibility, and student collaboration within the space while maintaining connections to the adjacent classroom.
COMPLETION: August 2026
COST: $500,000
Tonganoxie School District – Tonganoxie Elementary School HVAC Improvements
LOCATION: Tonganoxie, Kansas
DESCRIPTION: HVAC improvements are currently underway at Tonganoxie Elementary School to enhance system performance, energy efficiency, and overall comfort for students and staff. The project includes demolition of select existing components and installation of new HVAC equipment, ductwork, and controls throughout the facility. Additional work includes coordination with electrical systems, minor interior modifications, and restoration of affected finishes to accommodate the upgraded systems. Due to the occupied nature of the facility and the limited summer construction windows available within an active school environment, the project is being completed in phases over two summer seasons. The majority of the work will be completed during Summer 2026, with the remaining improvements scheduled for Summer 2027. This phased approach allows the District to continue normal school operations while implementing significant infrastructure upgrades designed to provide reliable, efficient climate control for years to come.
COMPLETION: August 2027
COST: $3,941,454
Theatre in the Park Dressing Room Renovations
LOCATION: Shawnee, Kansas
DESCRIPTION: Renovations to the Theatre in the Park dressing room facilities are currently underway to enhance privacy, safety, and overall functionality for performers. The project includes selective demolition of existing spaces and construction of updated dressing rooms, restrooms, and support areas. Improvements consist of reconfigured layouts to provide increased privacy, updated finishes, door and frame replacements, and modifications to lighting and ceiling systems.
These upgrades are being implemented to meet current privacy requirements and safety standards, while also improving the overall quality and usability of the facilities for performers and staff.
COMPLETION: September 2026
COST: $149,643
Park Hill School District – Facility Improvements
LOCATION: Kansas City, Missouri
DESCRIPTION: The Park Hill School District Facility Improvements Program includes renovations and system upgrades across multiple district facilities, including Congress Middle School, Gerner Early Education Center, and Hawthorn Elementary School. The project focuses on improving building performance, enhancing system reliability, and supporting a safe, comfortable learning environment for students and staff. Major improvements include HVAC system upgrades, electrical and plumbing improvements, and selective structural and interior renovations to accommodate new building systems. Work also consists of selective demolition, roof and building envelope improvements, updated interior finishes, and modifications to classrooms and support spaces. Additional upgrades include data and communication systems, acoustical improvements, and coordination of site utilities and infrastructure where required. Construction is being completed in phases across multiple occupied campuses, with careful coordination around the academic calendar to minimize disruption to daily school operations. Summer construction periods are being utilized for the most intensive work, while remaining improvements continue during the school year.These upgrades are designed to extend the life of existing facilities, improve energy efficiency, and enhance the overall functionality and learning environments across the district.
COMPLETION: August 2027
COST: $10,450,508
