Alten Construction begins installation of steel component on Burlingame Intermediate School
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BURLINGAME, Calif. - Californer -- Alten Construction (https://www.altenconstruction.com/), a full-service San Francisco Bay Area commercial construction company, recently began the installation of the structural steel component of the project after completing foundation work for Burlingame Intermediate School (https://bi-bsd-ca.schoolloop.com/)'s Student Recreation Center (SRC) and quad.

The scope of the 14,500-square-foot project includes a new gymnasium, offices, classrooms, solar installation, courtyard modernization and landscaping. The new gymnasium will feature folding glass partitions to allow accessibility and versatility of the space, and the courtyard will boast site furnishing and shade structures to allow for increased outdoor student activity. Efficient equipment and infrastructure for the building are also being included.

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"Our new, community-focused SRC will be inclusive of all students' interests and abilities," said Tim Ryan, facilities and bond coordinator for Burlingame School District. "The gathering spaces will inspire with natural light and ventilation and offer connection to the rest of the campus. We can't wait to share the finished project with the greater Burlingame community."

The $15.5 million project started in June 2021 and consists of two phases. Phase two started in October 2021 and is expected to wrap up in 2023. During the entire duration of the project, the campus has remained active.

Located at 1715 Quesada Way in Burlingame, the school currently enrolls over 1,100 students in grades sixth through eighth.

About Alten Construction

Founded by Bob and Shannon Alten in 1995, Alten Construction not only offers a full range of commercial construction services but is also a licensed builder, with its own shop, carpenters and construction laborers. Over the past 27 years, Alten Construction has grown from a small public works company and now serves public and private clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area with a personal touch. From schools and fire stations to historic buildings and tenant improvements, the company's team has extensive experience and completes superior and high-quality projects with leadership demonstrated at all stages of a project.

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Alten Construction is committed to green building practices, and the firm has LEED Accredited Professionals on staff. Dedicated to the community, Alten Construction partners with small, local businesses and develops construction professionals through its internship opportunities and in-house training. The commercial construction firm is also affiliated with the Construction Employers' Association, Bay Area Builders Exchange, Marin Builders Association and the North Coast Builders Exchange. For more information, visit www.AltenConstruction.com or call 510-234-4200.