SoCal Gas Mechanical Upgrades

The mechanical upgrades that were completed at this SoCal Gas facility consisted of improvements to 3 Central Plant buildings.  These upgrades to the various mechanical units ranged from replacement of many of the rooftop air handler units (AHU's), chiller units (Centrifugal Water Chillers to Direct Fired Absorption Chillers), cooling towers, DDC controls, and all associated piping and duct work that accompanied these projects.  I also had the pleasure of replacing the facilities battery backup system for a redundant backup system.
The greatest challenge was that the facility was in full operation while these improvements were all taking place.
Project Schedule (range):  3/23/2009 - 2/18/2011
Project Cost (multiple projects):  $6,939,265.00

Vista Community Clinic

Construction of the two-story, 11,947 SF medical clinic included 20 exam rooms, three nurse stations, medical records room, full pharmacy, two reception areas (1st & 2nd floor), several office and support areas and a break area with an exterior terrace. The buildings exterior consists of a stucco finish with a decorative stone veneer and cementitious tile roof. An electrical traction elevator service both floors.
The Vista Community Clinic was constructed to LEED Silver & OSHPD specifications.
On this project we faced numerous challenges causing some delays.  The major delays were not being able to get Permitted drawings from the City until 8/19/08 and per the original schedule we were to have these by 6/12/08.  The other major delay we encountered was Rain.  We had 2 weeks of Rain delays on this project during the framing and offsite improvement stages.  Fortunately we were able to make days up with weekend work, long hours and hit the Clinics anticipated Grand Opening in July.  The official Grand Opening to the public was on August 27th and was a complete success!
Project Schedule:  6/9/2008 - 7/8/2009
Final Construction Cost:  $3,770,248.00

Notable Comments:

“Erickson-Hall’s entire team did a fabulous job! They were committed, professional and knew how to problem solve.”
Barbara Mannino
CEO, Vista Community Clinic

New Hope Community Church

New Hope Community Church has a 5,712 SF auditorium with full stage sound and lighting system, and seating for approximately 890 individuals. The auditorium converts to two volleyball courts or one full basketball court. There is a 1,086 SF stage, church offices, a conference room and ten classrooms. Exterior elements include metal roofing, stucco and stone trim.
Project Schedule: 12/21/2007 - 11/2/2008
Final Construction Cost: $5,092,802.00

Notable Comments:

“I worked with six different builders. I’ll always go back to Erickson-Hall, your company did what they said they would do and backed it up with an open book policy. Your management team operated with high standards and treated us that way. You exceeded our expectations and earned our trust. You were good stewards of our money. We were blessed. Thank you, Erickson-Hall.”


David Digiambattista, Owners Representative
New Hope Community Church

“Your stability, experience, good reputation and Christian ownership brought great value to our project. We are extremely pleased with the quality of Workmanship on the building.”

Dr. Russ Cox, Senior Pastor
New Hope Community Church

Point Loma Nazarene University

New 8,500 SF two-story Theology Building for the School of Christian Ministry at Point Loma Nazarene University was constructed on an occupied campus where access was limited and the students’ safety was a paramount concern. The building has 12 pastoral offices, three new conference rooms and administrative area. The project consisted of the largest free-standing stained glass window in San Diego and is the new focal point of the campus.
Project Schedule: 4/12/2007 - 8/11/2008
Final Construction Cost: $3,930,788.00