Successful partnerships played a vital role in the development of St. Joseph High School. Initial stakeholder sessions with diverse user groups and the early implementation of Integrated Project Delivery are evidence of positive project outcomes through collaboration.
An innovative approach to this project was the adoption of Integrated Project Delivery, or IPD, through the formation of a poly-party contract and resultant project team consisting of trades, contractors, and consultants. Through this integrated and collaborative process, the team successfully mitigated numerous project risks including unsettled geotechnical conditions, the use of pre-cast concrete, and assessing the viability of future expansion. By addressing potential risks to the project early in the design, the IPD team was able to meet budget and schedule targets, while focusing on educational value for the owner and end user. As the first public funded IPD project in Alberta, St. Joseph’s High School is a testament to the capacity of IPD teams to successfully manage project challenges, propose innovative design solutions, and exceed client expectations.
