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Aerial view of Veterans Memorial Stadium and the new press box in McAllen, TX, built by E-CON Group
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K-12 · Completed May 2024

McAllen ISD Veterans Memorial Stadium: New Press Box

A multi-purpose press box with observation decks, media facilities, and restrooms, delivered as CMAR on an active school campus.

Owner
McAllen ISD
Contract amount
$4,100,000
Delivery method
Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR)
Architect
PBK Architects
Location
McAllen, TX
Completed
May 2024

The project

McAllen ISD Press Box

E-CON Group served as Construction Manager at Risk to deliver a multi-purpose press box at McAllen ISD Veterans Memorial Stadium. The work required phased safety planning, close coordination with district operations, and integration of structural and MEP systems in elevated areas. The facility upgrades the stadium for athletic events, media coverage, and community gatherings.

Key features

  • Observation decks, scout rooms, restrooms, and broadcast/AV infrastructure.
  • Active-campus logistics with phased access controls and fall-protection planning.
  • Early constructability coordination to keep the schedule around athletic events.

Impact

What it does for the community.

Enhanced event experience

Improved sightlines, upgraded amenities, and professional-grade broadcast capability for district and community events.

Safety and schedule integrity

Work sequenced around school operations, controlled work windows, and precise quality checks in elevated areas.

Value through CMAR

Collaborative preconstruction reduced risk on long-lead materials and kept the Guaranteed Maximum Price aligned.

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