COLUMBUS, Ind. — Ivy Tech Community College – Columbus officials hope to move into the new campus building in March, despite some material delays that have held up construction.
According to a progress report from lead contractor Pepper Construction, the project is about three weeks behind schedule.
“They’re (Pepper) super confident, and they’re working through creative solutions to get us back on track,” said Erica Speer, director of instructional sites, at a campus board of trustees meeting Tuesday.
The college plans to start moving into the new building, Moravec Hall, in March and then take permanent occupancy by the end of May, she said.
Chancellor Steven Combs clarified that the three-week delay is for construction and should not affect the move-in date.
“Being in the construction industry for this type of facility … a three-week-behind-schedule is actually extraordinary, especially with the material shortage,” said campus trustee Derek Kintner. Workforce shortages can also be a challenge, he said.
“Material delays are creating concerns and the need for creative solutions,” Pepper Construction wrote in its progress report. “This is an issue throughout the industry. Nearly all materials are affected.”
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