From K-12 to Higher Education, C.D. Smith has extensive experience building state-of-the-art educational facilities. We believe institutes are more than just classrooms. From the physical school buildings to the athletic complexes surrounding them, we develop a complete understanding of your campus and project goals.
With over 80 years of diverse education construction experience, we understand the constraints of spaces, complex schedules and limited budgets. Our team of experts adds value and minimizes risk for our clients by developing realistic budgets, limiting disruptions to school operations and creating safe construction zones.
Moraine Park Technical College Air Center: Impact Beyond College | Beneath the Hard Hat® Magazine Fall 2024
UW-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine Landmark Expansion | Beneath the Hard Hat® Magazine Fall 2024
Building the Future: C.D. Smith Week Inspires the Next Generation of Construction Professionals | 02.2025 BENEATH THE HARD HAT®
Building the Future with 2025 Grants for Skilled Trades and Construction Management | 02.12.2025 BENEATH THE HARD HAT®
The Future of Education: Building Schools That Shape Communities | Winter 2024 BENEATH THE HARD HAT®
Explore key insights and strategies for successful K-12 school construction projects that balance fiscal responsibility, modern design, and community engagement.
Kohler School District: Case Study in Modern Education Facility Project Management | Fall 2024 BENEATH THE HARD HAT®
Discover how C.D. Smith Construction's management of Kohler School District's $20M referendum project balances community needs with modern learning spaces and athletic upgrades.
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Tours Celebrate New Additions and Renovations at Bessie Allen Middle School and Horace Mann High School | Project Profile 08.21.2024
Modern Healthcare Education Renovations: Marian University School of Nursing & Construction Management | Spring 2024 BENEATH THE HARD HAT®
Renovations to Marian University School of Nursing Program spaces enhance healthcare education training experiences and help launch hands-on learning for Construction Management Program.
Building Wisconsin Construction Careers with Operation Fresh Start (OFS) and Bryan Hernandez | Beneath the Hard Hat® July 18, 2024
Building a Brighter Future: Pulaski Community School District Construction Projects | Beneath the Hard Hat® Spring 2024
Rosendale-Brandon School District Hosts Laconia Elementary Construction Groundbreaking | Beneath the Hard Hat® 05.28.2024
Building Careers: 2024 Skilled Trades + Construction Management Grant Winners | Beneath the Hard Hat® 05.28.2024
The School District of Howards Grove Hosts Groundbreaking at Middle-High School Construction Project | Beneath the Hard Hat® 05.21.2024
Building Futures: 2024 ACE Academy Apprentice Signing + Grant Support | Beneath the Hard Hat® 05.20.2024
Boys & Girls Club of the Tri-County Area Breaks Ground to Begin Construction at Future Ripon Site | Beneath the Hard Hat® 05.15.2024
UW-Madison College of Letters & Science Breaks Ground on Levy Hall Construction | Beneath the Hard Hat® 05.09.2024
Rosendale-Brandon School District Hosts Groundbreaking at Laconia Construction Project | Beneath the Hard Hat® 04.16.2024
Building Cardinal Stadium: New Sports Complex for Fond du Lac Schools | Beneath the Hard Hat® 04.03.2024
St. Matthew School Breaks Ground on Daycare Addition + Renovation Project | Beneath the Hard Hat® 03.25.2024
Pulaski Community School District Breaks Ground on Hillcrest Elementary Project | Beneath the Hard Hat® 03.20.2024
Moraine Park Technical College AIR Center Construction Project Ribbon-Cutting | Beneath the Hard Hat® 02.19.2024
Pulaski High School Groundbreaking Technical Education Addition Project | 02.29.2024 BENEATH THE HARD HAT®
Building Modern Schools and Education Support in Wisconsin Communities | 02.19.2024 BENEATH THE HARD HAT®
Building the Future with Grants for Skilled Trades and Construction Management | 02.14.2024 BENEATH THE HARD HAT®
Moraine Park Technical College AIR Center Construction Project Update | February 2024 | 02.01.2024 BENEATH THE HARD HAT®
Advanced Construction High School Student Receives Scholarship for Construction Management Pursuit | Washington County Insider 01.21.2024
Moraine Park Technical College AIR Center Construction Project Update | January 2024 | 01.19.2024 BENEATH THE HARD HAT®
Building for the Future: LEED® and WELL™ Certifications in Construction | 01.04.2023 BENEATH THE HARD HAT®
LEED® and WELL™ Certifications + Education Construction: Students and staff need educational facilities that support a culture and environment for learning. Schools that prioritize the well-being of their students and staff are not just creating better learning environments, they're also investing in the future. LEED and WELL certifications can contribute to improved academic performance, reduced absenteeism, and even lower teacher turnover rates. By providing students with access to natural light, clean air, and comfortable temperatures, these certifications can create a nurturing environment that fosters learning and growth. High-performance schools attract and retain top teachers, who are increasingly seeking workplaces that prioritize their health and well-being. A dedicated, passionate faculty leads to engaged students and a thriving school community.
Fond du Lac ACE Academy Ice Shanty : 2023-24 Construction Education Project | Beneath the Hard Hat® 12.18.2023
PRESS RELEASE: Ribbon Cutting for Marian University's New Nursing Space | 12.14.2023 BENEATH THE HARD HAT®
A ribbon cutting at the conclusion of Marian University's Nurse Pinning Ceremony celebrates the completed renovation of the new state-of-the-art Nursing space.
University of Wisconsin-Madison Opens Veterinary Medicine Expansion | Tradeline 11.20.2023
School of Veterinary Medicine expansion celebrated | University of Wisconsin-Madison News news.wisc.edu 11.14.2023
Whether you are looking for a construction manager, general contractor or design-build partner, our goal is to ensure your project is completed on schedule, within budget and with the utmost concern for safety. We help school boards, committees and other stakeholders ensure every detail is met: from navigating the complexities of school construction financing to making decisions that impact the building’s lifecycle, to defining – and meeting – a schedule that prioritizes student safety.
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