FOSTER CITY COMMUNITY CENTER REBUILD PROJECT
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT MONTHLY REPORT (CIP 301-678)
GRIFFIN STRUCTURES
Report Period: April 1 – 30, 2026
General Contractor: BHM Construction LLC
Construction Manager: Griffin Structures
Architect of Record: Group 4 Architecture
Introduction
Construction in April marked the project’s continued transition from general construction into finish sequencing, systems integration, and turnover planning. The work is no longer driven by a single major activity, but by the coordinated advancement of interior finishes, exterior envelope completion, site improvements, permanent power, IT readiness, and building system startup.
The project is now in a sequencing and inspection driven phase. Progress is increasingly dependent on completing interrelated scopes in the correct order, including interior finishes, mechanical/electrical/plumbing (MEP) trim, telecom room readiness, permanent power activation, equipment startup, commissioning, elevator completion, and final life-safety inspection requirements.
The Construction Management team continues to monitor schedule performance, trade coordination, PG&E coordination, City IT requirements, open CORs, and remaining field and design clarifications to support completion.
FOSTER CITY COMMUNITY CENTER REBUILD PROJECT
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT MONTHLY REPORT (CIP 301-678)
GRIFFIN STRUCTURES
Contract Schedule Summary
NTP Issuance 11/04/24
Contract Duration 608 Calendar Days
Substantial Completion 06/17/26
Contract Final Completion 07/05/26
Approved Extension Days 0
Current Contractor-Projected
Completion Date
07/17/26
Construction Activities Completed This Month
Construction in April included continued interior buildout, exterior finish installation, low roof and PV work, and active site improvements. BHM’s April look-ahead schedules reflected ongoing work in the first- floor and second-floor interiors, including electrical wire pulling, data cabling, electrical room buildout, MEP trim, ceiling grid installation, casework, lockers, restroom tile, plumbing fixtures, restroom partitions and accessories, kitchen equipment, and finish painting.
Interior finish work advanced in multiple areas. First-floor work included polished concrete floor work, installation of T-bar and seismic ceiling systems, MEP ceiling fixtures, wall and ceiling trim, lighting and mechanical work at exposed ceilings, casework and lockers, precast stair and landing work, door and hardware installation, wood grille ceiling coordination, elevator-related work, smoke guard work, and continued restroom and kitchen and café buildout.
Second-floor work included electrical room buildout, operable partition coordination, painting, storefront work, T-bar and seismic ceiling systems, MEP fixture installation, wood grille ceilings, casework, flooring preparation, balcony roofing and paver coordination, and follow-on finish work.
Exterior work progressed with EIFS completion, UHPC panel installation, phenolic panel installation, ACM panel installation, exterior painting, canopy rough-in, and remaining envelope coordination. Low roof work included electrical disconnects and PV inverters, flashing coordination, mechanical systems, PV electrical systems, and MEP connections to rooftop equipment. High roof work included continued PV panel installation.
Sitework continued with soil amendments and topsoil, planting, booster pump coordination, site concrete layout and placement, site lighting and electrical work, irrigation valves and controllers, baserock tuning, flatwork, playground structure and surfacing, trash enclosure work, utility yard and patio fencing coordination, and bocce court preparation. Bocce court activities included fine grading, shade structure footing coordination, flatwork preparation, and ongoing coordination around the existing cathodic protection conduit.
Schedule and Critical Path Status
BHM submitted Schedule Update No. 17 in April with a March 31, 2026 data date. The schedule update reported a current project completion date of July 17, 2026. BHM’s narrative stated that the project completion date slipped from July 3, 2026 to July 17, 2026, a fourteen-calendar-day variance from the prior update, due to slower-than-planned progress on critical interior trim and finish activities.
The current critical path identified by BHM runs through interior framing and rough-in, first-floor west and second-floor east interior finishes, MEP startup, fire alarm inspection and testing, fire sprinkler inspection and testing, Fire Marshal sign-off, substantial completion, punch list, commissioning, training and demonstration, and project completion.
During schedule review, Griffin Structures requested additional clarification from BHM regarding the
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specific interior work driving the critical path, including whether the impacts were tied to the Events space, restroom tile, or other interior finish and buildout activities. The team also requested that BHM provide a more detailed energization and commissioning breakout schedule to clearly identify the sequence from permanent power through system startup, programming, testing, commissioning, and final inspection readiness.
Permanent power remains a key schedule driver. Schedule Update No. 17 showed PG&E power in mid- May; however, April coordination with PG&E reflected a more current planned energization sequence in early May. PG&E confirmed new utility box work on the project site, adjacent to the existing Shell Boulevard utility infrastructure, with night clearance windows planned for early May to perform the work and subsequent transformer energization. PG&E also confirmed that no customers are expected to be impacted during the planned work windows.
City IT room turnover was also identified as a schedule sensitive coordination item. BHM requested coordination with City IT and AEI to confirm expectations for IT room turnover, including when fiber needs to be landed and IPs programmed so BHM’s team has sufficient time to program and debug building systems before final testing and acceptance.
Inspection & Quality Control
Inspection and quality control activity in April continued to support interior close-in, finish installation, exterior envelope completion, site concrete, and MEP coordination. Work areas required phased inspections as trades advanced through ceiling, wall, restroom, kitchen, site, and exterior assemblies.
The project remains dependent on maintaining inspection readiness as areas transition from rough-in to finishes. Priority inspection related activities include MEP above-ceiling and wall close-in, fire sprinkler and fire alarm readiness, elevator completion, kitchen and café systems, restroom finishes, exterior envelope completion, site concrete, playground work, accessibility-related items, and final life-safety elements.
The team also flagged the need for ongoing coordination with San Mateo County Fire. A meeting was held with San Mateo County Fire to confirm the final fire requirements for Fire Marshal sign-off including, the sequencing of fire alarm and fire sprinkler testing, and the path toward occupancy-related approvals.
Construction Activities Planned Next Month
Interior work is expected to include continued ceiling tile and wood grille ceiling installation, MEP fixture installation, lighting, casework, doors and hardware, flooring, wall pads, signage, restroom accessories, kitchen equipment hook-up, elevator-related completion, operable partition coordination, and final finish work.
Exterior and site work is expected to include continued UHPC, phenolic, and ACM panel installation, exterior painting, canopy-related work, PV and low roof system completion, irrigation, planting, site furnishings, flatwork; playground surfacing, trash enclosure work, utility yard and patio fencing, and bocce court shade structure and flatwork coordination.
May coordination will also focus on permanent power, system startup, commissioning, and IT room turnover. BHM is expected to provide a more detailed breakout schedule identifying the work required after energization, including building system programming, debugging, fire alarm and fire sprinkler testing, elevator coordination, commissioning, and final life-safety inspection milestones.
The team will also coordinate with City IT and AEI regarding telecom room turnover, fiber installation, IP programming, and network-related system readiness. This coordination is important because building systems may require network connectivity and programming time before final testing and acceptance.
Coordination will also continue for the Vibe parking lot resurfacing and restriping scope. BHM has indicated this work is planned for June, and the City noted upcoming summer events at The Vibe
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beginning in early June. Griffin requested that BHM provide proposed dates, duration, closure needs, and any impacts to parking, City operations, or Shell Boulevard so the work can be coordinated with City staff.
Key Challenges
The primary schedule challenge is that the project has moved into a phase where many remaining activities are interdependent and must be completed in the correct sequence. BHM’s Schedule Update No. 17 reports a July 17, 2026 project completion date and attributes the slip from the prior update to slower-than-planned progress on critical interior trim and finish activities. At this stage, continued slippage could occur if interior finishes, MEP trim, inspections, startup, commissioning, and turnover activities do not advance in a coordinated sequence.
Permanent power activation remains one of the most important near-term milestones. PG&E identified required betterment work at the existing Shell Boulevard utility infrastructure, but by late April confirmed the box replacement schedule, planned night clearance windows, and transformer energization targeted for early May. The remaining risk is no longer only PG&E scheduling, but also BHM’s downstream readiness after energization, including system startup, programming, debugging, commissioning, elevator completion, and final life-safety inspection sequencing.
City IT coordination is also a key turnover item. The telecom room must be ready for City IT access, fiber landing, IP programming, and related system setup with sufficient time for BHM and its subcontractors to program, test, and debug building systems.
Final inspection and occupancy-related requirements also need to be closely coordinated. The project team has flagged the importance of confirming Fire Final requirements with San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department, as these requirements influence Temporary Certificate of Occupancy readiness and the required sequence of fire alarm, fire sprinkler, Fire Marshal, and related life-safety approvals.
The Vibe parking lot resurfacing and restriping scope requires advance coordination with City staff.
The work may affect parking and access during a period when The Vibe has summer programming beginning in early June. BHM has been asked to provide proposed dates, duration, closure requirements, and any public access or Shell Boulevard impacts before the work is scheduled.
Contract and Contingency Financial Overview
Original Contract Amount $44,626,000.00
Contingency (10%) $4,462,600.00
Approved Contract Change Orders* $1,082,727.00
Total Adjusted Contract Amount* $45,708,727.00
Contingency Remaining* $3,379,873.00
Contingency % Remaining* 75.7%
Total Completed and Stored to Date $38,082,134.14
% of Contracts Billed to Date 83.6%
*Accounts for approved CORs under upcoming CCO #14.
Contract Change Order Updates
Contract Change Order No. 13 was executed on April 22, 2026. CCO #13 includes nine COR items totaling $65,295.00, with zero calendar days added. The items generally reflect field coordination, design clarifications, site condition adjustments, minor finish and MEP revisions encountered during ongoing construction. The previous monthly report summarized CORs included within CCO No. 13.
FOSTER CITY COMMUNITY CENTER REBUILD PROJECT
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT MONTHLY REPORT (CIP 301-678)
GRIFFIN STRUCTURES
Draft CCO #14 is currently being prepared and includes thirteen COR items totaling $209,335.00, with zero calendar days requested. The package includes the following:
• COR #65.1 – Deflection Gap Sealing at Roof Decking – $20,747 ▪ Added sealing at roof decking deflection gaps associated with RFI 291. • COR #94.2 – Bocce Court Subgrade Prep – $20,848
▪ Additional bocce court subgrade preparation associated with RFI 353. • COR #101 – Precast Curb Modifications – $6,092
▪ Modifications to precast curb conditions associated with RFI 339. • COR #109.1 – Added Deck Support Plates – $21,675
▪ Added deck support plates associated with RFI 39.1.
• COR #116.1 – Temporary Timer for Amphitheater Lights – $1,955 ▪ City-requested temporary timer for amphitheater lights.
COR #117 – Removal of Storefront Drywall Adapters – $16,288 ▪ Removal of storefront drywall adapters associated with RFI 267. • COR #118 – Installation of Diffusers at the Event Spaces – $5,564 ▪ Installation of diffusers at Event Spaces associated with RFI 298. • COR #119 – Power to AM1 Light Fixture Revisions – $8,243 ▪ Power revisions for AM1 light fixtures associated with RFI 374. • COR #121.1 – Entry Canopy Downspouts – $24,030.00
▪ Revised downspout material and additional downspouts at events canopy. • COR #123.1 – Added Brake Metal at Head of Curtain Walls – $8,415 ▪ Added brake metal at curtain wall head conditions associated with RFI 382. • COR #124 – Added Soffits on 1st and 2nd Floors – $4,006 ▪ Added soffits at the first and second floors associated with RFI 361.1. • COR #126 – Polished Concrete Revisions – $59,976
▪ City-requested polished concrete revisions.
• COR #128.1 – Wall Paint Above Wood Grille Ceilings – $11,496 ▪ Wall paint above wood grille ceiling areas associated with RFI 410.
Financial and Project Risk Status
In addition to Draft CCO #14, the current active COR log includes open and pending COR items. These items include a mix of pending contractor proposals, approved T&M work, and items under City or design team review. Several items may be reduced, reconciled through T&M, or incorporated into future CCOs after entitlement, scope, and pricing reviews are completed.
Change order activity remains generally consistent with the current phase of construction, including field coordination, finish conditions, sitework, electrical and AV revisions, owner-requested adjustments, and design clarifications. While contingency remains in a strong position, continued review of pending CORs will be important as the project moves through final finishes, startup, commissioning, site completion, and closeout.
From a project risk standpoint, the primary non-financial risk remains the sequencing of startup, commissioning, life-safety inspections, and turnover activities following permanent power activation.
Summary
Construction during April continued the project’s transition into final finish sequencing, systems integration, and turnover planning. BHM’s latest schedule update reports a July 17, 2026 project completion date, with the reported variance tied to slower-than-planned progress on critical interior trim
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and finish activities.
PG&E coordination advanced in April, with permanent power activities planned for early May. Once permanent power is available, the project team’s focus will shift to BHM’s readiness for startup, programming, commissioning, elevator completion, life-safety inspections, and turnover sequencing.
Note: This report is a monthly update for the Foster City Community Center Rebuild Project, highlighting key construction activities, upcoming tasks, challenges, and budgetary considerations.
Lobby Wall Painting
Activity Room Wood Ceiling Grid
Exterior UHPC Mounting System
Glass Installed Main Corridor
Wood Slat Ceiling Grid and Wall Backing
Event Space Sheetrock
Utility Yard
Exterior Finish Mounting System
Event Space Wall Framing
Event Space Diffuser Installation
Mechanical Piping to Roof Equipment
Elevator Construction in Progress
Restroom Tile
Site Concrete Rebar
Wall Louvers Installed
Walkway Concrete
Restroom Wall Tile
Ceiling Grid and Paint