FOSTER CITY COMMUNITY CENTER REBUILD PROJECT
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT MONTHLY REPORT (CIP 301-678)
Report Period: June 1 - 30, 2026
General Contractor: BHM Construction LLC
Construction Manager: Griffin Structures
Architect of Record: Group 4 Architecture
Introduction
Construction in June marks the project's transition from finish construction into startup, testing, commissioning, and occupancy preparation. With most major interior finishes approaching completion within the Recreation Wing, the project team's primary focus shifted from traditional construction sequencing toward system startup, inspections, commissioning, furniture coordination, and owner turnover planning while remaining site improvements continued to progress toward Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (TCO).
During the month, work continued through the remaining site improvements, exterior envelope, interior finishes, landscaping, and building systems. Griffin Structures continued coordinating with BHM Construction, Group 4 Architecture, City staff, and regulatory agencies to advance remaining construction activities while monitoring schedule performance, inspection readiness, commissioning activities, contractor change order requests, and overall project closeout.
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 08/06/26
Completion Date
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Construction Activities Completed This Month
Construction activity during June focused on completing remaining architectural finishes, building systems, and exterior improvements while transitioning into startup and closeout activities. Interior work progressed with ongoing completion of ceiling systems, flooring, casework, millwork, wall protection, signage, restroom accessories, lighting, low-voltage systems, and remaining mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trim throughout both the Recreation and Events Wings.
First-floor work included continued ceiling installation, polished concrete discussions, casework installation, and wood floor installation. Second-floor work included wood grille ceilings, ceiling tile, MEP fixture installation, operable partition coordination, AV and low-voltage coordination, flooring preparation, casework, and continued finish work within the Events Center and adjacent spaces.
Exterior work continued with completion of ACM panels, UHPC panel installation, glazing, canopy framing, flashing, gutters, painting, and miscellaneous architectural metal work. Balcony waterproofing, pedestal pavers, guardrails, and wind screen installation also advanced during the month.
Site improvements remained active throughout June and included landscaping, irrigation, planting, site furnishings, decorative fencing, parking lot resurfacing, slurry seal, pavement striping, concrete flatwork, utility yard improvements, and completion of the Vibe parking lot improvements. BHM also completed work at the bocce courts following removal of the existing storm drain and installation of the replacement drainage system to address the previously identified water intrusion conditions.
Building systems transitioned into startup activities following permanent power installation in May.
HVAC startup, lighting controls programming, fire alarm programming, elevator coordination, audiovisual systems, telecommunications infrastructure, access control, and other building systems continued progressing toward testing and commissioning. Coordination also continued with City IT regarding network readiness, telecommunications rooms, programming, and integration of owner-furnished systems.
Schedule and Critical Path Status
BHM submitted Schedule Update No. 19 in June with data up to May 31, 2026. The contractor continues to forecast project completion on August 6, 2026, unchanged from the previous schedule update, representing a twenty-four-calendar-day variance from the original contract completion date.
BHM continues to attribute the schedule impacts to differing site conditions associated with the bocce court storm drain replacement work and additional work related to the revised polished concrete finish requirements.
BHM attributes the reported schedule movement to differing site conditions and issued change orders affecting activities. The current critical path runs through first-floor west and second floor east interior finishes, followed by MEP startup, fire alarm inspection, fire sprinkler inspection and testing, Fire Marshal sign-off, substantial completion, punch list, commissioning, training and demonstration, and project completion.
The two specific impacts identified in Schedule Update No. 19 are still RFI #421, related to water intrusion at the bocce court, and Change Order #126, related to polished concrete revisions. BHM states that the polished concrete revisions affect downstream startup and finish sequencing because the additional grinding work generates dust and must be completed before HVAC startup can proceed. BHM also states that this affects the wood flooring sequence because the flooring requires delivery, acclimation in a conditioned space, and installation before related finish activities can be completed.
During the month of June, wood flooring started on the second floor and is currently ongoing in Event Spaces.
While interior construction progressed substantially during the month, the project team continues to monitor the remaining exterior site improvements, life-safety inspections, commissioning, startup
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activities, and owner turnover efforts necessary to achieve Temporary Certificate of Occupancy and project completion.
Throughout June, Griffin Structures reviewed BHM's schedule performance against observed field progress and coordinated weekly schedule reviews to assess TCO readiness. The team focused on startup sequencing, commissioning, Fire Department inspections, elevator certification, generator startup, punch list coordination, furniture installation, and City move-in planning to support staff occupancy before the building's grand opening.
Griffin Structures is anticipating BHM Schedule Update No. 20 through June 2026 and has scheduled a meeting with City project management team and the contractor in early July to review remaining activities and the pending schedule update.
Inspection & Quality Control
Building Department inspection activity during June supported the project's continued transition into startup, commissioning, and occupancy preparation. Inspections included above-ceiling electrical close-in inspections at the Event Wing wood grille ceilings, accessibility verification of exterior flatwork, AV and data rack torque testing, deferred inspection of the Viva railing welding, generator fuel system pressure testing, and reinforcing steel and anchor bolt inspections for the bocce court shade structures as work progressed toward completion. Inspection activity continued to support remaining close-in work, deferred submittals, site improvements, and preparation for final Building and Fire inspections.
Generator startup coordination became an important quality control item during the month after concerns were raised regarding the generator fuel system testing sequence. Griffin Structures directed BHM Construction to drain the diesel fuel from the generator and perform the required fuel system pressure test in accordance with the contract specifications prior to refueling and startup.
Special inspection activity by Apex Testing Laboratories continued in support of remaining structural and site improvements. Apex inspections included torque testing of AV and data rack anchorage, reinforcing steel and anchor bolt inspections for the bocce court shade structures, and observation of glass canopy brackets. These inspections supported continued progress toward completion of the remaining site improvements, deferred submittal work, and final inspection readiness.
Coordination with the San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department remained a key focus as the project advanced toward life-safety testing, generator startup, fire alarm testing, fire sprinkler acceptance testing, Fire Marshal sign-off, and Temporary Certificate of Occupancy. Architect and Engineer observation reports continued to be issued throughout the month, and Griffin Structures continued coordinating with Group 4 Architecture and BHM Construction to track and resolve outstanding observation items in preparation for final inspections, occupancy, and project closeout.
Construction Activities Planned Next Month
Planned July work includes completion of interior finishes, resolution of polished concrete detailing, MEP trim, exterior panel completion, glazed canopy work, remaining site improvements, startup and commissioning of building systems, final inspections, punch list activities, owner training, furniture installation, and staff soft occupancy preparation.
Interior work is expected to include completion of remaining flooring, architectural finishes, signage, accessories, final cleaning, audiovisual systems, access control, telecommunications systems, and resolution of punch list items identified at the end of the month.
Exterior and site work will include completion of landscaping, irrigation, site furnishings, decorative fencing, canopy installation, remaining architectural metal work, bocce court canopy construction, and miscellaneous site improvements required to support final occupancy.
July coordination will focus heavily on full equipment startup and commissioning. Key activities include
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HVAC testing and balancing, building system programming, lighting controls testing, telecom room turnover, IP programming, telecom testing, audio-visual programming, access control and surveillance programming, and integration of building systems, fire alarm and fire sprinkler testing, state elevator inspection, generator start-up, commissioning, owner training, and final life-safety inspection milestones in preparation for Temporary Certificate of Occupancy and city staff move-in.
Key Challenges
The primary project challenge continues to be successful coordination of the remaining closeout activities required to support Temporary Certificate of Occupancy. While most of the building construction is nearing completion, the remaining work consists primarily of highly interdependent startup, commissioning, inspection, and turnover activities that require close coordination among multiple contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and City staff.
Polished concrete remains a key sequencing item because BHM has tied the additional polishing and grinding work to HVAC startup and flooring impacts. Completing this work is necessary to establish proper interior conditions for flooring, startup, and final finish activities. Most grinding and polishing work has been completed; however, the finish detailing does not yet meet the level typically expected by Griffin Structures and City staff for this type of floor. BHM has engaged outside consultants and contractors to review the conditions and recommend corrective measures to move forward and complete this scope of work. Griffin Structures will continue monitoring and working to resolve the issue while allowing finish work and other critical path activities to proceed.
Remaining exterior improvements, landscaping, bocce court construction, and miscellaneous site work continue to represent the primary construction activities on the project. Griffin Structures will continue monitoring these activities to minimize impacts on the contractor's projected completion date.
Commissioning and life-safety approvals also remain significant project milestones. Successful completion of fire alarm testing, fire sprinkler acceptance testing, elevator certification, generator approval, and Building and Fire Department inspections will be essential to achieving Temporary Certificate of Occupancy and supporting the City's planned move-in activities.
Contract and Contingency Financial Overview
Original Contract Amount $44,626,000.00
Contingency (10%) $4,462,600.00
Approved Contract Change Orders* $1,328,887.00
Total Adjusted Contract Amount* $45,954,887.00
Contingency Remaining* $3,133,713.00
Contingency % Remaining* 70.2%
Total Completed and Stored to Date $43,331,905.01
% of Contracts Billed to Date 94.51%
*Accounts for approved CORs under upcoming CCO #16.
Contract Change Order Updates
Contract Change Order No. 15 was issued for execution by all parties in June 2026 and has been incorporated into the approved contract change order total.
Draft CCO #16 is currently being prepared and includes seven COR items totaling $104,439.00, with
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zero calendar days requested.
The Draft CCO #16 package includes the following items:
• COR #62.1 - AV System Changes in Fitness Room - $8,252 • This COR includes audiovisual system upgrades in Fitness Rooms 208A and 208B incorporated through Bulletin 11. The work includes revisions to the AV system equipment, controls, and associated electrical infrastructure necessary to implement the updated fitness room audiovisual configuration requested by city staff. • COR #75.4 - RFI 106.1 Architectural Curving Soffit Mockup - $22,643 • This COR includes modifications, detailing, fabrication, and installation of the architectural curving soffit at the barrel roofs. Through RFI 106 series, the contractor developed a constructible sheet metal detail, which was reviewed and accepted by Group 4 as meeting the design intent. The change reconciles the original bid scope with the revised constructible detail and incorporates the net cost associated with fabricating and installing the approved soffit configuration. • COR #91.2 - AV System Discontinued Equipment - $31,554 • This COR includes replacement of specified audiovisual equipment that became discontinued and unavailable after bid. Following RFI 341 and subsequent design team review, the discontinued Crestron components were substituted with current manufacturer equipment, including associated engineering, programming, shop drawing revisions, and commissioning required to maintain the intended AV system functionality and compatibility.
• COR #111.1 - Concrete at Exposed Column Block Outs - $9,555 • This COR reconciles the previous City-directed T&M directive for removal of temporary foam block outs at exposed structural columns and replacement with concrete infill to provide a consistent architectural finish adjacent to surrounding concrete surfaces. • COR #144 - Added Condensate Pipe on Roof - $9,698
• This COR includes additional rooftop condensate piping required following RFI 423, which clarified condensate piping and routing for the DOAS and AHU units that were not indicated in the original contract documents.
• COR #148 - Added Corner Guards - $2,686
• This COR includes the furnishing and installation of corner guards required by the conformed specifications but omitted from the original bid documents, pre-bid RFls, and addenda.
• COR #149 - Stair 1 Flashing Modifications - $20,051
• This COR addresses revised Stair 1 flashing details resulting from the approved shop drawings and RFI 239. The revisions resolved constructability conflicts in the original design, improved fabrication around the stair stringer adjacent to the full-height wall, reduced the number of exposed seams at guardrail posts, and provided a cleaner architectural appearance while maintaining the design intent.
Financial and Project Risk Status
Change order activity remains generally consistent with the current phase of construction, including field coordination, remaining finish work, 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 project closeout.
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FOSTER CITY COMMUNITY CENTER REBUILD PROJECT
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT MONTHLY REPORT (CIP 301-678)
As the project enters close out, Griffin Structures will continue focusing on final reconciliation of pending T&M directives, unresolved change order requests, and contract closeout documentation to minimize contingency impacts prior to Final Completion.
Summary
Construction during June represented a significant transition from active building construction into occupancy preparation and project closeout. Interior construction progressed substantially throughout while building systems advanced towards startup, testing, and commissioning in preparation for the project's final inspections and testing.
BHM continues to forecast project completion on August 6, 2026. Griffin Structures will continue monitoring schedule performance, coordinating remaining inspections, startup activities, commissioning, and closeout requirements while working with the City, Group 4 Architecture, and BHM Construction to support the city as we approach occupancy of the building.
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.
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Lobby Polished Concrete Lobby Reception Desk
Interior Room Finishes Senior Lounge Finishes
Fitness Room Wood Level 2 Activity Room Wood
Flooring, Ceilings, and Lights Flooring, Ceilings, and Lights Exterior Baffle Ceilings and Walkway Event Space Glass Wind Screen Bok Modern Fence Foundation Pour Glass Canopy Framing and Entrance Canopy Steel and Main Entrance Pour Designer Parking Lot Striping Trash Enclosure Steel
Framing and Roof Support Event Space Light Fixtures
Trash Enclosure Entrance and Paving Vibe Parking Lot Resurfacing PG&E Temporary Generator
Vibe Parking Lot Resurfacing Decommission and Removal