Charleston Digitel: Renovation and addition completed for Booz Allen Hamilton

Charleston, S.C. –  A team that included Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a regional full-service construction firm, Agracel, Inc., project developer, and McMillan Pazdan Smith, project architect, has completed a highly tactical renovation, including an addition, for global management consulting and technology firm Booz Allen Hamilton in Charleston.

The total project spanned 75,000 square feet and included a 34,500-square foot office addition, an 8,000-square foot connector, a 34,500-square foot renovation to the existing facility, and close to 450 parking spaces. The project became more complex when a non-construction related fire event occurred in an existing building at the project site in July 2016. This building was deemed a total loss, and Frampton Construction started on the rebuild as work continued on the expansion.

“We believe good design enriches lives and enhances communities. As a project that truly defines the word ‘collaboration’, this facility embodies good design. Not only does it reflect the sophistication of Booz Allen Hamilton as a company, but it was delivered ahead of schedule, all through the hard work of our team and Frampton Construction’s great leadership,” said Jill Rodgers, project architect with McMillan Pazdan Smith.

Frampton Construction, McMillan Pazdan Smith, and Agracel, Inc., partnered together to bring this renovation and addition to the Lowcountry. Work on the initial expansion began in February 2016 and was slated to be done in December.  Frampton Construction completed that by mid-September, three months ahead of schedule. The fire restoration was completed on January 17, 2017.

Kyle Edney, southeast region development director for Agracel, Inc., commented, “We are pleased to add Booz Allen Hamilton to our growing list of clients in the Southeast and to complete another successful project with Frampton Construction. The Frampton team handled the job in a most professional manner and delivered the job on time, as usual!”

McMillan Pazdan Smith is a regional, studio-based architecture, planning and interior design firm. For over 60 years, their mission has been to collaborate with clients in creating environments that combine function, form, constructability and cost effectiveness. With six offices in the Southeast and over three million SF of corporate office space designed, the firm is passionate about shaping where their communities live, work and play.

Agracel, Inc., is an industrial development firm headquartered in Effingham, Illinois, with offices in Spartanburg, South Carolina; Jackson, Mississippi; and Nashville, Tennessee.  The Agracel team provides development services to owners, managers, and investors of industrial and commercial facilities.  Development services include site selection, build-to-suit leaseback, build-to-suit turnkey, and acquisition leasebacks.  Over the past 30 years, Agracel has completed projects in 20 states totaling over 14 million square feet.  Agracel is a long-term investor who is interested in lasting partnerships with both the tenants and the communities in which they work. With expertise in economic development, leasing, engineering, construction management, marketing, financing, and facility management, the Agracel team stands ready to help a company or community prosper. For more information please visit www.agracel.com.

Frampton Construction is a regional full-service construction firm with financial strength and industry knowledge born of years of experience employing proven procedures. Frampton Construction offers planning and design support, preconstruction, construction services, and sustainability services. The dedicated team of professionals takes pride in building strong relationships with clients while providing the highest quality of service. They deliver executive leadership and personal oversight throughout the building process, while working diligently to exceed the expectations of every client. With offices in Charleston, S.C., and Charlotte, N.C., the company is positioned to manage projects in the Carolinas and beyond. For more information, please visit http://frampton.construction/ or call 843-572-2400.