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| Skanska to construct hospital in Richmond, USA  Skanska has been awarded a contract to construct a new Children's Pavilion at Children's Hospital of Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU). The contract value is USD 80 M, about SEK 545 M, which will be included in order bookings for Skanska USA Building in the third quarter 2012.The new Children's Pavilion project will include the construction of an about 60,000 square meter building with exam rooms; a surgical area with operating and procedure rooms; areas for diagnostic testing, imaging and lab services; and faculty offices all dedicated to pediatrics. Included in the facility is an attached 600-space parking garage. Construction on the Children's Pavilion began in mid-September. Seeking LEED Silver certification, the project is slated for completion in August 2015. write your comments about the article :: © 2012 Construction News :: home page |