It is leading a joint venture with Gates Construction in building a new eight-storey patient block and renovating an existing facility. Skanska has 75% share of the contract, which is worth a total of US$144m.
The new patient tower will include a paediatric emergency department located on the second level. There will be a total of 128 beds in the new patient pavilion, with the capability to expand to 160. Other services located in the new children’s pavilion include paediatric surgical services, intensive care, oncology care, outpatient clinics and a pharmacy. The new pavilion will be designed to withstand a Category 5 hurricane.
“We are eager to get major construction under way,” said Dave Kistel, vice-president of facilities for client Lee Memorial Health System. “The demand for children’s services in our community continues to grow and our current facilities are often at capacity. Travelling to get care in hospitals in Miami or Tampa compounds the stress on these young patients and their families. The new hospital will expand our capabilities and keep children’s care close to home.”
The renovation of the main facility will enable greater efficiency for both the children and adult hospitals. Work includes the relocation of existing labs, consolidation of surgical services and the relocation and expansion of an MRI and paediatric sedation unit as well as access to the new children's pavilion.
Fred Hames, executive vice president and general manager for Skanska USA’s Florida projects, added: “We are very fortunate to be part of something so special for families in Southwest Florida. We know how important this project is and are committed to deliver world class talent and service to Lee Memorial Hospital.”
Construction of the new patient tower will begin in April 2014. Both the renovation and construction are slated for completion in April 2017.
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