The construction of the new Colgate Elementary School was completed in two separate phases. Due to the small site, the first phase was the demolition of the existing school and grading of the site. The second phase was the construction of the new school which had many unique features including the building exterior which is a mixture of brick, metal siding, and terracotta plank. The school is located in an urban area in Dundalk and Oak prioritized communication with the community to coordinate construction activities with daily neighborhood traffic on the tight roads around the school property.
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Berkshire Elementary School
The new Berkshire Elementary School replacement building was constructed on an occupied site while the existing building remained operational. During the construction of the new building, it was imperative for deliveries and disruptive activities to be scheduled during off hours to ensure the school day for students and staff was not negatively impacted. Oak was diligent to collaborate with the school and BCPS to develop a specific construction schedule and logistics plan that worked around school activities and allowed for continued instruction for students .
Showell Elementary School
The new Showell Elementary School is a replacement building that was constructed on an occupied site while the existing building remained operational. The design and construction of the new school was done through a highly collaborative process with the Showell community, teachers and staff. The size of the new school accommodates students in grades Pre-K through 4th grade, where previously the 4th grade was located at the over-crowded middle school. Innovative design and construction was implemented through the installation of an overhead glass door at the stage to facilitate indoor and outdoor use.
Trinity Middle School
St. Ignatius Catholic Church
Harford Community College Chesapeake Welcome Center
The new 72,000 sf Chesapeake Welcome Center at Harford Community College officially opened early 2026. Centrally located near the entrance to campus, Oak provided General Contracting services to renovate and expand the welcome center to be the new “front door” to HCC. The facility houses student services offices, a large conference center, a 400-seat state-of-the-art theater, a 2,000 SF art gallery and café, a culinary kitchen and data center serving most of the campus.
Wheaton High School
The replacement Wheaton High School and Thomas Edison High School of Technology projects were part of a multi-phase campus construction on a shared site. Oak Contracting provided CM at Risk services from preconstruction through post-construction over the 6-year, 3-phase project. The campus remained fully occupied during the construction of the new buildings and site facilities. Oak and MCPS worked together to successfully execute a complicated phasing plan for the shared campus.
Thomas Edison High School of Technology
The replacement Wheaton High School and Thomas Edison High School of Technology projects were part of a multi-phase campus construction on a shared site. Oak Contracting provided CM at Risk services from preconstruction through post-construction over the 6-year, 3-phase project. The campus remained fully occupied during the construction of the new buildings and site facilities. Oak and MCPS worked together to successfully execute a complicated phasing plan for the shared campus.
Beach Elementary School
The new Beach Elementary School is a replacement building that was constructed on an occupied site while the existing building remained operational. The new building was built on the existing play field areas. Once the new school building was occupied, the existing building was demolished and a new staff parking lot, community play field, and bus loop were constructed. The project presented unique challenges which included a very narrow and constrained site which borders marshland connected to the Chesapeake Bay. It was also extremely important for Oak to ensure the site was safe for students and staff during construction and operation of the existing building.
Woodlin Elementary School
Completed in 2024, this unique building combines 100,000 sf for Woodlin Elementary School and 10,000 sf for the Woodlin Child Development Center. Collaborative learning & break-out areas, and thoughtfully designed outdoor play spaces are key features for the new school. Oak is proud to have been a part of bringing the vision for the new and inviting atmosphere of Woodlin Elementary School to life.