CEC Austin has proudly received three prestigious awards for their exceptional contributions to the Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin Campus. As a vital member of the design team, CEC Austin played an integral role in bringing advanced pediatric and women’s care to the community.
A Game-Changer in Healthcare
The new Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin Campus stands as a beacon of cutting-edge healthcare, offering a comprehensive range of nationally ranked specialties to improve the well-being of children and women in the area. The hospital’s design focuses on innovation, creating an environment that prioritizes patient care while promoting a healing and welcoming atmosphere for families.
Despite the hurdles posed by the global pandemic and supply chain disruptions, the project was completed ahead of schedule. This achievement highlights the efficiency and dedication of the entire design and construction team, including CEC Austin, who played a pivotal role in overcoming these challenges.
Award-Winning Design: Recognizing Excellence
The innovative design of the Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin Campus has earned CEC Austin and their partners three prestigious awards:
- Lean Construction Institute’s National Design Award
- ULI Austin Impact Awards’ Best Project Design
- Construction Owner’s Association of America’s National Project Leadership Gold Award 2024
These accolades reflect the outstanding efforts made by the project team to deliver an exceptional hospital campus that will serve the Austin community for years to come.
CEC Austin’s Role in the Project
CEC Austin served as the civil engineer of record on the Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin Campus, providing expertise in key areas such as surveying, grading, drainage, utilities, site design, erosion control, water quality, and stormwater management.
Leading the project was Russ Tomer, Principal at CEC Austin, who led a team of eight. The design process began in 2020, during a time of uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but CEC Austin quickly adapted to the changing circumstances.
Overcoming Challenges with Collaboration, Innovation
One of the key strategies that contributed to the project’s success was the use of pull planning, a collaborative approach that helped streamline the design and construction phases. Pull planning involves working backward from the project’s final completion goal to create a comprehensive timeline, ensuring that all team members were aligned and accountable for their roles.
“Pull planning is a great way to ensure that everyone is on the same page and identifies project needs along the way,” said Russ. “It creates accountability and helps us stay focused on our goals, even when faced with challenges.”
With the onset of the pandemic, the project team quickly adapted to remote collaboration, utilizing Zoom for meetings and Mural for pull planning coordination between teams. This flexibility proved invaluable in maintaining momentum and fostering a cohesive team environment throughout the project.
A Lasting Impact on the Community
As Russ noted, “The ownership was very invested in the design, and the whole team was involved in the planning, including the general contractor.” The thoughtful design of the Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin Campus reflects the shared commitment to creating a lasting, positive impact on the community.
“It’s thoughtful design, inside and out, and it feels great to be part of such a positive impact on the community,” he aded.
The completion of the Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin Campus marks a significant milestone in Austin’s healthcare landscape, and CEC Austin’s involvement in this groundbreaking project is a testament to their expertise, teamwork, and dedication to delivering exceptional engineering solutions.
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