Echo Pacific Construction Completes Modernization of Sundance Elementary School for the Poway Unified School District

SAN DIEGO, Nov 13, 2009 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Echo Pacific Construction, Inc. is pleased to announce the completion of the Poway Unified School District Sundance Elementary School Modernization. Friday, November 13, 2009 Poway Unified along with the architect, NTD Architecture, Sundance staff and students, and the Echo Pacific Construction team all joined to rededicate the fully modernized and operational Sundance Elementary School.

Echo Pacific Construction, Inc., one of San Diego's premiere construction companies, has demonstrated its expertise and commitment by completing this fast track project within a 5 month schedule. Modernization included all new HVAC, ductwork, and lighting. New fire systems throughout; Refinished classrooms with new acoustic ceilings, carpet, casework and tackable wall surfaces; New 1,500 square foot service kitchen; Enhancement to the front entry of the administration building. All contributed to transforming the overall appearance of the school. This Lease/Lease Back project value was $9M with the project totaling 49,000 sq. ft.

"We strive for our work to make a statement in the educational and construction communities that show what Echo Pacific is all about," said company President Christopher Rowe. "We have been involved over the years in the construction and modernization of numerous schools throughout Southern California utilizing the Lease/Lease Back method. This delivery method, along with our project team, subcontractors, suppliers, architects and the owner allowed us to be successful with accelerating the modernization of Sundance Elementary. We are very committed to the children of our community and realize the importance of getting children into the classroom as quickly as possible." Some of the elements of the project included: -- Unique Lease Lease-Back Project Delivery Method -- Accelerated 5 Month Schedule Saving PUSD in Logistical Costs Echo Pacific Construction, Inc. is headquartered in Escondido, California. The company builds projects for both public and private entities throughout Southern California, including institutional structures of many types, facilities for fire and safety, parks and recreation, and religious facilities. Echo Pacific was awarded 2007, 2008 & 2009 "Excellence in Construction Awards" by the ABC San Diego Chapter, 2009 Build San Diego Award of Merit by the AGC of San Diego and was recognized as the 2007 Contractor of the Year by the AGC of San Diego.

SOURCE: Echo Pacific Construction, Inc.

CONTACT: Echo Pacific Construction, Inc. Rachael Gonzalez Director of Business Development 760-737-3003 760-737-9487 Copyright Business Wire 2009 -0- KEYWORD: United States

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