BSU Albertsons North End Zone and ESI CM Building Tour

Join WoodWorks on a Tour of the BSU Albertsons Stadium North End Zone Expansion and ESI Construction Management Building for a firsthand look at local examples of mass timber construction. Organized in partnership with the ULI Idaho Sustainability Summit.

Stop #1 – Albertsons Stadium North End Zone Expansion https://opsisarch.com/project/albertsons-stadium-north-end-zone/

Designed by Opsis Architecture and built by Andersen Construction, The North End Zone Project showcases glulam beams and cross-laminated timber (CLT) as the primary structural elements for the concourse club ceiling and roof. The project intentionally selected these mass timber elements to create a warm, inviting architectural expression while reducing the project’s carbon footprint. This thoughtful use of natural wood materials reflects the team’s commitment to sustainability, performance, and a distinctive aesthetic befitting Boise State University.

PPE: Will be provided by the contractor upon arrival

Tour Guides:

• Hank Davis – Senior Project Manager, Andersen Construction
• Erik Vach – Project Manager, Andersen Construction
• Jesse Halenkamp – Senior Superintendent, Andersen Construction

Stop #2 – ESI Construction Management Building https://www.boisestate.edu/coen-cm/construction-management-lab-expansion/

Designed by Lombard Conrad Architects and built by ESI Construction, the 18,000 sq-ft ESI Construction Management Building supports hands-on learning, student community, dedicated CM education, and industry and alumni engagement, setting a new national benchmark for construction management environments. Constructed with hybrid steel and timber framing featuring glulam beams and veneer-based structural composite lumber (SCL) CLT, the exposed structural systems and energy-efficient design strategies allow students to learn from real-life examples and hands-on experiences.

PPE: Will be provided by the contractor upon arrival

Tour Guides:

• Alexis Townsend – President, Lombard Conrad Architects
• Ellie Thomas – Project Designer, Lombard Conrad Architects
• Dannie McMurray – Superintendent, ESI Construction
• Taylor Phillips – Project Manager, ESI Construction
• Josiah Senethavilay – Field Engineer, ESI Construction

Meeting Location:

Near the Stuekle Sky Center Entrance on the West side of the stadium

View map

For questions or additional information, please contact:

Kate Carrigg, PE | kate.carrigg@woodworks.org | (303) 902-3151

Image: ESI Construction / Andersen Construction