Mortenson, GE Johnson Awarded $65M Overhaul in Phase Three of Stadium Master Plan

Mortenson Construction and joint-venture partner GE Johnson Construction, have been selected to continue their work on the Kansas State University campus in Manhattan, Kansas. Details of the new, privately funded Vanier Football Complex and North Stadium project were unveiled in a press conference during the Wildcats" spring football game in April.

“With more than $125 million of facility improvements completed in the last 24 months and the excitement of our fans, evidenced by the current string of 13 consecutive football sellouts, it is imperative that we build upon the tradition and success of our program under Coach Snyder's leadership and the passion of our fan base,” said Athletics Director John Currie.

Phase Three of the Bill Snyder Family Stadium Master Plan, at an estimated cost of $65 million, will feature a new Vanier Football Complex structure that is considered pivotal in maintaining and securing K-State's competitive future and enhancing the overall experience of K-State student-athletes. It will also include significant improvements to Wildcat operations including a new locker room, weight room, video room and a new academic center for student athletes. Fans can look forward to better seating behind the north end zone, new restrooms and a wider concourse.

“The Mortenson | GE Johnson team is looking forward to continuing our partnership with K-State Athletics,” said Derek Cunz, vice president at Mortenson Construction. “The success we had on the West Side Stadium sxpansion was the result of a strong collaborative effort and the expertise and dedication of the team — we"re bringing the same team back to deliver the ultimate Big 12 game day experience.”

Phase II of the Bill Snyder Family Stadium Master Plan on the Kansas State University campus was completed on time and on budget on Aug. 21, 2013. The renovated stadium enhanced the game-day experience for Kansas State Fans through a series of improvements and serves as the northwest gateway to the campus and a rallying point for the university's visionary “K-State 2025” plan.