George T. Nasuti Elementary School

Building a Modern Elementary School Designed for Learning, Community, and Long-Term Value

The new George T. Nasuti Elementary School is taking shape at the former Barry Field site in Woonsocket as a 133,000-square-foot Pre-K through 4th-grade facility, delivered through a design–build partnership with the Woonsocket Education Department, Rhode Island Department of Education, and Jonathan Levi Architects. The goal is to create a modern, welcoming school that supports both students and the surrounding community.

The building will feature modern classrooms, a media center, music room, medical and student support spaces, a cafeteria with a performance stage, and a full gymnasium that can be used for school and community events. Designed to meet NE-CHPS Version 4.0 standards, the school focuses on energy efficiency, healthy indoor spaces, and flexible areas that adapt to today’s learning needs

Ongoing coordination between the project team, designers, and trade partners keeps the work moving smoothly while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and schedule.

Project Highlights

• Site Mobilization & Earthwork: Initial mobilization and site preparations were completed on schedule, allowing foundation work to begin promptly.
• Foundation & Footings: Footings are in place, and construction sequencing has been optimized to maintain schedule integrity while mitigating risk.
• Steel Erection: Coordination closely with structural subcontractors to ensure a seamless transition to steel erection, emphasizing safety and sequence clarity across trades.
• Weekly Capital Planning Team Coordination: A standing weekly meeting with owner stakeholders, design partners, and the construction leadership ensures proactive resolution of RFIs, submittals, schedule considerations, and budget controls