Alston Ridge Middle School
Located in Cary, North Carolina, Alston Ridge Middle School is a 226,485-square-foot educational facility designed to meet the needs of one of the fastest-growing communities in Wake County. Constructed for the Wake County Public School System, the school provides flexible learning environments, collaborative instructional spaces, and specialized academic areas that support student achievement and future-ready education.
Designed by Skinner Farlow Kirwan Architecture, the campus features modern classrooms, STEM and science laboratories, media center, performing arts spaces, athletic facilities, cafeteria, administrative offices, and secure outdoor learning environments. The school’s thoughtful design promotes collaboration, technology integration, student wellness, and operational efficiency while providing a safe and engaging educational setting.
Serving as Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), Barnhill worked closely with Wake County Public School System, the design team, and project stakeholders from preconstruction through completion. Through proactive planning, cost management, and quality-focused construction, Barnhill delivered a durable, high-performance middle school that will serve students, educators, and the community for decades.
DETAILS: 226,485-square-foot middle school featuring modern classrooms, STEM and science labs, media center, performing arts spaces, gymnasium, cafeteria, administrative offices, athletic facilities, and secure site improvements for Wake County Public School System.
SCOPE OF WORK: Construction Manager at Risk delivery including preconstruction services, site development, new middle school construction, classrooms, science laboratories, media center, performing arts areas, cafeteria, gymnasium, administrative offices, parking, student drop-off, athletic facilities, and associated infrastructure.
SOLUTION: Barnhill partnered with Wake County Public School System and Skinner Farlow Kirwan Architecture to deliver a modern educational facility that supports collaborative learning, student engagement, and long-term community growth. Through CMAR delivery, proactive preconstruction, and disciplined project management, the team successfully delivered a flexible, technology-rich learning environment designed to meet the evolving needs of public education.
