To address the problem of students traveling outside in all weather conditions to the separated North and South school buildings, a new addition was built. The new structure was constructed in the middle of both schools to create a single school for all students and staff. The addition included a large school entrance, a new library, and renovation and upgrades to the North and South schools.
Educational Projects
Educational Construction in Columbia and Jefferson City, Missouri
Prost Builders builds schools and educational facilities that help students learn and grow. Serving Columbia, Jefferson City, and Central Missouri since 1949, we understand what makes a great learning environment. Our contractors handle everything from new classroom additions to complete renovations while schools stay open.
We work on K-12 schools, early childhood centers, technical training facilities, and university buildings. Our teams complete middle school additions, high school athletic facilities, special needs schools, and vocational training centers throughout the region.
School districts choose Prost Builders because we get the job done during summer break. We know your schedule matters. Our value engineering approach saves money without cutting quality. We saved Columbia Public Schools $365,000 on Jefferson Middle School while finishing three months early. Our crews self-perform concrete and carpentry work, so we control the budget and timeline better than contractors who subcontract everything.
With registered engineers on staff and 75+ years of educational construction experience, we deliver safe, modern learning spaces on schedule. Recent Central Missouri projects include Jefferson Middle School in Columbia ($11 million gymnasium and locker room addition), Southern Boone County Middle School expansion (27,000 square feet), Capital City High School stadium in Jefferson City, Fulton Early Childhood Center addition (10 classrooms), Special Learning Center renovation (30,000 square feet), and Ranken Technical School in Ashland.
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S. BOONE COUNTY MIDDLE SCHOOL
Owner
Boone County Public Schools
Build Type
New Construction & Renovation
Specifications
- Located in Columbia, MO
- 15,5000 Sq Ft Addition – 20,000 Sq Ft Renovation
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STATE TECH UTILITY TECHNICIAN CENTER
Owner
State Technical College of Missouri
Build Type
General Contracting
Specifications
- Located in Linn, MO
- 38,850 Square Feet
This project consisted of an approximately 38,850 square foot facility to host the Utility Technician program for State Tech. The building’s main area is about 1,912 square feet of broadband lab classroom space, about 2,370 square feet of learning commons space, and approximately 25,520 square feet of indoor utility lab space. The remaining space is allotted for mechanical, restroom, and storage areas.
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OLEN HOWARD WORKFORCE INNOVATION CENTER
Owner
State Fair Community College
Build Type
New Construction
Specifications
- Located in Sedalia, MO
- 40,000 Square Feet
The State Fair Community College in Sedalia chose Prost Builders to construct this new facility to increase the pipeline of students pursuing high-demand, technical careers. The new space more than doubles the college’s capacity to teach students the industry’s latest welding techniques and a wide range of computerized tools for precision machining. The facility also allows the expansion of other programs for industrial maintenance, robotics, logistics, leadership/supervisory skills, and apprenticeships.
Frequently Asked Questions about Educational Projects
What types of school construction does Prost Builders handle in Columbia and Jefferson City?
We build and renovate all types of educational facilities across Central Missouri. Our educational contractors work on K-12 schools, early childhood centers, special education facilities, technical training centers, and university buildings. Recent projects include middle school gymnasiums in Columbia, high school athletic facilities in Jefferson City, early childhood center additions in Fulton, and vocational training buildings in Ashland. Whether you need new classrooms, cafeterias, locker rooms, or complete renovations, our team handles educational construction projects from 10,000 to 40,000 square feet throughout the region.
Can Prost Builders complete school renovations during the summer break?
Yes. We specialize in summer construction for occupied schools. Our educational contracting teams understand tight academic deadlines. At Southern Boone County Middle School, we completed extensive renovations including new flooring, ceilings, bathrooms, and HVAC upgrades over summer vacation without interrupting classes. We plan phased construction carefully so students and teachers can use their building safely during the school year. Our project managers coordinate with administrators to minimize disruption while keeping projects on schedule.
How much does school construction cost in Central Missouri?
Educational construction costs vary based on size, complexity, and building type. Recent Central Missouri projects range from $4 million for athletic facilities to $11 million for major additions and renovations. Our value engineering approach helps control costs. We saved Columbia Public Schools $365,000 on Jefferson Middle School through innovative concrete solutions. As general contractors who self-perform concrete and carpentry work, we maintain better budget control than typical contractors. Every educational project receives detailed preconstruction planning to establish realistic costs before you commit. View our completed projects to see similar facilities we’ve built.
Why do Columbia and Jefferson City school districts choose Prost Builders?
School districts throughout Central Missouri trust our 75+ years of educational construction experience. We deliver documented results like the $365,000 savings and three-month schedule improvement at Jefferson Middle School in Columbia. Our construction management approach keeps projects on time and on budget. We’re not a “suitcase” contractor who subcontracts everything. Our crews self-perform concrete and carpentry work for better quality control. With registered professional engineers on staff and employee ownership, every team member has personal investment in your project’s success. We also use Procore project management software so administrators can track progress in real time.
What makes Prost Builders different from other educational contractors in the region?
We bring proven value engineering expertise that saves school districts hundreds of thousands of dollars. At Jefferson Middle School, we replaced steel bar joists with precast concrete double tees, cutting $365,000 from the budget and finishing three months ahead of schedule. Our general contracting team self-performs critical concrete and carpentry work instead of subcontracting everything. This gives us direct control over budget, quality, and timeline. Based in Jefferson City with an office in Columbia, we understand Central Missouri building codes, weather challenges, and local suppliers. Our 20+ employees bring over 300 years of combined construction experience to every educational facility we build.
Does Prost Builders work on occupied school buildings?
Yes. We specialize in occupied school renovations and phased construction. Our contractors completed extensive renovations at Southern Boone County Middle School while students attended classes. We scheduled disruptive work during summer breaks and school vacations. At Jefferson Middle School in Columbia, we added a new gymnasium and locker rooms while the existing school remained fully operational. Our project managers coordinate closely with administrators to maintain safe learning environments throughout construction. We use formal project partnering methods to prevent disputes and ensure smooth execution when working around students, teachers, and staff.
How long does it take to build a school addition or renovation in Central Missouri?
Timeline depends on project size and complexity. Southern Boone County Middle School’s 27,000-square-foot addition took 16 months. Jefferson Middle School’s $11 million gymnasium addition was completed on schedule with our value engineering saving three months. The Fulton Early Childhood Center addition with 10 classrooms finished in one construction season. Our construction management approach and self-performed concrete work typically accelerate schedules by 20-30% compared to traditional methods. We provide detailed timeline estimates during preconstruction planning so school districts can coordinate around academic calendars and summer construction windows.
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Ready to discuss your educational construction project? Contact Prost Builders at (573) 635-0211 or schedule a meeting.