Project Delivery
The Project Delivery team oversees all construction initiatives within Stanford Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&DE), from major renovations to asset renewal projects, ensuring our facilities continually adapt to meeting student needs. Whether it’s enhancing lighting in Row houses, renovating dining halls, or upgrading student residences, our team is dedicated to delivering meaningful improvements that enhance daily campus life.
Constructing Excellence: Turning Plans into Reality
The Project Delivery team focuses on these three areas:
- Executing Capital Plans with Precision – We transform strategic plans and architectural designs into reality, overseeing every phase of construction to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
- Managing Complex Renovations & Asset Renewal – Whether modernizing existing spaces or replacing aging infrastructure, we handle everything from permitting and contractor coordination to safety compliance and quality control, ensuring a seamless construction process.
- Minimizing Disruptions & Maximizing Efficiency – By strategically scheduling projects during academic breaks and off-peak times, we minimize impact on students and campus operations while ensuring steady progress on critical facility improvements.
With a strong commitment to excellence, efficiency, and sustainability, the Project Delivery team brings R&DE's capital facility projects to life, creating lasting, high-quality spaces that support Stanford’s evolving needs while ensuring the safety and well-being of the entire community.
From concept to completion, Project Delivery has been transforming our campus. See highlights from some of 2024’s biggest achievements! Watch now.
Pictured above: Pathway Lighting added to the Gerhard Casper Quad
Expanding Bike Parking for a More Accessible Campus
To better support student mobility and convenience, additional bike racks are being installed across campus, increasing parking capacity and making it easier for students to securely store their bikes near residential and academic buildings.
Key Benefits:
- More Parking Availability – Reduces bike congestion and ensures easier access to secure parking spots.
- Sustainable Transportation – Encourages biking as an eco-friendly alternative to driving.
- Improved Campus Accessibility – Provides convenient locations near high-traffic student areas.
This initiative aligns with R&DE’s commitment to student well-being, creating a more bike-friendly campus that promotes easy, efficient, and sustainable transportation for all.
Image: Added Temporary Bike Parking near Toyon Hall
Designed for Excellence
The Ricker Dining renovation was successfully delivered to enhance kitchen functionality, efficiency, and sustainability, creating a better dining experience for students and the campus community.
Key upgrades & benefits included:
- State-of-the-Art Kitchen Equipment – New commercial-grade appliances improve food quality, safety, and efficiency.
- Upgraded Infrastructure – Enhanced plumbing, electrical, and gas systems ensure seamless operations and long-term sustainability.
- Modernized Interiors – Fresh paint, new carpet, and window screen replacements create a clean, welcoming environment for students.
This renovation elevates campus dining, providing students with improved meal service, better food quality, and a refreshed space to gather and connect!
Image: Ricker Dining Center - After
Enhancing Safety
The Project Delivery team doesn’t just enhance spaces—they ensure they are safe, functional, and compliant. Through careful planning and execution, they make sure every upgrade not only improves the aesthetics and usability of our campus but also upholds the highest safety standards, providing peace of mind to all students. Key Benefits for Students:
- Improved Safety – The new gates ensure faster and safer evacuation during emergencies, enhancing student well-being.
- Compliance & Peace of Mind – This installation meets essential fire safety regulations, helping to keep everyone safe and ensuring that the space is fully compliant with local safety standards.
- Enhanced Access & Flow – The gates improve safety while preserving the space’s functionality, supporting easy movement for students and guests to navigate and enjoy the environment.
The Project Delivery team worked diligently to complete this upgrade, creating a safer and more accessible environment for everyone at EVGR Pavilion.
Image: EVGR Pavilion Courtyard - After
Updates modernize living spaces, enhance the student living experience, and ensure long-term sustainability and efficiency.
Interior upgrades coming in 2025 with an exterior revamp in 2026!
Interior and exterior upgrades include new paint, lighting, cabinets, showers, flooring, thermostats, window coverings, electrical panels, and all new furniture.