FORMA Construction

FORMA Construction FORMA (est. 1985) delivers projects across Washington state through design-build, GC/CM, JOC, and DBB contracts.

Providing construction services to public and private clients throughout the Northwest, FORMA pairs seasoned construction management teams with master craftspeople to deliver detailed analysis and job sites focused on both safety and efficiency. With an extensive portfolio that includes retail, healthcare, education, and infrastructure, FORMA has been successfully delivering quality construction projects for thirty years. FORMA's unique company culture encourages employees to share creative ideas and empowers those employees to implement complete solutions. An energetic workplace, FORMA seeks out challenging projects and matches them to our teams of hard-working, problem-solving construction professionals

Yesterday we broke ground on the NTPS LEAF Center β€” North Thurston Public Schools' new Lacey Education & Family Center β€”...
03/31/2026

Yesterday we broke ground on the NTPS LEAF Center β€” North Thurston Public Schools' new Lacey Education & Family Center β€” and it was everything a groundbreaking should be: community, celebration, and one very enthusiastic little co-pilot.

The highlight? A young attendee got behind the wheel of a small dump truck for the ceremonial first dig, with Superintendent Brett Bowen on hand to make sure all systems were go. 🚜

The LEAF Center will serve up to 600 students annually with high-quality preschool spaces, family programming, and a commercial kitchen. Approved by voters as part of the 2024 Capital Levy for Safety, Technology, and Facilities Improvement, the building is designed to grow alongside the community β€” with potential future additions like a splash pad, library space, and indoor recreation. Doors open fall 2027. We can't wait!

North Thurston Public Schools | McGranahan Architects PBK | Greene Gasaway Architects

Beam there, built that! πŸ˜ŽπŸ—οΈWe had a great time at last night’s Federal Way Public Schools STEAM Exploration Night, where...
03/27/2026

Beam there, built that! πŸ˜ŽπŸ—οΈ

We had a great time at last night’s Federal Way Public Schools STEAM Exploration Night, where students stopped by the FORMA activity to learn how structural beams help keep buildings safe, stable, and strong. Through a little engineering and a lot of curiosity, they got a firsthand look at the physics behind structural design.

Thanks for having us, FWPS; we loved being part of an evening full of exploration and hands on fun. ✨

Full STEAM Ahead πŸš€This Thursday, we’re headed to FWPS STEAM Exploration Night for an evening of curiosity, creativity, a...
03/24/2026

Full STEAM Ahead πŸš€

This Thursday, we’re headed to FWPS STEAM Exploration Night for an evening of curiosity, creativity, and hands-on fun. FWPS families, come explore, experiment, and see where science, technology, engineering, art, and math can take you.

See you at Federal Way High School from 6 to 8 p.m! ✨

Class is in session... on the jobsite πŸ‘πŸ—οΈA couple of weeks ago, on a beautiful day in PA, we welcomed students from Port...
03/13/2026

Class is in session... on the jobsite πŸ‘πŸ—οΈ

A couple of weeks ago, on a beautiful day in PA, we welcomed students from Port Angeles High School’s Construction Pathways, CTE program at our Hurricane Ridge Middle School project.

There’s nothing quite like seeing learning come to life in the field. From lifting a tool belt like the ones laborers carry onsite every day to watching structural steel go up in real time, students were immersed in the skill, teamwork, and effort it takes to bring a project like this to life.

The new Hurricane Ridge Middle School will replace the former Stevens Middle School with a three story, 109,000 square foot facility serving 950 students in grades 6 through 8, complete with 40 classrooms, administrative areas, and instructional support spaces.

We’re proud to support building these biceps of steel πŸ’ͺ and grateful to partner with Port Angeles High School and Port Angeles School District, connecting future builders to career opportunities right here at home. ✨

Owner’s Representative:
Architect:

πŸ“£ Trade Partners β€” join us March 17 for FORMA's quarterly Building Partnerships session!Whether you're exploring your fi...
03/06/2026

πŸ“£ Trade Partners β€” join us March 17 for FORMA's quarterly Building Partnerships session!

Whether you're exploring your first public works project or ready to scale up, this working session is designed to open doors:
Β· Small Business Inclusion Strategy + Q2 2026 bid preview
Β· JOC access through our Small Business Accelerator Program
Β· Right-sized scopes on GC/CM and PDB projects (featuring Hands On Children's Museum)
Β· Flexible support, payment terms & mentorship
Β· Open Q&A to close

πŸ—“ Tuesday, March 17 | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM PT | Online

Come ready to connect. Register now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/building-partnerships-enhancing-opportunities-for-trade-contractors-tickets-1369639692189

It's Women in Construction Week and FORMA heralded it in with something more than a social post.Last Friday, women from ...
03/04/2026

It's Women in Construction Week and FORMA heralded it in with something more than a social post.

Last Friday, women from across all three offices β€” and from the field β€” gathered in Woodinville for a full day and evening of real conversation (and just a splash of wine πŸ₯‚). Journey carpenters, laborers, project engineers, project managers, senior project managers, and office staff from marketing, HR, accounting, and more. Different roles, different offices, one table.

The agenda was built around honest dialogue: how women found their way into construction, what's hard about their roles that people don't always see, and what the future looks like β€” mentorship, education, connection. A Zentangle art session offered a creative reset mid-afternoon, and dinner capped the day with a look ahead at what we can do better and build together.

President Jim Phillips said it well before the group headed out: "This isn't about a photo op or checking a box... The intent isn't just discussion; it's clear feedback and tangible recommendations we can act on."

To every woman at FORMA β€” in the field and in the office β€” thank you for the work you do and the company you make us. πŸ’›

Happy Women in Construction Week! πŸ‘·πŸΌβ€β™€οΈπŸ‘·πŸΎβ€β™€οΈπŸ‘·πŸ»β€β™€οΈ

FORMA is deep into a major multi-phase modernization at Hazen High School for Renton School District β€” upgrading science...
02/17/2026

FORMA is deep into a major multi-phase modernization at Hazen High School for Renton School District β€” upgrading science classrooms, mechanical and electrical systems, structure for seismic resilience, and select public spaces, along with life safety and security systems. And last month, while our crew was completing shear wall work, our BIM Manager Jessie Robertson was in the Metal Arts CTE classrooms teaching students 2D/3D design modeling through LEGO builds. 🧱

Their teacher Emily β€” a former sheetmetal pro and practicing jeweler β€” brought us in hoping students would slow down and plan before jumping straight to fabrication. Four sessions, approximately 24 students each.

Each class follows the same pattern: Zero interest at the start. Total buy-in by the end. In fact, we're learning to anticipate hearing "I've never seen them ALL so engaged in an activity!" from the teachers we work with.

We'll be back at Hazen this spring for Emily's new Industrial Technology classes, so stay tuned!

Owner: Renton School District
Architect: Integrus Architecture
ECCM: Sare Electric Inc
MCCM: EAGLE HARBOR Mechanical

Evidently 2016 called and we have receipts. πŸ“žTen years ago, FORMA partnered with Highline Public Schools and three regio...
01/29/2026

Evidently 2016 called and we have receipts. πŸ“ž

Ten years ago, FORMA partnered with Highline Public Schools and three regional districts to deliver a state-of-the-art Health Sciences Building at the Puget Sound Skills Center β€” a facility now preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals from 22 public high schools across the region.

This two-story, 20,000 sf building supports Career and Technical Education in nursing and dental fields, featuring specialized biomedical and simulation labs, flexible classrooms, and a centralized gathering space for lectures and events. A standout feature: the public-facing Sea Mar Dental Clinic, where students gain hands-on training in real-world clinical environments.

The project presented significant challenges beyond the building itself. Our team navigated complex geotechnical conditions, created outdoor learning spaces, and implemented new site circulation patterns β€” all while maintaining full operations on an active campus with minimal disruption to students and staff.

Owner's Representative: Vanir
Architect: + Oremus Architecture, Inc.

A lovely update from Port Angeles School District on our current project with them. Thank you for sharing!
01/27/2026

A lovely update from Port Angeles School District on our current project with them. Thank you for sharing!

Substantially completed 11 months ahead of schedule (!!), our multi-phased GC/CM work with Centralia School District del...
01/16/2026

Substantially completed 11 months ahead of schedule (!!), our multi-phased GC/CM work with Centralia School District delivered a completely transformed Centralia High School. πŸ’…

The modernization touched every corner of campus: state-of-the-art CTE labs and shops, specialized facilities for science and computer engineering, a performing arts venue, renovated gymnasium with new locker rooms, and a reimagined main entry with enhanced security features routed through a new vestibule and reception area.

Behind the scenes, the entire school received comprehensive infrastructure upgrades: all new mechanical, electrical, CCTV, intrusion detection, intercom, key card access, site lighting, fire alarm, and low voltage systemsβ€”plus critical seismic improvements.

During preconstruction, our team developed an alternate phasing plan that delivered real value: we combined six phases into three, reducing project duration while improving the student learning experience and driving significant cost savings. The result? Final completion nearly a year earlier than originally planned, with minimal disruption to 1,100+ students and staff throughout construction.

Today, Centralia High School offers improved wayfinding, enhanced security, abundant natural light, and the advanced learning facilities its students deserve.

Owner: Centralia School District 401
Architect: BLRB
Photographer: David W. Cohen
Complete: June 2020

Trade Partners! Join us for a pre-bid meeting on the new Lacey Education and Family Center (LEAF). 🌿This project will cr...
01/06/2026

Trade Partners! Join us for a pre-bid meeting on the new Lacey Education and Family Center (LEAF). 🌿

This project will create a 45,000 sf early learning center for North Thurston Public Schools, including classrooms, indoor and outdoor play areas, a library partnership with Timberland Regional Libraries, administrative offices, kitchen facilities, a shared public playground, and complete site improvements.

πŸ—“ Monday, January 13
πŸ“ Virtual Meeting
⏰ 11:30am

During this session, you'll learn about:
- Stage 1 & Stage 2 bid packages
- Project scope and timeline
- Apprentice labor hour requirements (15%)
- Partnership opportunities

Key dates:
- Stage 1 subbids due: January 28, 2026
- Stage 2 subbids due: January 29, 2026
- NTP: March 16, 2026
- Substantial completion: July 30, 2027

McGranahan Architects Greene Gasaway Architects

Last Wednesday, we had the pleasure of hosting students from Port Angeles High School's CTE class at our Port Angeles Mi...
12/18/2025

Last Wednesday, we had the pleasure of hosting students from Port Angeles High School's CTE class at our Port Angeles Middle School project site. Despite challenging weather conditions, these future construction professionals showed up ready to learn, and we're grateful to our crew for making it happen.

The day included:
πŸ“š Project overview in the library, discussing construction career pathways in both field and office roles
πŸ—οΈ Live site tour of construction in progress
πŸ–₯️ BIM model walkthrough and Q&A with our project team

A huge thank you to our project team, along with our partners at Port Angeles School District and Vanir, for taking the time to share their expertise and inspire the next generation of builders.

This new three-story, 109,000 sf facility will serve up to 950 students in grades 6-8 when it opens in Fall 2027. We're proud to be building this important community resource in Port Angeles.

Architect: Integrus

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Providing construction services to public and private clients throughout the Northwest, FORMA pairs seasoned construction management teams with master craftspeople to deliver detailed analysis and job sites focused on both safety and efficiency. With an extensive portfolio that includes retail, healthcare, education, and infrastructure, FORMA has been successfully delivering quality construction projects for over 30 years. FORMA's unique company culture encourages employees to share creative ideas and empowers those employees to implement complete solutions. An energetic workplace, FORMA seeks out challenging projects and matches them to our teams of hard-working, problem-solving construction professionals.