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After the pandemic forced the project on hold indefinitelyNew York City-based Turner Construction finally broke ground on the $2.9 billion Terminal 3 West modernization project at San Francisco International Airport on August 20. announced in a press release.
The construction team will renovate the existing 60,000-square-meter west half of Terminal 3, the press release said. New features include earthquake protection, enhanced security screening and new passenger amenities, as well as 18,500 square meters of additional space that will accommodate more dining and retail.
Turner leads the design-build team along with San Francisco-based architects Gensler and TEF Design. A joint venture called WCME JV is managing construction – the group consists of San Francisco-based firms PGH Wong Engineering and MCK Americas, Consor Engineers of Houston and ECS Consultants of Chantilly, Virginia.
In addition, the project will include a new six-story building that will house lounges and office space, according to the airport. The team will also build a new exterior facade, more space for passenger check-in and new security checkpoints.
SFO is seeking LEED platinum certification for the building. Environmentally conscious building features include displacement ventilation, on-site photovoltaic cells, waste heat recovery, low-carbon steel and concrete, recycled water and green building training, SFO said.
The renovated and expanded western half is scheduled to open in fall 2027, and the six-story building in early 2028, the press release said. A renovated check-in lobby at the eastern end of Terminal 3 is scheduled to open in early 2029.
“Our goal is to provide our guests with an exceptional airport experience while leading in sustainability and innovation. We expect this project to raise the bar for what travelers can expect at SFO,” said Ivar Satero, SFO airport director, in the press release.
