San Diego Mesa College Performing Arts Center / Administration & Parking Structure
Project Schedule
| Programming Complete | Design and DSA Approval | Construction Completion (Est.) | FFE and Move-In (Est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ph. 1: March 16, 2026 Ph. 2: March 16, 2026 |
Ph. 1: May 19, 2027 Ph. 2: March 22, 2028 |
Ph. 1: January 5, 2029 Ph. 2: December 20, 2030 |
Ph. 1: January 26, 2029 Ph. 2: February 20, 2031 |
Current Status/Phase: Design Development
Project Progress Update
The project has reached the 50% Design Development milestone, where the team is in the process of exploring, identifying, and layering in material finishes, color palettes, textures, lighting design, signage, and landscape detailing.
UPCOMING MILESTONES:
- Construction Document-Phase 1 (Parking Structure) November 02, 2026
- Design Development-Phase 2 (Performing Arts Center) November 30, 2026
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Project Description
- Approximately 75,000 ASF of new Performing Arts Center and Administration building construction, along with site preparation, utility upgrades, and demolition of existing infrastructure
- New five-story complex built into the north hillside near the I4 Student Services Center, creating a cohesive and accessible entry from the lower parking area to the upper campus
- Main stage theater designed to support theater, music, and dance programs
- Black Box performance space designed to be flexible, reconfiguarable, and adaptable, supporting experimental, educational, and small scale productions.
- Recital Hall for small to medium scale music and spoken word performances
- Sound Stage for the controlled production of film, television, and media projects.
- Hillside-integrated support spaces, plus upper-level instructional labs and administrative offices opening to an active plaza
- Multi-story parking structure built into the hillside to increase parking capacity and support large campus events
- Landscaping, irrigation, accessible pathways and parking, curb and gutter improvements, and signage
- Alignment with the campus’s long-term Master Plan
Project Map
7250 Mesa College Dr, San Diego, CA 92111
Project News & Information
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Project Teams
| General Contractor | PCL |
| Architect | HGA |
| Structural Engineer | Coffman Engineers |
| Civil Engineer | Latitude 33 |
| Mech./ Elect. Engineer | MA Engineers |
| Executive Const. Manager | Steve Evanco |
Last updated: October 1, 2026