U Construction is the University's in‑house general contractor and a full‑service design and construction team for the Twin Cities campus. We project-manage, estimate, design, and execute medium‑scale construction projects in collaboration with a full range of trades professionals. Our team also includes Signs & Graphics and Locksmith Services, ensuring coordinated, high‑quality support across campus operations.
U Construction Services
Project Management
Our project managers oversee every stage of a U Construction project, working closely with you and your department from initial concept through completion. Core services include project scoping, estimating (rough or detailed), and scheduling.
Design
FMdesign provides architectural and engineering design expertise to University departments and campus stakeholders. We assist project partners with design advice, technical expertise, and early-stage planning. Our team includes licensed architects and both internal and contracted engineers.
Services include:
- Professional design services from planning and schematics to comprehensive design
- Building code analysis and compliance review
- ADA accessibility compliance reviews
- Facility infrastructure assessments and feasibility studies
- Building forensics services including infrastructure and structural assessments
Trades & Technical Services
Our trades and technical services teams deliver hands-on expertise across a full range of building systems and construction disciplines. Skilled trades professionals support campus projects and daily operational needs through:
- Carpentry
- Electrical
- Insulation
- General Labor
- Low Voltage
- Masonry
- Painting
- Pipefitting
- Plumbing
- Sheet Metal
Additional services include:
- Alarms and security systems
- Service and maintenance work as requested
Locksmith Services
Locksmith Services provides routine and emergency support for keys, cores, and cylinder repairs. Our team responds to repair needs and assists departments with new key requests.
- For repair requests: contact the FM Call Center 612-624-2900
- For new keys: work with your Department Facility Rep (DFR)
- General inquires: [email protected], 612-625-0376
Signs & Graphics
Signs & Graphics provides interior, exterior and custom signage for campus buildings and departments. Our team offers consultations, creative solutions, and production services to meet a wide range of signage needs.
U Construction services are charged to departments on a time and materials basis. To request a construction project, please submit a Project Request form.