Mack Deer Valley Business Center

Summarize the project's program, features and achievements?

Located in Phoenix’s thriving Deer Valley submarket, the Site B development, within a larger master-planned industrial park introduces a next-generation logistics and manufacturing hub through three state-of-the-art industrial buildings. This strategically positioned portion of the campus sits on a significant acreage and delivers approximately 400,000 square feet of high-quality, Class A industrial space designed to meet modern operational, logistical, and technological demands.

Each of the three buildings in Site B has been thoughtfully designed to support a wide range of industrial users, including advanced manufacturing, e-commerce, logistics, and supply chain operations. Building sizes range from approximately 125,000 to over 151,000 square feet, offering flexibility in occupancy and configuration. The design supports both multi-tenant and single-user occupancy, making it a scalable solution for companies of varying sizes and operational needs.

These facilities offer modern industrial specifications, including 32-foot clear heights, ESFR sprinkler systems, and a mix of dock-high and grade-level loading doors. Wide column spacing and large truck courts support efficient material handling and circulation. The buildings are constructed with durable materials and layouts that optimize warehouse operations, employee comfort, and overall building performance.

A strong emphasis on functionality and efficiency is evident in the layout of Site B. Each building is equipped with ample trailer parking and generous auto parking, enabling high-volume logistics operations. Thoughtful circulation design across the site allows for seamless movement of goods and vehicles, minimizing congestion and maximizing operational uptime.

Sustainability features are integrated throughout the site. The buildings utilize energy-efficient LED lighting and cool roof systems to reduce energy consumption and operating costs. Landscaping is drought-tolerant, supporting water conservation and minimizing maintenance needs while contributing to a clean, professional exterior.

One of Site B’s most compelling assets is its strategic location. With close proximity to Interstate 17 and Loop 101, it offers excellent regional and interstate access, making it ideal for time-sensitive distribution and regional logistics. Its position within the fast-growing North Valley corridor also provides access to a deep labor pool and proximity to key commercial and residential areas.

In terms of economic impact, Site B plays a critical role in advancing Phoenix’s position as a Western logistics and manufacturing hub. The development transforms underutilized land into a dynamic business park, contributing to job creation, infrastructure enhancement, and long-term economic growth in the region.

Already, the high-quality design and strategic location have attracted significant interest from potential tenants, validating the market demand for well-located, Class A industrial space in the North Valley. With its blend of scalability, modern amenities, and efficient site planning, Site B stands as a model for contemporary industrial development in the region.

What obstacles were overcome related to the schedule, budget, program, specification, site, etc. on this project?

One of the key obstacles encountered during the construction of Mack Deer Valley Site B stemmed from the complexity of delivering three industrial buildings on a fast-paced schedule with multiple trades operating simultaneously across an active job site. With tight deadlines and overlapping scopes, constant coordination was required to maintain productivity without disrupting parallel workstreams.

A significant challenge arose during the installation of underground utilities, which had to occur in the same areas designated for waste slabs used in casting the tilt-up wall panels. These waste slabs were essential for efficient panel production and sequencing but were frequently in conflict with the trenches and routing paths required for underground electrical, plumbing, and drainage systems.

This created a scenario where crews not only had to avoid being in each other's way but also had to proactively plan so that no one else would be in theirs. Maintaining this balance required a high degree of communication, trust, and flexibility between trade partners. Daily coordination meetings, clear phasing plans, and real-time problem-solving were critical in navigating space constraints and avoiding costly delays.

Despite the challenge, the team’s collaborative approach allowed all parties to work efficiently in close quarters while still meeting critical milestones. The ability to adjust sequencing, adapt schedules, and maintain open communication proved essential to overcoming these logistical hurdles and keeping the project on track.

Please communicate any engineering complexities or unique features of the panel design for this project?

Mack Deer Valley Site B presented unique engineering complexities due to the extreme grade elevation change along the north side of all three buildings. The natural slope across the site required a highly coordinated structural solution to maintain both functionality and architectural consistency across the buildings.

To accommodate this grade difference, cast-in-place concrete walls ranging from 7 to 9 feet in height were constructed along the entire north face of each building. These walls effectively retained the higher exterior grade while establishing a level surface for interior operations. The construction of these walls had to be precise, as they served not only as grade transitions but also as load-bearing foundations for the next phase of construction.

Once the cast-in-place walls were in place, tilt-up concrete panels were then lifted and set directly on top of the cast-in-place walls. This required detailed coordination between structural and construction teams to ensure proper alignment, anchorage, and load transfer between the two systems.

To complete the floor system, the slab section adjacent to the cast-in-place walls—which had been left out to allow for panel lifting and access—was then poured back against the installed panels, effectively tying the entire structure together.

This complex sequence demanded meticulous engineering, staging, and execution, showcasing a high level of problem-solving to address significant site grading challenges without compromising schedule or structural integrity