Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) celebrated a significant milestone with the grand opening of the Diamond Neighborhoods Family Health Center on August 9, 2014. Hughes Marino Construction Management was honored to play a pivotal role in bringing this vital healthcare facility to life, overseeing the construction of this brand new medical office building. This center is a testament to FHCSD’s commitment to providing accessible, high-quality healthcare to San Diego County residents, particularly those uninsured and from low-income backgrounds.
Hughes Marino Construction Management’s involvement in the Diamond Neighborhoods Family Health Center project was comprehensive, acting as an extension of the Family Health Center of San Diego’s team throughout the entire construction journey. From the initial stages of assisting in the selection of the general contractor to the final touches of project completion, Hughes Marino CM meticulously managed every aspect. This included rigorous deadline management, ensuring seamless implementation of client-requested changes, diligent monitoring of all mandatory inspections, and proactive procurement of necessary permits. Furthermore, their expertise extended to managing complex negotiations, effectively mitigating potential delays, and maintaining overall project oversight from groundbreaking to ribbon-cutting.
Beyond the construction of the building itself, Hughes Marino CM also played a crucial role in coordinating with the City of San Diego to manage essential offsite improvements. These improvements were vital for creating a substantial parking area and upgrading the surrounding streetscape along 47th Street and Market Streets, enhancing accessibility and the overall neighborhood environment. This collaborative effort with city engineers resulted in the relocation and modernization of the existing MTS Bus stop and a complete renovation of the adjacent area. These enhancements included new sealing, refreshed landscaping, and the repainting of major road lanes leading to the intersection of Market and 47th Streets, significantly improving the public infrastructure surrounding the Diamond Neighborhoods Family Health Center.
The Diamond Neighborhoods Family Health Center, a 23,000-square-foot, three-story facility, stands as a beacon of health and wellness in the community. Designed by Davy Architecture and constructed by Suffolk-Roel, the general contractor, the center is not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, designed to meet the diverse healthcare needs of the community. Inside, patients are welcomed into a cheery, child-friendly waiting room, setting a positive and comforting tone. The facility boasts numerous exam rooms, private medical offices for confidential consultations, and a dedicated lab space for efficient diagnostics. To further support both staff and patients, the center includes a conference room for staff collaboration, a specialized baby boutique room catering to the needs of new families, and a versatile multi-purpose room. Notably, the Diamond Neighborhoods Family Health Center also integrates dental offices, offering a comprehensive suite of healthcare services under one roof. These services encompass medical, dental, counseling, and health education, ensuring a holistic approach to patient care within the Diamond Neighborhoods community.
Hughes Marino CM expresses immense pride in contributing to the realization of this invaluable facility and is gratified to witness its positive impact within the Diamond Neighborhoods since its inauguration. To delve deeper into the impactful work of Family Health Centers of San Diego and to discover how you can support their ongoing mission to deliver healthcare to underserved populations in the community, please visit their website at www.fhcsd.org.
Hughes Marino’s Construction Management team is recognized for its industry-leading expertise, demonstrated across a wide spectrum of commercial projects, from tenant improvements to complex ground-up constructions. Leveraging decades of collective experience within California and beyond, their team of project managers, engineers, and LEED Accredited Professionals provides unparalleled practical insights and professional construction management services.
