KANSAS CITY, MO — JE Dunn Construction joined representatives from Platte County R-3 School District and project partners to celebrate the topping out of the Northland Workforce Development Center, marking placement of the final steel beam and a major milestone in the project’s construction. The 145,000-square-foot, two-story facility will expand access to high-demand career and technical education programs for students and adult learners across the Northland region of Kansas City, Missouri.

Before the beam was lifted into place, attendees took part in a beam-signing ceremony, adding their names and messages to a steel beam that featured project and partner logos. The signed beam symbolizes the collective commitment of the Platte County School District, sending school districts, project partners, and the community to build a stronger regional workforce pipeline.

“This project is about creating opportunities and pathways for the next generation of skilled professionals in our region,” said Brad Hokanson, Project Executive at JE Dunn Construction. “Reaching the topping out milestone is a testament to the collaboration between the district, design team, and trade partners who are bringing this innovative learning environment to life.”

The Northland Workforce Development Center will support programs in skilled trades, manufacturing, health sciences, and human services, helping address workforce needs across the Kansas City area. Once complete, the facility will significantly expand the capacity of Northland Career Center and its partners to serve high school students and adult learners seeking industry-aligned training and credentials.