DENTON, TX — Skanska, a construction and development firm, announces the groundbreaking of the University of North Texas Science and Technology Building on the university’s main campus in Denton, Texas. Construction is expected to be completed in spring 2026.

The 110,000-square foot, $87 million new building will fulfill a critical need for more modern facilities that support collaborative and interdisciplinary research on campus. The building will also expand research space for areas such as biology, biomedical engineering, chemistry, physics, data science, and computer science and engineering while creating experiential learning opportunities for students. The building's distinctive multidisciplinary design will facilitate cross-training opportunities and foster greater collaboration among different disciplines.

The STEM degree programs address the growing demand for skilled professionals in Texas and across the nation, particularly in medical fields, science, and engineering. Training for these careers necessitates specialized infrastructure and laboratories.

“Our team is honored to take part in further advancing UNT’s vision to become a globally recognized institution,” said Dennis Yung, Executive Vice President and General Manager for Skanska USA Building. “At Skanska, we believe in building spaces that inspire and foster growth, and this new addition to the UNT campus aligns with our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and excellence. We look forward to seeing the positive impact this project will have for generations to come."

Skanska operates in select markets throughout the Nordics, Europe, and the United States. Skanska in the U.S. is headquartered in New York, New York, with 28 offices around the country. In 2023, construction in the U.S. generated $7.1 billion in revenue, and as a developer in the U.S., Skanska has invested a total value of $4.6 billion in commercial and multi-family projects. The company has 6,500 teammates in the U.S. and 27,000 globally.