← Behind the marquee

One job at a time

The construction schedule

There’s a lot to do before the next night at the Fox. Here’s the contractor’s plan, from the first paperwork to the last repairs.

McKinstry schedule · Data updated · Exported

102 tasks, grouped as they appear in the schedule. Task names are shortened for easier reading. “Recorded progress” is the contractor’s figure for that task; it is not an overall completion score.

Before construction

  • Sign contract

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Bonds and insurance

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Safety paperwork

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Submittals

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Site survey

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Exterior photographs before construction

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Interior photographs before construction

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%

Ceiling abatement

  • County abatement award delay

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Install scaffolding at balcony beam

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Install scaffolding at centre of theatre

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Ceiling plaster abatement

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%

Above the balcony

The source still gives October 2025 dates for removing the supports and making scaffolding available. Those dates need confirmation.

  • Install temporary supports at balcony beam

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Cut back ceiling joists

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Add engineered timber alongside beams

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    99%
  • Hang joists from new timber beams

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    99%
  • Structural inspection

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Remove balcony supports

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Scaffolding available for building systems work

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%

Above the centre of the theatre

  • Install beams at roof level

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Install blocking between beams

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Raise sagging ceiling framing to level

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Install straps and timber braces

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Structural inspection

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Scaffolding available for building systems work

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%

Ceiling plaster

  • Plaster the theatre ceiling

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%

Ceiling paint

  • Paint the theatre ceiling

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%

Door to the adjacent building

  • Cut in lintel above doorway

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Cut doorway

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Demolish doorway

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Install hollow metal door frame

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Install door

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%

Above the stage

  • Install scaffolding at stage

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Structural framing at roof

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Lower scaffolding to rigging platform

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Structural framing at rigging platform

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    60%
  • Structural inspection

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Scaffolding available for building systems work

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%

Balcony scaffolding

  • Remove balcony scaffolding

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%

Centre scaffolding

  • Remove centre theatre scaffolding

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%

Stage scaffolding

  • Remove stage scaffolding

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%

Down in the basement

Water was still getting in at the September 30 visit. The team needs to confirm the work that can go ahead and its dates.

  • Lead paint abatement

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Mold abatement

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Mold clearance sample

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Remove basement woodwork

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Cut concrete floor for French drain

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Remove concrete floor

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Excavate for French drain

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Excavate sump pit

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Install French drain

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Install gravel at French drain

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Install sump pit and pump

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Pour concrete patch

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Repair damaged basement masonry

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Reinstall wall framing

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Paint basement

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Reinstall basement woodwork

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%

Roof hatch and ladder

  • Frame new roof hatch

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Install roof hatch

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Roofing at hatch

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Install new ladder

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%

Outside, below street level

  • Set up stormwater management

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Remove fire escape stair

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Remove gas meter and excess piping

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Remove exterior stair and retaining wall

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Excavate 18 inches below grade for waterproofing

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Waterproof back wall 18 inches below grade

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Install temporary supports

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Remove basement door and frame

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Block in door opening

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Waterproof exterior wall

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Insulate wall

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Remove temporary supports

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Backfill and compact

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Drainage plan and evacuation delay

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Prepare and compact ground for sidewalk and drainage channel

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Cut and remove front sidewalk

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    100%
  • Drill fire escape foundations

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Form and pour retaining wall at coal chute

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Pour foundations and retaining wall

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Form and pour landing at base of stair

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Form sidewalk

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Form drainage channel

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Pour and finish concrete

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Strip concrete forms

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Backfill and final grading

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%

Brick, windows and marquee

These dates remain in the plan. On October 21 the architect requested prices to bring masonry repairs back into the work. The list does not establish funding or approval for each item.

  • Evaluate boarded windows for replacement

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Repoint and repair brick

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Rebuild existing windows

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Repair roof at marquee sign

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Repair sign

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Repair stucco

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Paint exterior

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Build scaffolding inside marquee sign

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Clean primary steel frame with wire wheel

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Paint steel frame with zinc paint

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%

Finishing and acceptance

These November and December milestones come before the January basement and roof-hatch tasks. They need an agreed schedule. None is a public opening date.

  • Substantial completion

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Punch list

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Final acceptance

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Deliver closeout records

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%

Structural change order

The source still dates these tasks in 2025 with no progress recorded. The team needs to confirm their dates and status.

  • Approve structural change order

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Abatement for structural change

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%
  • Construction for structural change

    Planned start
    Planned finish
    Recorded progress
    0%

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