The University of Texas at Arlington is proud to announce that it is partnering with HKS, an award-winning global architecture firm, and Hensel Phelps, a leading national general contractor and design-builder, to design and build the initial facility and related infrastructure for UTA West.
This collaboration marks a bold step forward for the new campus, which will be located in west Fort Worth and dedicated to fostering economic development and meeting the future educational needs of one of the fastest growing areas in the country.
“The boldest dreams need a visionary and ambitious team if they are to be realized,” UTA President Jennifer Cowley says. “Between HKS, Hensel Phelps, and UTA, the team we have assembled will ensure UTA West’s development aligns with our strategic plan, supporting our mission of excellence in education, research, and community engagement.”
This partnership is a result of a competitive selection process that the University undertook to identify the best team to bring UTA West to life. Both firms specialize in the type of sustainable, innovative design and construction that align perfectly with UTA’s mission to create spaces that empower students and strengthen community connections.
“It was extremely important to appoint a design-build team that will respect the natural beauty of the site, establish design standards that will guide future development of UTA West, and bring proven experience to execute the program and construction documents successfully,” says John Hall, UTA vice president for administration and economic development. “HKS and Hensel Phelps is certainly that team. We look forward to continuing to collaborate and partner with the Fort Worth and Parker County communities to offer access to a tier one higher education experience that develops the region’s future workforce."
On April 3, UTA officials and community and industry leaders broke ground on the new campus, which is expected to begin welcoming students as early as fall 2028.
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