Lacking reliable infrastructure, nearby suppliers and skilled workers, the project team building a $135.8-million U.S. embassy in war-torn Liberia faced an uphill battle. Thoughtful planning and execution allowed the sub-Saharan project to finish in 29 months with only one lost-time accident while qualifying for LEED Gold certification.
The general contractor brought in laborers from around the world to help train local staff, many of whom had little or no experience with modern construction methods—few had even put on a pair of shoes.