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berners schober inc.

engineered for education

owen marsh elementary school
berners schober inc.
Berners Schober provided MEP/FP engineering services in partnership with Farnsworth Group for the new Owen Marsh Elementary School on Springfield’s west side. The 55,000-square-foot facility is designed to enhance daily operations and create more flexible, engaging learning environments for students.

Facts + Figures

project size

55,000 SF

completion

2026

project type

New Build

location

Springfield, IL

Project Highlights

Robust life safety systems

Emergency power and storm shelter support for occupant safety

Fully integrated MEP/FP systems

Designed with safety, flexibility, and long-term performance in mind, the school creates an environment where students can learn, grow, and thrive.

The project includes complete design of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire protection systems to support a safe, efficient, and resilient building. Electrical systems incorporate an emergency backup generator designed to withstand extreme wind conditions and serve a designated tornado shelter within the gymnasium.
Comprehensive low-voltage and life safety systems further support building performance and user safety, including integrated security, communication, and a fully addressable voice fire alarm system with emergency messaging capabilities.
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