With extensive experience renovating universities to kindys – and everything in between – Sensus Building Group has your education construction needs covered.

As the final term ends across Queensland our team of building experts are gearing up for education construction projects across Brisbane, the Gold Coast and beyond.

Collaborating with Clients

At Sensus we believe in building long term relationships with our valued education clients. By understanding the educational community and collaborating closely with school leadership we’re pleased to deliver strategic construction outcomes.

Education Building Expertise

Constructing the learning centres of tomorrow is a point of pride for our team. Sensus’ in-house tradespeople and hand-picked sub-contractors are experienced in large scale primary, secondary and university works.

Sensus Building Group has your education building needs covered with extensive industry experience in:

• Building interactive learning classrooms,
• Re-roofing schools,
• Designing entirely new structures and seating, and
• Maintaining existing grounds including fencing, painting and much more.

Recent Education Works

Your School’s Next Education Building Project

Sensus Building Group believes in achieving superior results for our education clients. Before arriving on-site, we require all team members to have up-to-date police checks, Blue Cards and vaccinated. Contact us today to discuss your next education construction project on 07 3205 8000 or office@sensus.com.au

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For more than a hundred years a Gympie Catholic Primary School has been a renowned centre of learning.

When the school’s centre piece building, a heritage listed Queenslander, was earmarked for restoration the school knew Sensus was the right construction company for the job.

“Sensus has meticulously preserved historical buildings throughout Queensland,” says Sensus Project Manager, James Lee. “Combine that with our team’s extensive experience on education construction – and we were ready to bring the building back to its former glory.”

The initial scope of works outlined replacing large north and south verandas.

“When I walked out onto the north deck for the first time, I could physically see how the deck had warped and dipped over the years. It was up to us to build a new, straighter deck that looked like it had always been there,” said James.Replacing north and south decksSensus Building Group Project Manager, James Lee (R) and the team of education building experts50 metres of custom, heritage molded timber installed

When the team conducted their site assessment 30 footings and posts, and both of sets of stairs, were also earmarked for refurbishment.

“The safety of the students and teachers is our number one priority,” says James. “By identifying and fixing any issues now, the building can be safely enjoyed by the school community for decades to come.”

The team set to work – leveling out the deck by creating a subtle slope that aligned with the existing foundations.

Once that was completed, they installed 50 metres of custom, heritage molded timber that is completely unique to the building across the north and south decks.The team rebuilt the stairs keeping in-line with historical features30 footings and posts were completely refurbishedThe new stairs are safe and secure for the school community

While maintaining its heritage charm, several modern features have been discreetly added. These include acoustic pinboards, LED lighting, internal fans, bespoke heritage windows and custom painting.Modern features include LED lighting, internal fans, and custom paintingBespoke heritage windowsAcoustic pinboards

“We worked closely with a heritage architect to meticulously recreate original heritage windows. The attention to detail continued in the paint colours – brown and cream, shades used in the era the Queenslander was originally constructed,” says James.

Our team were pleased to work closely with the senior structural engineers from Bligh Tanner, architects from Fulton Trotter Architects, and local Gympie sub-contractors to ensure every element of the job was completed to the highest standard.

The beautifully renovated Queenslander will certainly be a standout building for another 100 years.

Constructing the Learning Centres of Tomorrow

Sensus Building Group believes in achieving superior results for our clients. We would love to discuss your school’s next renovation project. To discuss please contact us at office@sensus.com.au

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Watch Sensus Project Manager, Joel Quillan as he takes us on a tour of Ashmore TAFE’s training hub.

The state-of-the-art learning centre renovation is valued at more than half a million dollars. The works have transformed more than 2,000 square meters of internal space.

Features include:

• seismic rated walls
• capstone benches
• custom joinery
• acoustic glazing
• paneling for teaching areas

“We’re pleased to deliver a high-quality product for TAFE Queensland. We believe in supporting the next generation of apprentices,” said Sensus CEO, Sean Kenny. “This financial year we look forward to continuing to partner with public and private educational institutions to create exceptional learning environments.”

Education Building Experts 

Ashmore TAFE is the Gold Coast’s renowned training hub for future tradespeople. This renovation  valued at more than half a million dollars will see over 2,000 square meters of internal space transformed. Features include seismic rated walls, custom joinery, acoustic glazing, and paneling for teaching areas.

“We’re pleased to deliver a high-quality product for TAFE Queensland. We believe in supporting the next generation of apprentices,” says Sensus CEO, Sean Kenny.

The building will also feature capstone benches, giving budding tradies a chance to gain hands on experience by learning how to install electrical wiring.

Works have now started with completion projected by June 30.

Brrring…That’s the sound of the school bell ringing as South Brisbane students explore their newly renovated classrooms.

This quarter Sensus has been busy renovating schools across Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast.

The latest primary school to finish in South Brisbane saw substantial upgrades across three general learning areas and a server data room.

“We believe in exceeding our customers’ expectations,” says Sensus MD, Zane Taylor. “For these upgrades it meant working closely with our client to identify innovative tools and technology to enhance students’ learning experiences.”

Renovated classrooms will feature acoustic pinboards (limiting noise between classrooms), new LED lighting and custom cabinetry designed for use with short throw projectors and interactive whiteboards.

Since health and safety is a top priority at Sensus the team were also excited to install key security and accessibility features.

“A number of safety features were implemented in the classrooms including spitfire emergency exit lighting, a disability compliant door and fire service extinguishers,” says Zane.

By collaborating closely with the school’s principal and teachers the team completed the job on time, under budget and with minimal disruption to the pupils.

As for the students? They can’t wait to learn in their new and improved classrooms.

School Building Experts

At Sensus we’re proud to partner with local, state and federal governments to continue making Queensland a great place to live. We are experienced in large scale primary, secondary and university works. As an expert government builder, we have delivered a range works for: schools and universities; libraries; housing commissions; prisons; childcare centres; and civil works.

To discuss how Sensus can help you please contact us on 07 3205 8000 or office@sensus.com.au

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