Architects Morton Dunn Pty Ltd designed the upgrade, which aimed to give students state-of-the-art science and computer facilities to learn in.

Construction began last month to lay the groundwork.

Western Victoria MP Jaala Pulford visited the site last week to announce the contract had been awarded.

“A happy day for Beaufort today. We’ve announced CCB Envico will build the secondary school upgrade, including excellent new science and tech facilities,” she said.

“Appointing the builder is an exciting first step towards delivering the modern, safe and stimulating facilities that staff and students at Beaufort Secondary College deserve.”

“Beaufort Secondary College has fantastic staff and students and we are making sure they have state of the art facilities to match.”

The project, expected to be completed by December 2018, includes replacing existing facilities with new technology science wings to create learning areas around central corridors.

The design was intended to improve visibility between teaching spaces and encourage open and flexible learning.

The new building will house science laboratories, food technology kitchens, general purpose classrooms, computer rooms and toilets.

The project also includes landscaping with tree plantings, lawn and garden beds to improve walking areas, and maintenance to the administration and library buildings and arts spaces.