Preconstruction Process:
Our team fosters a synergistic approach right from the get-go in preconstruction. Not only do we work diligently to provide the most clarity and accuracy possible at this phase, but we also pride ourselves in our ability to add value with respect to cost-savings, design, selected building materials, and most efficient building systems.
In this phase, our clients immediately benefit from:
➡ Internal Project Kick-off Meeting. Team members from Operations, Project Management, and Estimation come together to collaboratively identify the biggest opportunities, potential challenges, and draw on experience from other completed projects in our portfolio.
➡ Estimating/Conceptual Budgeting. To deliver the most accurate budget within the preconstruction stage, our team has a funneled approach. Clients receive multiple iterations of the budget, including:
- Conceptual budget, based on conceptual drawings providedo
- Revised conceptual budget at Schematic Design Stage
- Revised conceptual budget at Design Development Stage
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- Construction Draw Schedule/Banking Draw Schedule
- First City Submittal, which includes city and client feedback
- Final estimate at Construction Document State, including competitive bids from all subcontractorsAs the project unfolds, the budget may continually updated as needed and in accordance with the client contract.
➡ Design and Constructability Considerations. At each stage of the construction documents our team will review and pursue value engineering opportunities. This includes working collaboratively with A&E team to ensure no duplication of services.
➡ Municipality and Utility Interface. We are the liaison between our clients and the requirements of the local municipality. With extensive experience navigating this process, our team understands the in’s-and-out’s of making this aspect as quick and efficient as possible.
➡ Early Subcontractor Buy-In. Our team’s existing relationships with the highest quality and lowest cost subcontractors enables us to be the first on their priority list when selecting jobs. Our team is dedicated to consistently refining our subcontractor base to ensure it reflects the best options of partners available on the market at any given time.
To maximize effectiveness, our team utilizes only the best data-driven technologies available:
- Microsoft Systems
- Microsoft Project
- Bluebeam
- On-screen Take-Off
- CAD or Revit software
- Testfit software
Deliverables. Clients receive a Project Narrative, Comprehensive Budget Analysis in Excel Spreadsheet, Microsoft Project gantt chart schedule, and relevant exhibits from Bluebeam or other BIM software used on a case-by-case basis.