Preconstruction Services

January 2, 2022

Preconstruction Services

We are offer before actual construction begins to help plan, analyze and establish needs for construction. We are aimed at educating clients on what will be needed to make the project functional and financially viable, which allows for a client to gather information before committing to any construction.

We are offer solutions to on designing around existing conditions, which will help save time and money later in construction. Along with the valuable documentation and a comprehensive report, our preconstruction services give clients a representative to guide and educate them every step of the way. We can help talk through options and provide recommendations for a successful project.

Our consultation will help you feel more comfortable with one of the most expensive pieces of opening/running a business.

It will also save time over the course of the construction phase and has proven to save money at times through value engineering, and/or prevention of issues.

Setting up a plan for construction is a make or break process for most businesses starting out. Let’s chat about your project and get started planning!

The following items are included during the preconstruction phase and will help determine project feasibility.

We are often providing in a hard copy via a report, and digital files to save for later review. It will also save time over the course of the construction phase and has proven to save money at times through value engineering, and/or prevention of issues.

Engineering Assessment:

This assessment will analyze the existing conditions of the space and determine needs for the project. For example, HVAC, electric and plumbing assessments will be made to determine if they will be sufficient/work properly for the new use.

Develop an Initial Schematic Design:

Field measure existing space and produce digital files of layout. This initial layout will help clients visualize the space, ensure there is sufficient space for all equipment, furnishings, and required accesses.

Preliminary Construction Budget:

A budget will then be produced based on the schematic design and engineering assessment. This budget will be based off comparable spaces, with estimates, and isn’t necessarily a bid. Depending on the agreement, a bid document will be prepared later based on the construction documents, and final designs. This step will also help in financing activities with lenders and banks.

Responsibility Matrix:

A responsibility matrix can then be developed to help identify deliverable by all parties when the project moves to construction. In most cases, it determines who is providing the items, and who is installing it. For some projects, the contractor, Client, and building owner are the three parties with dependent moving parts. A clear picture ensures a smooth construction project with constant communication.

Preliminary Construction Schedule:

After most of the scope is laid out, a schedule can be produced, but it will be dependent on final decisions getting made. The preliminary schedule is more of a guide to identify lead times and the sequence of construction. It can estimate days to complete each construction task and help provide a rough idea of when the project could be completed.

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