Pre-Construction
Cost estimating is the process of predicting the financial resources required for a construction project or any other type of project. It involves analyzing project requirements, assessing potential costs, and providing an estimate of the total expenses involved.
Budgeting is the process of planning and managing financial resources to ensure that an individual, organization, or project can meet its financial goals and obligations. It involves estimating future income and expenses, allocating resources accordingly, and monitoring financial performance to maintain control over spending and savings.
Cost Estimating & Budgeting
Value Engineering Recommendations refer to a systematic approach aimed at improving the value of a project by optimizing its function, performance, and cost. This methodology involves analyzing the functions of various components of a project to identify opportunities for cost savings without sacrificing quality or performance.
Value-Engineering Recommendations
Communication is the process of exchanging information, ideas, thoughts, and feelings between individuals or groups through various methods. Effective communication is essential in both personal and professional settings as it helps to build relationships, facilitate understanding, and achieve shared goals.
Communication
Scheduling is the process of planning and organizing tasks, and jobs to ensure that they are completed within a specific timeframe. It involves determining when each task should start and end, allocating resources, and setting priorities to manage time effectively. Scheduling is critical in various contexts, including project management business operations.
Scheduling
Bid Packaging is the process of organizing and presenting a project’s work into separate packages or segments that can be bid on individually. This approach is often used in construction and other large-scale projects to streamline the bidding process, manage risk, and optimize cost.
Scope of Work (SOW) is a critical document in project management that defines the specific tasks, deliverables, and objectives of a project or contract. It outlines what is included in the project and specifies the boundaries and limitations, ensuring that all parties involved have a clear understanding of what is expected.
Bid Package & Scope of Work
Design Development is a phase in the architectural and construction process where initial design concepts are refined and developed into more detailed and comprehensive plans. This stage follows the preliminary design or conceptual design phase and is crucial for turning broad ideas into actionable plans that can be used for construction or implementation.
Design Development
General Contractor
Commercial construction involves projects designed for business or public use. Examples of commercial projects are: office buildings, retail spaces, restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, and public buildings.
Residential construction pertains to building and renovating homes and living spaces. Examples of residential projects are: single-family & multi-family homes, custom homes, renovations, remodeling, and additions.
Industrial construction involves building facilities that are used for manufacturing, processing, or other industrial activities. Examples of industrial projects are manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and distribution centers.
Commercial, Residential, & Industrial
A general contractor (GC) is a professional responsible for overseeing and managing construction projects from start to finish. Their role is crucial in ensuring that a project is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
Services they provide are: project management, subcontractor management, permits & regulations, procurement, communication, quality assurance, risk management, and project closeout.
General Contractors
Project management is the discipline of planning, organizing, securing, managing, leading, and controlling resources to achieve specific goals and meet specific success criteria within a defined timeline. It involves applying knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to project activities to meet the project requirements.
Project Management
In construction, the design and build service is an integrated approach where a single entity handles both the design and construction phases of a project. This method offers several advantages, including streamlined communication, faster project delivery, and potentially lower costs. It is particularly effective for clients seeking a streamlined process with reduced risks and improved communication.
Design & Build
Custom home builders are specialized construction professionals who focus on designing and constructing unique, tailored homes according to the specific preferences and needs of their clients. Unlike production builders, who construct homes based on pre-designed plans and offer limited customization, custom home builders work closely with clients to create a one-of-a-kind residence.
Custom Home Builder
Additions involve expanding the existing structure of a home by adding new spaces or extending current ones. This can be done to increase living space, improve functionality, or enhance the property's value.
Remodeling involves making significant changes to the interior or exterior of a home to improve its appearance, functionality, or efficiency. Unlike additions, remodeling focuses on altering existing spaces rather than creating new ones.
Additions & Remodeling
Division 9
Metal framing is a construction method that uses metal studs and tracks instead of traditional wood framing to create the structural framework of a building. This approach is commonly used in both commercial and residential construction due to its durability, precision, and fire resistance.
Metal Framing
Drywall is a versatile and widely used material for creating interior walls and ceilings. Its core made of gypsum, covered by paper or fiberglass, provides a smooth surface for finishing. It is valued for its ease of installation, cost-effectiveness, and range of types to address different needs, such as moisture resistance or soundproofing.
Drywall
Stucco is a versatile and durable exterior finish used in construction to create a decorative and protective coating for walls and ceilings. It is made from a mixture of cement, sand, and water, and can be applied to a variety of surfaces.
Plastering is the process of applying a plaster mixture to walls, ceilings, or other surfaces to create a smooth, durable finish. Plastering is a traditional technique used in both interior and exterior applications to provide a protective and decorative coating.
Stucco & Plastering
EIFS, or Exterior Insulation and Finish System, is a popular exterior wall cladding system that combines insulation and a decorative finish in a single application. It is used primarily in residential and commercial construction to enhance the thermal performance, aesthetic appeal, and durability of building exteriors.
EIFS
Insulation refers to materials or methods used to reduce the transfer of heat, sound, or electricity between different areas or environments. In construction and building design, insulation plays a critical role in improving energy efficiency, comfort, and noise control. Types of insulation are: fiberglass, foam board, spray foam, cellulose, mineral wool, and reflective or radiant barrier.
Insulation
Acoustical ceiling is a ceiling system designed to control and improve the acoustic environment of a space by reducing sound reflection, absorption, and transmission. These ceilings are commonly used in offices, schools, hospitals, and other environments where noise control and sound quality are important.
Acoustical Ceiling
FRP panels are composite materials made from fiberglass and plastic resin, offering a range of benefits including durability, low maintenance, and resistance to chemicals and environmental factors. They are used in various applications from commercial and industrial environments to transportation and architectural features.
FRP Panels
Interior painting focuses on enhancing the look and feel of indoor spaces with various types of paints and finishes, while exterior painting aims to protect and beautify the outer surfaces of a building against environmental challenges. Both types of painting involve careful preparation, selection of appropriate materials, and application techniques to achieve the desired results.
Interior & Exterior Painting
Finish carpentry is a specialized branch of carpentry focused on the final touches and detailed work involved in the interior of a building. It involves crafting and installing the finer elements of a structure that are not only functional but also enhance the aesthetic appeal of a space. This type of carpentry is often distinguished from rough carpentry, which deals with the structural and foundational aspects of construction.
Finish Carpentry
Kitchen cabinets and bathroom cabinets are essential components of kitchen and bathroom design, respectively. They provide storage, organization, and functionality, while also contributing to the overall aesthetics of these spaces.
Types of kitchen cabinets are: base cabinets, wall cabinets, tall cabinets, corner cabinets, and custom cabinets.
Types of bathroom cabinets are: vanity cabinets, wall cabinets, linen cabinets, and medicine cabinets.
Kitchen Cabinets & Bathrooms
Granite countertops offer a combination of durability, aesthetic appeal, and value. They are made from natural stone and come in various colors and patterns, providing a unique and elegant look to kitchens and bathrooms. Proper installation and maintenance are essential to preserve the beauty and functionality of granite countertops over time.
Granite Countertops
Flooring refers to the material or surface applied to the floor of a building, room, or space. It serves both functional and aesthetic purposes, providing a durable and attractive surface for walking and other activities. Flooring choices vary widely based on factors like durability, style, comfort, and maintenance needs. Types of flooring are: hardwood flooring, laminate flooring, vinyl flooring, tile flooring, carpet flooring, engineered wood flooring, bamboo flooring, and cork flooring.
Flooring
