Available Services

A typical project encompasses a number of different phases, with a variety of services that can be included in each phase.

Pre-Design Develop Program of Owner's Needs

-Building Space, Sizes, Adjacency, Row
-Exterior: Parking, Orientation, Other Site Needs
-Master Planning
-Project Schedule

Schematic Design Evolve Basic Concept

-Review regulatory requirements
-Evaluate Alternatives
-Establish Basic Systems: Structural, Mechanical, Electrical
-Schematic Design Documents:
-Drawings: Site Plan, Floor Plans, Elevations, Building Sections
-Outline Specifications
-Square Footage based Cost Estimate
-Computer Renderings and Animations

Design Development Refine Design Concept

-Develop Interiors
-Establish Finishes
-Develop Systems
-Design Development Documents:
-Drawings: Site Plan, Floor Plans, Elevations, Building Sections, Wall Sections, Primary Interiors, Schedules, Structural Plans, Mechanical & Electrical Diagrams
-Outline Specifications
-Unit Cost based Cost Estimate
-Computer Renderings and Animations

Construction Documents Prepare Final Documents for Bid

-Final Documents
-Drawings: Site Plan & Details, Floor Plans, Roof Plan, Elevations, Building Sections, Wall Sections, Wall Details, Interior Elevations, Interior Details, Schedules, Structural Drawings, Plumbing Drawings, Fire Protection Drawings, HVAC Drawings, Electrical Drawings
-Specifications
-Bid Documents
-Contract Forms
-General & Supplementary Conditions of the contract
-Updated Cost Estimate

Bidding Assistance through Bid & Award

-Recommend Bidders
-Prepare Invitations
-Issue Bid Documents
-Receive Bid Deposits
-Answer RFI's
-Prepare Addendum
-Receive Bids
-Evaluate Bids
-Recommend Award
-Assist in Permit Review Procedure
-Prepare Agreement Forms

Construction Administration Administer the Contract for Construction

-Observe Construction & Report to Owner
-Chair Preconstruction Meeting
-Attend Construction Progress Meetings
-Monitor Schedule
-Review & Certify Pay Requests
-Review & Approve Contractor's Submittals:Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples
-Prepare Change Orders
-Resolve Disputes
-Final Punch List and Inspections
-Receive Close-out Submittals for Owner: Manuals, Warranties, Certificates, Keys
-Issue Substantial Completion Certificate
-Authorize Final Payment


For definitions of many of these terms, please refer to the Glossary