Development
From acquisition through lease up, Construct LA works as an integrated team, providing cost-effective and functional solutions to each property development. We carefully plan and tailor the scope of each project’s specific needs adhering to an efficient, economical, and well-coordinated design and construction management process. We work to formulate a realistic, comprehensive plan, to execute on-time and on budget.
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The Land Acquisition and Entitlement process is one of the most time – and resource – consuming facets of development. Construct LA utilizes the vast talents and experience of our staff and team members who work together with brokers, city agencies, consultants and building departments to achieve the best possible results for each project.
Our work in the Land Acquisition and Entitlement Process includes:
- Land and Site Use Analysis
- Feasibility Development Analysis
- Land Acquisition Due Diligence
- Project Programming
- Land Use Planning
- Public Hearing & Review Presentation
- Environmental Analysis
- Public Agency Interfacing
- Application & Documentation Processing
- Governmental Relations Management
- Public Relations & Community Outreach
- Coordination of Easement & Title-Related Issues
- Design and Construction Variances
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With our strong focus on both the aesthetic and technical elements of the design and construction process, ConstructLA is uniquely qualified to manage and direct the various stages necessary to obtain all or specific construction documentation and permits. We supervise and collaborate on the various stages of documentation including Architectural, Engineering, Mechanical, LID, ADA, Landscape and Interior Design. Our pool of designers and architects can tackle a variety of disciplines while our team of engineers integrate the structural and mechanical issues of each specific property. We keep apprised of developing trends in the multi family market while at all times staying focused on creating architecturally distinctive properties that are highly sought after in the rental market.
Our work in Construction Documentation and Permitting includes:
- Design and Engineering Team Selection
- Development and Management of Design Process Schedules
- Development and Management of Construction Documents
- Construction Document Review and Input
- Value Engineering Analysis
- Public Utility Integration and Design: Electrical, Gas, Water
- Low Impact Development and Bio Filtration Design
- Building Systems & Cost Analysis
- Submittal Coordination
- Management of Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FF&E)
- Management of Operating Supplies and Equipment (OS&E)
- RFI and RFQ Coordination
- Building Permit Processing
- Low Impact Development Documentation
- Mechanical Documentation and Permitting
- Landscape Architecture Documentation
- Electrical Engineering Plan Documentation and Submission
- SAR Application
With our commitment to the best outcome for each client and project, we conduct frequent value engineering sessions to eliminate unnecessary high-cost systems and replace them with functional, cost-effective alternatives.
Our Value Engineering Services include:
- Interface with Engineer and Architect for Feasibility Control
- Review Mechanical Plans For Inefficiencies And Modifications
- Review Structural Applications For Cost Efficiencies and Compliance
- Assure Structural Code Compliance
- Review Utility Install Specifications For Compliance With Structural Design
- Review RTI Documents For Design Inefficiencies
- Review Impact Of Modifications On Structural Issues
- Assure Material Code Compliance
- Identification Of Optional Material and Building Techniques.
- Review Building Materials For Cost Effectiveness And Availability
One of the most significant and overlooked aspects of Multi Family construction is the implementation of the general utilities. The byzantine structure of the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power , SoCal Gas, Bureau of Engineering , and other like entities can lead to unnecessary time delays and cost burdens. The ever changing alterations and policy changes make it very difficult for Architects and Engineers to efficiently address the multitude of issues involved. With both parties focused on providing stamped plan sets, a third party such as Construct LA can facilitate the process for both budgetary value and acceptable delivery date
Our Utility Assessment Services include:
- Determine scope for Electrical Power Needs
- Manage and Assist Electrical Engineer on Line Diagram Amperage Calculations
- Facilitate construction issues with LADWP Field Coordinators and Encroachment Division
- Determine most efficient source and delivery of Electrical Power source
- Manage and assist Plumbing Engineer to determine available PSI for building type
- Determine most efficient source of delivery for domestic and fire sprinkler water
- Determine scope for HVAC placement and distribution
- Managing and assisting HVAC Engineer to determine exhaust and fresh air distribution
- Review Soils Report and determine most efficient Low Impact Stormwater delivery system
- Manage and assist Stormwater Engineer in designing Stormwater system
- Review scope of off site utility services relative to development site, i.e. Fire Hydrant, Street Light,Bureau of Engineering and Street Services
- Manage and Assist Engineer in permit processing for Fire Hydrant, Street Light and Utility repositioning
- Review and initiate process for Revocable Permit in Public Right of Way
- Review and manage Bureau of Engineering and Bureau of Sanitation A , B, and R permit off-site work
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Construct LA understands current and accurate financial information is vital to the development process. Our focus on real-time data ensures step-by-step budget management. Our project accounting system is designed to vertically integrate Administration Staff, General Contractors, Project Managers and on-site team members to work synergistically across all administrative scopes and accounting levels.
Our work in Business Administration and Accounting includes:
- Pro Forma Financial Statements
- Debt & Equity Financing & Negotiations
- Construction Budgets
- Construction Calendars
- Bidding
- Budget Modifications
- Buyout Summary Reporting
- Sub Contracting & Consulting Agreements
- General Liability and Workers Comp Adherence
- Draw packages and Bank reporting
- Financial Documentation and Project Reports
With over 15 years of experience in the technical, financial, practical, and legal facets of construction management, Construct LA plays a key role in significantly reducing construction risk for its projects.
We directly oversee construction through every stage of the process and provide construction management for the most complicated and diverse projects in the industry. Construct LA has established strong relationships with General Contractors, Sub Contractors and Specialty Trades throughout the industry. We manage the critical path elements while maintaining quality control delivering a well-built and timely product.
Our work in Construction Management includes:
- Pre-Construction Services
- General and Sub Contractor Selection & Management
- Utility Infrastructure Application & Development
- Design/Build Programming and Administration
- Telecom Systems Management
- Site Safety Management
- Critical Path Scheduling and Adherence
- Material Purchasing
- Manage Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FF&E) Purchasing
- Daily Log Supervision
- Building Inspection Supervision
- Quality Control Management
- Punch List Management
- Construction Modification Negotiation
- Obtaining Certificates of Occupancy
- Filing Notices of Final or Substantial Completion
- Coordination of Warranties and Operations Manuals
The Development and Construction process is time consuming and costly, resulting in a property that must be properly maintained. Through our affiliated firm, Podium Asset Management our operating platform as builder/manager allows us to deliver comprehensive, fully integrated property management services, that adhere to stringent quality control and maintenance standards. Combined with Podium’s expertise in marketing and sales strategies, attracting and maintaining high valued tenants results in continuing increase in asset value.
Our deep background in property operations includes:
- Establishing Property/Tenant Web Platforms with Resident Services Portal
- Utilizing Cloud-Based Property Management Software
- Property Specific Marketing and Lease Up Strategies
- Managing Housing and Community Investment Tenancy Regulations & Compliance.
- Facilitating LAHDIC Low Income Application and Placement
- Format Leasing Agreement For Specific Property Regulations
- Establish Property Ratio Building Utility Systems (RUBS)
- Manage Lease Agreements and Property Rule and Regulations
- Manage Monthly Accounting Systems
- Manage Rent Rolls and Rent Collections
- Manage Property Maintenance Request
- Manage and Monitor Tenant Pet Programs and Policies
- Manage Security Policies and Enforcement
