PRE-CONSTRUCTION
A General Contractor’s involvement at the earliest possible stages of development will effect a successful in-budget and on schedule project. The construction process in becoming more complex , as project scope, risk mitigation, project delivery methods and teaming approaches have expanded well beyond just design, bid, and build. In this new reality, owners are increasingly turning to third-party professional services to explain their options and to make sure their plans are executed.
Construct LA provides full-scope Pre-Construction management services to real estate developers and architects of new multi-family projects. We assist in evaluating construction concepts, mechanical engineering options, utility critical path and implementation issues, construction budgeting and building schedules.
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We lead the client and project team through programming to form a solid initial-design concept and provide comprehensive direction throughout the schematic design, design development and construction document process.
Our Design & Construction Documentation Management Services include:
- Interface with Architect and Design Teams to Coordinate Building and Calendar Efficiencies
- Development and Manage Design Process Schedule
- Manage Pre Construction RFI , RFQ and RFP’s.
- Review Material Specification and Purchase Orders
- Assure Cost Efficient And Availability Of Material Selection.
- Review Material Selection To Insure Building Code Compliance
- Fixture and Equipment (F&E) Coordination
- Review Technical Install Specifications and Building Sequences
- Confirm Current Code Specifications Are Reflective On Construction Documents
- Review Design Code Compliance
The initial analysis of what an owner plans to build involves an understanding of construction cost and critical timelines that many architects and engineers are not readily familiar with. The ever changing complexities of the building code and quantity of inspections and clearances require real time construction experience.
Our Construction Methodology Services include:
- Assessment of Utility Providers
- Impact of Building Types on Budget
- Analysis and Cost Impact of Code Requires Inclusions
- Updated and Newly Introduced Code Requirements
- Analysis of Mechanical Engineering & Design
- Structural Design Analysis and Cost Mitigation
- Analysis of Storm Water Engineering and Design
- Analysis of OSHA project Requirements and Cost Impact
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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
Budgeting and accurate Construction scheduling is vital to delivering a cost effective project. For the project to be completed in a timely manner several off site issues need to be addressed before breaking ground. Equally important is formatting a realistic budget that can be executed by experienced and proven sub contractors, engineers and consultants.
Our Budgeting and Calendar Scheduling services include:
- General Conditions Budgeting and Planning
- Budget and Calendar Critical Path for Utility Installation
- Budget and Calendar Critical Path for Bureau of Engineering A, B, R, and U Permits
- Budget and Calendar Critical Path for Bureau of Sanitation permits
- Budget and Calendar Critical Path for E Permits
- Budget and Calendar Off Site LADWP issues
- Budget and Calendar Critical Path Excavation and Foundation
- Budget and Calendar Critical Path Framing and Rough trades
- Budget and Calendar Critical Path Finish and CFO procedures
- Develop Bid Packages
- Subcontractor Qualification and Selection
- Recommend available modifications and process
