Design Build
What is design-build?
The design-build method is a coordinated approach of the teaming of the owner, general contractor and design team from the onset the project development; a collaborative effort between the team preparing working drawings and those who will construct the project.
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How does Design build work?
As the project manager of the design process The Alliance Group (TAG)’s role is:
- First learn about specific project criteria: use, timing, spec level, and budget
- Assist in the selection of the design team based on the specific project requirements
- Work with governing agencies to incorporate requirements
- Create and manage a schedule for the various steps of design
- Coordinate architectural, structural, plumbing, mechanical, Electrical, fire sprinkler, fire life safety and fire alarm design
- Provide comprehensive budgeting, segregated by Construction Specification Institute (CSI) cost codes. Update budgets at milestone points of the design process
- Provide value engineering to achieve the desired results in the most cost effective manner
- Obtain governing agency and utility permit and fee schedules
- Monitor agency plan check and approval process
- Facilitate competitive subcontract bid process
- Prepare Owner/Contractor Stipulated Sum agreement
- Construct project according to design documents, budget and schedule
What are the benefits of Design Build to the owner?
- Single Point of Contact
- The Alliance Group Commercial Construction Inc. functions as the central point of contact for the owner, coordinating the efforts and timelines of the various engineers
- Assistance with selection of the design team
- The members of The Alliance Group Commercial Construction have enjoyed first hand experience with a number of architectural and design firms in the local area and are familiar with their respective areas of expertise. Choosing an architect and design team well matched for a specific project is invaluable
- Cost Savings
- Realized by incorporating efficient construction methods and materials with greater value into the design
- Time savings
- Realized by streamlining the project design, overlapping the construction budgeting, subcontracting and scheduling. This results in quicker occupancy of the facility and reduced interest expense
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