"We have worked together on various construction projects for well over ten years, both on new construction and renovation work, trusting that the results would match our expectations. We have not been disappointed. Stevens Construction has always performed with attention to detail anticipating areas of close coordination between trades, and completing the projects in a timely manner."
-Tom Schifer
Architect, GPD Group
OUR APPROACH
Stevens Construction Co., Inc. provides specific expertise for all facets of the delivery process (pre-bond, planning, design, construction, etc.) without the owner having to retain individuals on the payroll for those specific tasks. The key element to a successful construction manager is effective planning. Decisions made at the early stages of the design process have the most impact on the success of the project. Early involvement in the preconstruction phase allows Stevens Construction to establish project controls at the beginning of design development, addressing all issues that affect the constructability, cost and schedule of a project. By involving a professional Stevens Construction from the earliest stages of your project, you maximize your chances to achieve a smooth and trouble-free construction process and a facility that meets your needs.
YOUR ADVOCATE AT EVERY STAGE OF THE PROJECT!
Before Launching Projects Stevens Construction Co., Inc. develops:
- General project characteristics and performance requirements
- Site analysis and selection
- Development of a preliminary budget and comprehensive master schedule
- Apportionment of general funding among a number of individual tasks according to specific project needs
- Establishment of a management information and reporting system to meet your requirements
- Development of detailed and complete bid documents to assure timely, responsive and comparable bids, while avoiding questions and protests
- Perform life-cycle cost analyses and other reviews to maximize the return on your construction investment
- Develop a detailed design schedule and supervise its implementation
- Review design in progress to assure construct ability with minimal changes and minimize problems in the field
- Develop detailed component cost estimates at every design submittal during the bid process
- Conduct pre-bid conferences to clarify the project's needs and assure responsive bids
- Assure that all bid documents are clear and all questions are answered
- Help you evaluate and compare bids
- Recommend bidders for contract award while the construction is underway
- Assure that all contractors, subcontractors and other participants fully understand the project's design and requirements at every stage
- Deliver timely and clear reports to you concerning construction progress, milestones, and other elements
- Manage the change order process for maximum effectiveness while minimizing delay and costs
- Monitor the construction process to anticipate difficulties, resolve issues early, and keep the work flowing
- Administer progress payments to assure that work milestones are being met and that all current expenses are paid in a timely manner
- Assure that the contractor provides a safe workplace, both for project workers and, in renovations, for building occupants and other personnel who continue to use the facility during construction
- Coordinate the final stages of construction, including contractors' punch lists and similar tasks that must be completed, often in a very compressed time period.
- Help you plan for installation of systems, furniture, and other resources to be sure everything is ready when it needs to be.
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