Our Approach
The Path to a Successful Project Starts with Preconstruction
Preconstruction sets the tone for a project's outcome, and early involvement delivers the greatest value. Before design or construction begins, Connolly Brothers works closely with owners, architects, and consultants to clarify goals, evaluate feasibility, develop realistic budgets and schedules, identify potential challenges, support informed decision-making throughout project development, and determine the best approach for project delivery. Through early planning and strategy, we help reduce risk, avoid overages, and create an efficient path forward.
Core Focus
Estimating
Cost & Schedule Management
Subcontractor Engagement
Constructability Analysis
Technical Oversight
Core Capabilities
Key Areas of Expertise
Site Evaluation
Assist with site selection, review site conditions and constraints to support successful project planning.
Feasibility Review
Evaluating project viability based on budget, scope, timeline, and site conditions.
Scheduling
Creating structured timelines to ensure efficient project execution and delivery.
Constructability Analysis
Assessing design plans to identify practical, efficient, and cost-effective construction solutions.
Estimating Support
Developing early-stage conceptual budget projections to support informed project decisions.
Procurement Planning
Coordinating subcontractor bidding, lead times on materials, equipment, and exploring vendor strategies to meet project schedule.
Our Process
Preconstruction Lifecycle
1 Discovery
We begin by understanding your project goals, operational needs, site or facility conditions, schedule expectations, and overall priorities.2 Analysis
Our team evaluates project requirements, existing conditions, constructability, potential risks, and develops a strategy to move forward.3 Budgeting
We develop preliminary estimates and continually evaluate costs as the project evolves, helping align scope and design decisions with the established budget.4 Scheduling
We establish a realistic project timeline, identifying key milestones, procurement requirements, long-lead items, and sequencing considerations.5 Coordination
We collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors to resolve issues early and help ensure the project is prepared for an efficient transition into construction.
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